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Form 8-K Swisher Hygiene Inc. For: Apr 01

April 7, 2016 4:21 PM EDT


UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
_______________________________
 
FORM 8-K
_______________________________
 
CURRENT REPORT
PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d)
OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
 
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported):  April 1, 2016
 
_______________________________
 
SWISHER HYGIENE INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
_______________________________
 
Delaware
(State or Other Jurisdiction
of Incorporation)
 
     
001-35067
 
    27-3819646
(Commission
File Number)
 
 (I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)
   
c/o Akerman LLP, Suite 1600, 350 East Las Olas Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, FL
 
      33301
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)
 
    (Zip Code)
 
(203) 682-8331 (Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code)
 
Not Applicable
(Former Name or Former Address, If Changed Since Last Report)
 
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:
 
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Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
 
¨
Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
 
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Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2 (b))
 
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Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4 (c))
 


 
 
 
 
 
Item 5.02.  Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On April 1, 2016, the Board of Directors of Swisher Hygiene Inc. (the “Company”) appointed Albert J. Detz as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (principal financial officer and principal accounting officer) of the Company.
 
Mr. Detz, 68, has served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (principal financial officer and principal accounting officer) of Swisher Hygiene Inc. since April 1, 2016.  Mr. Detz served as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of theglobe.com from June 2004 to February 2005, and thereafter began and continues to perform various financial and consulting services for theglobe.com and Dancing Bear Investments, Inc. (both operators of various online businesses) on a project basis. From October 2002 to June 2004, Mr. Detz was retired. From January 2001 to September 2002, Mr. Detz served as Vice President, Finance for NationsRent, Inc. From July 1998 to August 2000, Mr. Detz served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Gerald Stevens, Inc. During 1998 and 1999, Mr. Detz additionally served as Vice President, Chief Financial Officer of Data Core Software Corporation during their development stage period. Mr. Detz worked at Blockbuster Entertainment Group, a division of Viacom Inc. from 1991 to 1997, having most recently served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer from October 1994 to June 1997. Prior to Blockbuster, Mr. Detz served in various finance related positions including Vice President, Corporate Controller, for 11 years within the Computer Systems Division of Gould Electronics, Inc., and at Encore Computer Corporation. Prior to these experiences, Mr. Detz worked in the audit department of Coopers & Lybrand. Mr. Detz is a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University where he received his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration.
 
Also, on April 1, 2016, the Company entered into a Consulting Agreement with Mr. Detz.  Pursuant to the consulting agreement, Mr. Detz will serve as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Company.  The consulting agreement has an indeterminate term and may be cancelled by either party on sixty days advance notice.  Mr. Detz’s compensation pursuant to the consulting agreement will be the greater of $15,000 per calendar quarter or $150 per hour, calculated on a quarterly basis.  The foregoing description of the material terms of the consulting agreement with Mr. Detz is qualified by reference to the terms of the consulting agreement filed with this report as Exhibit 10.1 and is incorporated by reference herein.
 
Also, on April 1, 2016, the Company entered into a Consulting Agreement with Richard L. Handley, President, Chief Executive Officer and Secretary of the Company.  The consulting agreement has an initial term effective January 1, 2016 and ending December 31, 2016 and may be extended by mutual agreement of the parties.  Pursuant to the consulting agreement in addition to his responsibilities as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Company, commencing April 1, 2016, and for the remainder of the term of the consulting agreement, Mr. Handley will serve as the President, Chief Executive Officer and Secretary of the Company.  Pursuant to the consulting agreement, and in lieu of director fees, Mr. Handley will receive a fee of $50,000 per calendar quarter.  The foregoing description of the material terms of the consulting agreement with Mr. Handley is qualified by reference to the terms of the consulting agreement filed with this report as Exhibit 10.2 and is incorporated by reference herein.

Item 9.01.  Financial Statements and Exhibits.

10.1           Consulting Agreement, dated April 1, 2016, by and between Swisher Hygiene Inc. and Albert J. Detz.

10.2           Consulting Agreement, dated April 1, 2016, by and between Swisher Hygiene Inc. and Richard L. Handley.


 
 

 
 
SIGNATURES
 
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
 
 
SWISHER HYGIENE INC.
 
