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Urgent Call for Leadership Change at ProPhase Labs

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As a former employee of ProPhase Labs, I am compelled to speak out about the urgent need for a leadership change. Jason, Ted's son, is not just failing in his role—he is actively harming the company, especially Nebula, which was once a beacon of innovation and potential.

Jason's management style is toxic and destructive. He regularly belittles employees, creating a hostile and fearful work environment. This is not just an issue of poor leadership; it is an issue of basic human decency. The way he treats his direct reports and others is unacceptable and demoralizing. It's shocking that such behavior is tolerated in a professional setting.

Despite Jason's self-aggrandizing claims of building a $200 million company, the reality is far different. The spike in sales during the COVID-19 pandemic was a result of circumstances, not his leadership. The real heroes are the dedicated teams in the lab, IT, finance, and other departments who worked tirelessly to meet the demands. Jason's contribution was minimal, and his insistence on taking credit is both misleading and insulting to those who truly drove the success.

Nebula, a product with immense potential, is now floundering under Jason's mismanagement. Sales are plummeting, and the once-promising project is at risk of becoming another casualty of his incompetence. His poor decision-making, wasteful spending on ineffective consultants, and lack of vision are dragging Nebula and the entire company down.

Ted and the board must face a harsh truth: Jason's continued presence in a leadership role is a liability. His behavior, protected by his family connection, is undermining the company's future and must be addressed. This isn't just about protecting the company's bottom line; it's about preserving the integrity and potential of ProPhase Labs and Nebula.

The time for action is now. The board and shareholders must prioritize the well-being of the company over personal ties and make the difficult but necessary decision to remove Jason from his position. The future of ProPhase Labs and Nebula depends on strong, ethical, and competent leadership—qualities that Jason has repeatedly shown he lacks.

ProPhase Labs can still turn things around, but only with the right leadership. It's imperative for the board and shareholders to act decisively. The survival and success of the company and its projects are at stake.
 






Way to Google search this. I couldn’t agree more. That little kid is useless and is horrible at everything he does. I remember all he says is he’s the only one who does anything at that company. I’m telling you as a seasoned employee, the company would be so much better without him. He’s setting up a bunch of escape goats so that when he falls flat on his face, he’s got an out and he’s an angel. Did the same thing during the COVID days and is doing it again. He needs a job in real world corporate America. He wouldn’t last 2 days out there. At least I’m not there to see him burn it to the ground. I’ll start making the popcorn and watch is burn down. Best part is Ted is terrified of his own son. So many years of damage that he’s trying to make up for. I don’t know how I lasted so long there. Best thing that happened was moving on. What’s the pool on the company lasting past this year? I say it doesn’t.
 




This place is in absolute disarray. Ted seems more afraid of his own son than accountable to the shareholders, and Jason is determined to destroy whatever remains of value. Without immediate intervention, they’re headed straight for bankruptcy. The company is teetering on the edge, barely scraping by, and it’s only a matter of time before they miss payroll. When that happens, the exodus will be swift and brutal.

They preach loyalty, but it’s a one-way street. Anyone who challenges their decisions or fails to meet their arbitrary demands is quickly cast aside. Employees are treated like disposable pawns, and what they don’t seem to grasp is that they’ve already lost their key players. It’s baffling why anyone still sticks around-though it’s just to watch the inevitable collapse and see where the blame lands.

Frankly, I’m shocked they haven’t been sued yet for the gross negligence and shady dealings that both Ted and Jason are responsible for. The public filings and press releases show how well they’ve lined their own pockets while driving the company into the ground. It’s only a matter of time before it all comes crashing down.
 




Rather than post this major problem behind your keyboards anonymously...

GO TO THE FUCKING BOARD OF DIRECTORS.

The company employs many dedicated people who don't deserve to be out of a job.
 




The real issue here is that Ted holds all the control over the board. Anyone who dares to speak up risks being silenced or pushed out. It’s outrageous that a public company is being run as if it were a private fiefdom, where transparency and accountability are non-existent. If you haven’t already, take a look at the recent SEC filings—it’s clear that the Karkus family is lining their pockets while everyone else is left to bear the brunt of their decisions.
 




Screw that smug little punk Jason. He’s a self-absorbed, arrogant prick who struts around like he’s king of the world, convinced nobody can outsmart him. Truth is, he’s usually the dumbest guy in the room, but he’s too full of himself to realize it. He’s burned everyone around him, using them as his personal scapegoats until they’re of no use to him anymore. The second someone stands up to him or says something he doesn’t like, he runs straight to the CEO—his daddy, Ted—and starts talking mad shit. He’s a coward who hides behind his daddy’s shadow and tries to tear down anyone who dares to call him out.

Ted, for his part, is spineless—the most fearful person I’ve ever seen when it comes to Jason. He’s done so much damage to that kid and now he’s bending over backward to make up for it, blind to the fact that it’s killing the whole business. It sucks for the folks who are still stuck there, unable to get out. If they haven’t found their way yet, I urge them to jump ship as soon as they can. Prophase is sinking fast, and Jason is the dead weight dragging it down.
 