       
Date:  April 7, 2016
By:
/s/ Richard L. Handley
 
   
Richard L. Handley
 
   
President, Chief Executive Officer and Secretary
 
       
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 

Exhibit 10.1
 
CONSULTING AGREEMENT

This CONSULTING AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is entered into as of the 1st day of April, 2016 by and between Swisher Hygiene Inc., a Delaware corporation (“Swisher” or the “Company”) and Albert J. Detz, an individual residing in the State of Florida (“Consultant”).
 

 
RECITALS
 
Whereas, Swisher desires to engage Consultant to provide certain consulting services as described herein; and
 
Whereas, Consultant desires to provide such services upon the terms and conditions set forth below.
 
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the above recitals and the mutual promises and conditions contained in this Agreement, the parties agree as follows:
 
1.  INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR RELATIONSHIP
 
In accordance with the parties' mutual intentions, this Agreement establishes between Consultant and Swisher an independent contractor relationship.  Consultant will not be an employee or partner of Swisher, but shall have the title of Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and shall be designated as the Company’s Principal Financial Officer and Principal Accounting Officer, and shall have the authority and powers to act on behalf of Swisher commonly associated with such positions. No joint venture or partnership is created or intended `
 
2.  TASKS, DUTIES, AND SCOPE OF WORK, REPORTING RESPONSIBILITIES
 
During the term of this Agreement, Consultant shall provide the following services on a part-time basis (the “Scope of Work”):
 
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Oversee all public company filings (including ’34 Act Forms 10-Q and 10-K, if required, and 8-K; and ’33 Act filings if any) and certify and execute as appropriate;
 
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Oversee preparation, execution and filing of tax returns by Swisher’s outside service providers, including Smith Leonard and BDO;
 
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Review and approve press releases;
 
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Advise on accounting issues and have direct discussions and representation with the Company’s auditors;
 
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Advise and report to the Audit Committee on all accounting issues and internal controls;
 
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Assist Templeton & Co. in providing monthly income statements, balance sheets, and check run summaries;
 
 
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Oversee cash management;
 
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Assist in reviewing and approving invoices for payment; approving check runs and wire transfers according to Swisher’s Policy for Processing Payments and Establishing Investment Accounts
 
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Oversee IT and Data Management services provided by Templeton & Co.
 
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Attend Board of Directors meetings;
 
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Advise on external communications provided by ICR Communications;
 
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Advise on reducing overhead and outside costs as appropriate;
 
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Review other corporate functions and make such other recommendations on matters as Consultant deems appropriate or as requested by Swisher’s CEO.
 
Consultant’s engagement has an indeterminate term but may be cancelled by either party on sixty (60) days advance notice (the “Term”), subject to termination in accordance with Section 6 hereof.  Although Consultant is an independent contractor, he shall report directly to the Company’s CEO during the Term.
 
3.  COMPENSATION AND EXPENSES
 
Consultant’s compensation under this Agreement shall be the greater of $15,000 per calendar quarter or $150 per hour, calculated on a quarterly basis.  Consultant shall be paid within 15 days following Swisher’s receipt of his quarterly invoice, accompanied by such reasonable documentation as Swisher my request.
 
Consultant shall maintain receipts and records relating to expenses incurred in performing the Scope of Work.  Swisher will reimburse Consultant for reasonable out-of-pocket expenses which are actually incurred in connection with the performance of the Scope of Work, including, but not limited to, hotel, airfare, meals, transportation and rental car. All such costs and expenses submitted for reimbursement shall be itemized by statement, and each statement will be accompanied by reasonable supporting documentation substantiating each expense, such as bills, receipts or vouchers.  Expenses incurred by Consultant shall be presented on a monthly basis and shall be reimbursed within 15 days of presentment.
 
4.  TAXES
 
Consultant recognizes and understands that he will receive a Form 1099 and related tax statements, and will be required to file corporate and/or individual tax returns and to pay taxes in accordance with all provisions of applicable federal and state law.  Consultant will be responsible for providing all social security, unemployment compensation, workers' compensation and similar contributions and insurance coverage for consultant and consultant's employees (if any), and paying all taxes related to the services hereunder (including without limitation federal and state income tax on any moneys earned pursuant hereto), through contributions, withholdings or other payment as applicable. Consultant specifically acknowledges that neither consultant nor any of consultant's employees (if any) are entitled to workers' compensation benefits for the services.
 
 
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Consultant will indemnify and hold harmless Swisher and its officers, directors, employees, agents, advisors, assigns and other representatives from and against any claims or demands of any governmental agency or authority for income or social security taxes and for employment protection funds (such as unemployment and workers' compensation) contributions related to the Scope of Work as well as for any unemployment or workers' compensation claims by Consultant or Consultant's employees, agents or other representatives (if any) and any penalties or other items related to any of the foregoing. Swisher may require, and Consultant will provide promptly, evidence that Consultant has paid such taxes or contributions as may be required by law or regulation.
 
5.  AGREEMENT TO WAIVE RIGHTS TO BENEFITS
 
Consultant hereby waives and foregoes the right to receive any benefits given by Swisher to its regular employees, including, but not limited to, health benefits, vacation and sick leave benefits, and profit sharing plans, such as 401(k) plans
 
6.  TERMINATION
 
This Agreement may be terminated at any time by either party, upon sixty (60) days prior written notice.
 
7.  NON-DISCLOSURE OF TRADE SECRETS, CUSTOMER LISTS, PROSPECTS AND OTHER PROPRIETARY INFORMATION
 
Consultant agrees not to disclose or communicate, in any manner, either during or after Consultant’s agreement with Swisher, proprietary information about Swisher, its operations, clientele, or any other proprietary information, that relates to the business of Swisher.   Consultant acknowledges that the above information is material and confidential.  Consultant understands that any breach of this provision, or that of any other Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement, is a material breach of this Agreement.
 
8.  RETURN OF PROPERTY
 
Upon termination of this Agreement, completion of Scope of Work, or whenever requested by Swisher, Consultant shall immediately deliver to Swisher all property in his possession, or under his care and control, belonging to Swisher, including but not limited to, proprietary information, computers, equipment, tools, documents, plans, recordings, software, and all related records or accounting ledgers.
 
9.  LEGAL COMPLIANCE
 
Consultant is encouraged to treat all Swisher employees, customers, clients, business partners and other affiliates with respect.  Consultant is required to comply with all laws, ethical codes and Swisher’s policies, procedures, rules or regulations, including those forbidding sexual harassment, discrimination, and unfair business practices.
 
 
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10.  NOTICES
 
All notices (including other communications required or permitted) under this Agreement must be in writing and must be delivered to the address set forth on the signature page below (a) in person, (b) by registered or certified mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested, (c) by a generally recognized courier or messenger service that provides written acknowledgement of receipt by the addressee, or (d) by a generally accepted means of electronic transmission with a verification of delivery. Any party may furnish, from time to time, other addresses for notices to it.  Consultant agrees to keep Swisher current as to his or her business and mailing addresses, as well as telephone, facsimile, e-mail and pager numbers.
 
11.  ATTORNEY’S FEES AND COSTS
 
If any action at law or in equity is necessary to enforce or interpret the terms of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney’s fees, costs and necessary disbursements incurred both before and after judgment in addition to any other relief to which such party may be entitled.
 
12.  INDEMNIFICATION OF CONSULTANT
 
During the term of this Agreement, Consultant shall be a “Covered Person” as that term is defined in Article Six of the Company’s Bylaws, and Company shall indemnify and hold harmless Consultant to the fullest extent as set forth therein.  In addition, Consultant shall be a named insured under the Company’s Directors and Officers insurance policy and shall be insured to the fullest extent set forth therein.
 
13.  INTERPRETATION
 
In entering this Agreement, the parties represent that they have had the opportunity to consider the terms of this Agreement and consult with attorneys if they chose to do so, and that the terms of this Agreement have been completely read by them, and that those terms are fully understood and voluntarily accepted by them. If any claim is made by a party relating to any conflict, omission or ambiguity in the provisions of this Agreement, no presumption or burden of proof or persuasion will be implied because this Agreement was prepared by or at the request of any party or its counsel.
 