Why is everyone obsessing over Jason and his relationship with his father, when the real problem is Ted? Ted’s the one who steered the company into this mess, yet no one is holding him accountable. Don’t just blame Jason—blame Ted for putting an incompetent like Jason in charge in the first place. Word is, Jason hasn’t even set foot in the office for weeks, dodging all the responsibility he was given.

When Nebula inevitably crashes and burns, who will they scapegoat this time? It’s the same story: they’ll fire someone to cover their tracks instead of owning up to their failures. There’s zero direction from leadership, and insiders say that if the Karkuses aren’t involved, nothing moves. The worst part? The Karkuses don’t do a damn thing—ever.

I know people who’ve been stuck there for years, and it’s mind-boggling how they survive in such a toxic, dysfunctional environment. Those at the top are the problem, and they stand for absolutely nothing.
 




What I want to know is, where are the other execs, and why aren’t they stepping in to stop this madness? Jed was supposed to be the turnaround guy, but where’s the progress? From what I hear, they won’t even let him do his job. And what about Sergio? He’s close to Jason—why isn’t he speaking up?

Lance is the new guy, but it’s obvious he won’t last long. It’s only a matter of time before they pin the blame on him for everything falling apart. This is a pattern: they had a CFO for 12 years, and as soon as Jason came in, she was out. The list of talented, capable people who’ve been pushed out because of Jason keeps growing.

Kamal, one of Nebula’s founders, is still around, but only for the sake of appearances. And whatever happened to Dennis? How is someone as reputable as Dr. George Church still letting his name be associated with these people?

I encourage everyone to take a look at their last corporate presentation. It speaks volumes about what’s really going on, which is nothing! Smoke and mirrors.
 




It’s remarkable how they make everything seem like everyone else’s fault, while taking no responsibility themselves. They push people to seek career coaching but refuse to do the same. Instead, they manipulate others into believing they’re inadequate, pointing out supposed blind spots and weaknesses, all without ever engaging in any self-reflection. The toxic environment they create leaves people feeling worthless. Frankly, I’m surprised no one has taken legal action against them yet. I’ve had countless people reach out to me for job references, but I wouldn’t associate my name with that organization. The Karkus family is a cancer on the company, and they need to be removed.
 




Forget these guys and the horse they rode in on. Jason is nothing more than a little baby who runs to daddy when things don't go his way or when someone dares to say something he doesn’t like. I remember being in a meeting once when he had the audacity to say to me, "Do I need to do this shit on my own, or will you finally do it? If I need to get involved, what's the point?" I've seen him blow up in meetings, belittling people, calling them names, thinking everyone is scared of him. I sure as hell wasn’t. He's nothing but a bully with a power trip, only because his dad runs the company.

And honestly, I don’t even understand why Jason is still there. He needs to go work in corporate America and get shat on for a while. The only reason he's like this is because Ted treats the company like his personal playground and doesn’t care about the shareholders. One day, I just had enough. I left, and they never heard from me again.

A storm is brewing, and things are about to get really fun!

I know I'm beating a dead horse, but sometimes you just need to get it out there. It’s frustrating watching people like Jason skate by on someone else’s power. Getting it off my chest helps clear my head, and maybe now I can let the storm roll through and move on.
 




All of this is accurate, and I’d swear to it. There’s certainly a lot of uncertainty ahead for ProPhase. From what I’ve heard in recent weeks, they’re on the verge of bankruptcy, and they’re running out of options to raise more capital. I wouldn’t be surprised if ThinkEquity is fed up with them, especially with Jason—whom they seem to dislike—and Ted, who they only tolerate because he’s still generating revenue through consulting gigs. It’s hard to imagine any reputable firm wanting them as clients at this point.

Someone should reach out to the major shareholders and share this information. If they see the full picture, they might decide to pull out, driving the stock price down, possibly even to the point of delisting from the NYSE. It could be time to call it a day before things get worse.
 




Is it possible to get an email list of all the board members?

Has anyone questioned why the organization has gone through four different audit firms in the last four years? That seems like a major red flag that deserves attention.

Also, can someone provide an update on what happened with Jason Barr?
 




I’m deeply frustrated with the current situation. The environment has become toxic, and there’s a noticeable lack of integrity within the team. Loyalty only seems to matter as long as you’re useful, but once you’ve been exhausted, you’re cast aside. The concerns raised earlier are absolutely on point.

In an effort to address these issues, I’ve gathered the following contact information for the board of directors:

• Ted Karkus – Chairman & CEO – karkus@prophaselabs.com
• Louis Gleckel, MD – Director – lgleckel@prohealthcare.com
• Warren Hirsch – Director – whirsch28@gmail.com
• Eleanor McBrier – Director – Unfortunately, I was unable to find contact information for Eleanor, as she appears to be relatively new.