14.  ENTIRE AGREEMENT
 
This instrument constitutes and contains the entire Agreement and final understanding between the parties. It is intended by the parties as a complete and exclusive statement of the terms of their agreement. It supersedes all prior negotiations and agreements, proposed or otherwise, whether written or oral, between the parties with respect to the matters contained herein. Any representation, promise or agreement not specifically included in this Agreement will not be binding upon or enforceable against either party.  Notwithstanding the foregoing,
 
 
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15.  PARTIAL INVALIDITY
 
If any provision of this Agreement is held by a Court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall nevertheless continue in full force and effect without being impaired or invalidated in any way.
 
16.  GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION
 
This Agreement shall be governed by, and construed under, the laws of the State of Florida.  Jurisdiction and venue for all purposes shall be in Broward County.
 
17.  COUNTERPARTS
 
This Agreement may be executed in anyone or more counterparts, each of which will be deemed to be an original but all of which together will constitute one and the same instrument. A facsimile will be deemed an original.
 

 
 
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties have caused this Agreement to be executed on the date first written above.
 
 
SWISHER HYGIENE INC:
 
 
By:           /s/ Richard L. Handley                                                                
Name:            Richard L. Handley
Title:              Chairman of the Board and CEO

Address:       350 E. Las Olas Blvd., Suite 1600
                       Fort Lauderdale, FL  33301

CONSULTANT:


/s/ Albert J. Detz                                                                           
      Albert J. Detz

 
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Exhibit 10.2
 
CONSULTING AGREEMENT

This CONSULTING AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”), effective as of January 1, 2016, entered into as of the 1st day of April, 2016, is by and between Swisher Hygiene Inc., a Delaware corporation (“Swisher” or the “Company”) and Richard L. Handley, an individual residing in the State of Florida (“Consultant”).
 

 
RECITALS
 
WHEREAS, Consultant has been a member of the Board of Directors of the Company since December 2012 and currently serves as its Chairman; and
 
WHEREAS, Swisher has requested and Consultant has agreed to provide additional services to or on behalf of the Company as more fully set forth herein; and
 
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the above recitals and the mutual promises and conditions contained in this Agreement, the parties agree as follows:
 
1.  INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR RELATIONSHIP
 
In accordance with the parties' mutual intentions, this Agreement establishes between Consultant and Swisher an independent contractor relationship.  Consultant will not be an employee or partner of Swisher, but shall have the title of President, Chief Executive Officer and Secretary, and shall have the authority and powers to act on behalf of Swisher commonly associated with such positions. No joint venture or partnership is created or intended hereby, and the parties will not hold themselves out as being in any such arrangement.
 
2.  TASKS, DUTIES, AND SCOPE OF WORK, REPORTING RESPONSIBILITIES
 
In addition to his responsibilities as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Company, commencing April 1, 2016, and for the remainder of the term of this Agreement, Consultant shall act in the capacity of President, Chief Executive Officer and Secretary, functioning as the Company’s Principal Executive Officer and shall dedicate such time as necessary to perform the services commonly associated with those titles and function, as adjusted by the context of the Company, which has recently sold all of its business operations. Consultant’s duties shall include but not be limited to the following services (the “Scope of Work”):
 
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Oversee and direct all litigation, investigations and disputes with the goal of resolving all such matters on terms and conditions acceptable to the Company’s Board of Directors and in the best interests of the Company’s shareholders;
 
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Oversee and direct all transitional matters relating to the sale of the Company’s business operations;
 
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Oversee and direct implementation of the proposals approved by the Company’s shareholders at the Company’s meeting of Shareholders held on October 15, 2015;
 
 
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Assist in transitioning duties and responsibilities from the Company’s former President and CEO, and the Company’s former CFO;
 
●  
Assist with all public company filings (including ’34 Act Forms 10-Q and 10-K, if required, and 8-K; and ’33 Act filings if any) and if appropriate, certify and execute as the Company’s Principal Executive Officer;
 
●  
Assist the Company’s CFO in the preparation and filing of tax returns by Swisher’s outside service providers, including Smith Leonard and BDO;
 
●  
Review and approve press releases;
 
●  
Assist Templeton & Co. in providing monthly income statements, balance sheets, and check run summaries;
 
●  
Assist on all banking matters, including cash management;
 
●  
Assist in reviewing and approving invoices for payment; approving check runs and wire transfers according to Swisher’s Policy for Processing Payments and Establishing Investment Accounts;
 
●  
Schedule and oversee all meetings of the Board of Directors;
 
●  
Oversee all external communications, including those provided by ICR Communications;
 
●  
Implement practices to minimize overhead and outside costs as appropriate; and
 
●  
Implement such other actions approved by the Board of Directors.
 