It’s worth noting that some board members may have ties to the Karkus family, which further supports the claim that Ted has significant influence over the board, as was previously mentioned.
 




Jason consistently tries to portray himself as a confident and tough guy, but his actions tell a different story. He talks negatively about people behind their backs but never addresses issues directly. Confrontation isn’t his style. I remember when I was still there during the COVID period—there was one instance where he was so intimidated by someone that he had the front desk call security because he was afraid of an altercation. He talks a big game, but in reality, he comes across as insecure and fragile.

He seems to place a lot of importance on superficial things like driving a BMW and wearing expensive clothes, but that doesn’t hide his lack of substance. From what I saw while I was there, I never heard him talk about any relationships, especially with women, which makes me wonder if there’s something more to his behavior than he lets on.
 




I tried to post the emails but it got stopped. here is the message again without the emails.
I’m deeply frustrated with the current situation. The environment has become toxic, and there’s a noticeable lack of integrity within the team. Loyalty only seems to matter as long as you’re useful, but once you’ve been exhausted, you’re cast aside. The concerns raised earlier are absolutely on point.

In an effort to address these issues, I’ve gathered the following contact information for the board of directors:

• Ted Karkus – Chairman & CEO – karkus[a]prophaselabs[.]c0m
• Louis Gleckel, MD – Director – lgleckel[a]prohealthcare[.]c0m
• Warren Hirsch – Director – whirsch28[a]gmail[.]c0m
• Eleanor McBrier – Director – Unfortunately, I was unable to find contact information for Eleanor, as she appears to be relatively new.

It’s worth noting that some board members may have ties to the Karkus family, which further supports the claim that Ted has significant influence over the board, as was previously mentioned.
 




Jason is a broken child—plain and simple, no more to it.

Ted seems equally damaged, and it’s clear he’s passed that onto his son, perhaps even making things worse.

It makes you wonder what things are like at home, especially considering they all live together. Jason often said he hated his father, but the moment something didn’t go his way, he’d immediately call Ted and complain. I remember him telling me once over lunch that people were crazy not to realize how much influence he had with the CEO, and that everyone should be nice to him because of it.
 




Wow. So much insight here, truly. I’ve had the opportunity to work with ProPhase as a vendor, and let me tell you, I’ve crossed paths with both Ted and Jason. Let’s just say… they’re quite the characters. Ted reminds me of the wolf in the ‘Three Little Pigs’ story—huffing and puffing, trying to blow the house down, but achieving little more than a gust of hot air. All talk, no action. And Jason? He’s right there with him, like a co-pilot on a ship going nowhere.

I remember a Zoom call with my boss and them; by the time we hung up, we couldn’t help but feel a mix of pity and amazement. It was almost comedic, watching them go at it, yet there was an underlying sadness to it. It’s fascinating—and a little tragic—when words promise everything, but the follow-through delivers nothing.
 




As a former employee cant wait to see them go to jail. They took advantage of many employees, only to hang them out dry. They are an embarrassment to the industry. No knowledge. Thought they knew everything from running a lab to running a business. Anyone could have made money with Covid. This is the time to show people your expertise. Ted praised his son Jason. Tried to make him taller than he really is. Lets see where we go from here. $2 a share coming up real soon.
 




As a former employee of ProPhase Labs, where I worked under Jason Karkus and Ted Karkus, I feel compelled to share my deeply negative experience, especially as a female employee.

The treatment of women at ProPhase is appalling. Jason and Ted Karkus really treat female employees like crap. Ted Karkus would frequently yell at women in the office, talking down to them in a degrading and unprofessional manner. It was clear that there was no respect for female employees, and his behavior created an incredibly toxic and hostile work environment.

Jason Karkus wasn’t much better. He seemed to feel that everyone around him wasn’t smart enough, dismissing ideas and contributions without any consideration. This arrogance made it difficult to have any meaningful collaboration or growth in the workplace.

Rather than fostering a supportive or inclusive work culture, they treated women like they didn’t matter, with no regard for fairness or professionalism. This toxic atmosphere made it nearly impossible to feel valued or motivated.

I cannot in good conscience recommend ProPhase Labs to any woman looking for a respectful and supportive work environment. It was one of the worst professional experiences I’ve ever encountered.
 




Something is Stu’ing up, and honey, let me tell you, it’s going to sink faster than the Titanic! These wash-outs are still out here thinking they’ve made waves when, really, they’re in way over their heads. I may not be around anymore, but I can see it coming clear as day. Jason at the helm? Oh, that ship is going straight into the rocks they don’t even know exist.

Now, when is the board finally going to wake up and ask Jason to step down? And, seriously, where’s the proxy to get Ted out too? I mean, why is nobody making moves? It’s time for some real change, people! This mess is bound to crash and burn – you can count on that!
 




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