This Agreement has an initial term effective as of January 1, 2016 and ending December 31, 2016 (the “Term”) as may be extended by mutual agreement of the parties, subject to termination in accordance with Section 6 hereof.  Consultant shall report directly to the Company’s Board of Directors during the Term.
 
3.  COMPENSATION AND EXPENSES
 
For the services to be performed under this Agreement, and in lieu of any Director’s fees that would otherwise be payable to Consultant as Chairman of the Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2016 and during the Term, Consultant shall be paid a fee of $50,000 per calendar quarter.    Consultant shall be paid in arrears, within 15 days following Swisher’s receipt of his quarterly invoice, accompanied by such reasonable documentation as Swisher may request.
 
Consultant shall maintain receipts and records relating to expenses incurred in performing the Scope of Work.  Swisher will reimburse Consultant for reasonable out-of-pocket expenses which are actually incurred in connection with the performance of the Scope of Work, including, but not limited to, reasonable office expenses (including office supplies, telephone and internet costs, overnight mail services, and travel expenses, if any, including hotel, airfare, meals, transportation and rental car). All such costs and expenses submitted for reimbursement shall be itemized by statement, and each statement will be accompanied by reasonable supporting documentation substantiating each expense, such as bills, receipts or vouchers.  Expenses incurred by Consultant shall be presented on a monthly basis and shall be reimbursed within 15 days of presentment.
 
 
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4.  TAXES
 
Consultant recognizes and understands that he will receive a Form 1099 and related tax statements, and will be required to file corporate and/or individual tax returns and to pay taxes in accordance with all provisions of applicable federal and state law.  Consultant will be responsible for providing all social security, unemployment compensation, workers' compensation and similar contributions and insurance coverage for consultant and consultant's employees (if any), and paying all taxes related to the services hereunder (including without limitation federal and state income tax on any moneys earned pursuant hereto), through contributions, withholdings or other payment as applicable. Consultant specifically acknowledges that neither consultant nor any of consultant's employees (if any) are entitled to workers' compensation benefits for the services.
 
Consultant will indemnify and hold harmless Swisher and its officers, directors, employees, agents, advisors, assigns and other representatives from and against any claims or demands of any governmental agency or authority for income or social security taxes and for employment protection funds (such as unemployment and workers' compensation) contributions related to the Scope of Work as well as for any unemployment or workers' compensation claims by Consultant or Consultant's employees, agents or other representatives (if any) and any penalties or other items related to any of the foregoing. Swisher may require, and Consultant will provide promptly, evidence that Consultant has paid such taxes or contributions as may be required by law or regulation.
 
5.  AGREEMENT TO WAIVE RIGHTS TO BENEFITS
 
Consultant hereby waives and foregoes the right to receive any benefits given by Swisher to its regular employees, including, but not limited to, health benefits, vacation and sick leave benefits, and profit sharing plans, such as 401(k) plans
 
6.  TERMINATION
 
This Agreement shall terminate on December 31, 2016 unless otherwise extended prior to such date by mutual agreement of the parties.  Notwithstanding the foregoing, (i) the Company’s Board of Directors may at any time during the Term curtail, limit or reduce Consultant’s duties, responsibilities or title without reduction in compensation set forth above; notwithstanding the foregoing, Consultant shall not be directed to perform duties materially different than those set forth in this Agreement, and Consultant shall not be required to relocate from the Fort Lauderdale, Florida in performance of his duties; and (ii) Consultant, upon sixty (60) days’ prior notice, may terminate his services under this Agreement, in which case, Consultant’s fee shall be prorated through his last day of service.
 
7.  NON-DISCLOSURE OF TRADE SECRETS, CUSTOMER LISTS, PROSPECTS AND OTHER PROPRIETARY INFORMATION
 
Consultant agrees not to disclose or communicate, in any manner, either during or after Consultant’s agreement with Swisher, proprietary information about Swisher, its operations, clientele, or any other proprietary information, that relates to the business of Swisher.   Consultant acknowledges that the above information is material and confidential.  Consultant understands that any breach of this provision, or that of any other Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement, is a material breach of this Agreement.
 
 
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8.  RETURN OF PROPERTY
 
Upon termination of this Agreement or whenever requested by Swisher, Consultant shall immediately deliver to Swisher all property in his possession, or under his care and control, belonging to Swisher, including but not limited to, proprietary information, computers, equipment, tools, documents, plans, recordings, software, and all related records or accounting ledgers.
 
9.  LEGAL COMPLIANCE
 
Consultant is encouraged to treat all Swisher employees, customers, clients, business partners and other affiliates with respect.  Consultant is required to comply with all laws, ethical codes and Swisher’s policies, procedures, rules or regulations, including those forbidding sexual harassment, discrimination, and unfair business practices.
 
10.  NOTICES
 
All notices (including other communications required or permitted) under this Agreement must be in writing and must be delivered to the address set forth on the signature page below (a) in person, (b) by registered or certified mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested, (c) by a generally recognized courier or messenger service that provides written acknowledgement of receipt by the addressee, or (d) by a generally accepted means of electronic transmission with a verification of delivery. Any party may furnish, from time to time, other addresses for notices to it.  Consultant agrees to keep Swisher current as to his or her business and mailing addresses, as well as telephone, facsimile, e-mail and pager numbers.
 
11.  ATTORNEY’S FEES AND COSTS
 
If any action at law or in equity is necessary to enforce or interpret the terms of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney’s fees, costs and necessary disbursements incurred both before and after judgment in addition to any other relief to which such party may be entitled.
 
12.  INDEMNIFICATION OF CONSULTANT
 
During the term of this Agreement, Consultant shall be a “Covered Person” as that term is defined in Article Six of the Company’s Bylaws, and Company shall indemnify and hold harmless Consultant to the fullest extent as set forth therein.  In addition, Consultant shall be a named insured under the Company’s Directors and Officers insurance policy and shall be insured to the fullest extent set forth therein.
 
 
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13.  COUNSEL; INTERPRETATION
 
In entering this Agreement, the parties represent that they have had the opportunity to consider the terms of this Agreement and consult with attorneys if they chose to do so, and that the terms of this Agreement have been completely read by them, and that those terms are fully understood and voluntarily accepted by them. If any claim is made by a party relating to any conflict, omission or ambiguity in the provisions of this Agreement, no presumption or burden of proof or persuasion will be implied because this Agreement was prepared by or at the request of any party or its counsel.
 
14.  ENTIRE AGREEMENT
 
This instrument constitutes and contains the entire Agreement and final understanding between the parties. It is intended by the parties as a complete and exclusive statement of the terms of their agreement. It supersedes all prior negotiations and agreements, proposed or otherwise, whether written or oral, between the parties with respect to the matters contained herein. Any representation, promise or agreement not specifically included in this Agreement will not be binding upon or enforceable against either party.  Notwithstanding the foregoing,
 
15.  PARTIAL INVALIDITY
 
If any provision of this Agreement is held by a Court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall nevertheless continue in full force and effect without being impaired or invalidated in any way.
 
16.  GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION
 
This Agreement shall be governed by, and construed under, the laws of the State of Florida.  Jurisdiction and venue for all purposes shall be in Broward County.
 
17.  COUNTERPARTS
 
This Agreement may be executed in anyone or more counterparts, each of which will be deemed to be an original but all of which together will constitute one and the same instrument. A facsimile will be deemed an original.


Signatures appear on following page

 
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties have caused this Agreement to be executed on the date first written above.
 
SWISHER HYGIENE INC:
 
 
By:  /s/ William M. Pruitt                                                                           
Name:   William M. Pruitt____________________
       On Behalf of the Board of Directors                                                                


Address:      350 E. Las Olas Blvd., Suite 1600
                      Fort Lauderdale, FL  33301

CONSULTANT:


/s/ Richard L. Handley                                                                           
      Richard L. Handley

Address:      401 E. Las Olas Blvd., #130-465
                      Fort Lauderdale, FL  33301

 
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