CHMP / Champion Industries, Inc. - Pengajuan SECLaporan Tahunan, Pernyataan Proksi

Champion Industries, Inc.
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SEC Filings
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August 5, 2016 SC 13G

CHMP / Champion Industries, Inc. / ABRAHAMSON PETER JOHN - SC 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (Amendment No. )* Champion Industries, Inc. (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK (Title of Class of Securities) 158520205 (CUSIP Number) July 29, 2016 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Sc

July 28, 2016 EX-99.0

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July 28, 2016 8-K

Other Events

e8k.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) July 27, 2016 Champion Industries, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) West Virginia (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 000-21084 55-0717455 (

July 28, 2016 15-12G

Champion Industries CHAMPION FORM 15

form15.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 15 CERTIFICATION AND NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR SUSPENSION OF DUTY TO FILE REPORTS UNDER SECTIONS 13 AND 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission No. 000-21084 Champion Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified

July 28, 2016 SC 13E3/A

CHMP / Champion Industries, Inc. / CHAMPION INDUSTRIES INC - CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. SCHEDULE 13E3

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13E-3 (Amendment No. 4) RULE 13E-3 TRANSACTION STATEMENT (PURSUANT TO SECTION 13(e) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934) Champion Industries, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Champion Industries, Inc. Joined by: Marshall T. Reynolds, Harrah and Reynolds Corporation, Glenn W. Wilcox, Sr., Phillip E. Cline, Neal W. Scaggs, Loui

July 14, 2016 EX-99

EX-99

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July 14, 2016 8-K

Other Events

e8k.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) July 8, 2016 Champion Industries, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) West Virginia (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 000-21084 55-0717455 (C

July 5, 2016 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

e8k.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) June 30, 2016 Champion Industries, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) West Virginia (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 000-21084 55-0717455 (

June 14, 2016 10-Q

Champion Industries APRIL 30, 2016 FORM 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2016 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No.

May 31, 2016 DEF 14A

Champion Industries PROXY STATEMENT - 2016 SPECIAL MEETING

specialproxy16.htm SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted b

May 25, 2016 PRER14A

Champion Industries REVISED PRELIMINARY PROXY STATEMENT

preproxy16.htm SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT ***PRELIMINARY COPY*** SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission

May 25, 2016 EX-99.8

Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:30 A.M. January 11, 2016

Exhibit 99.8 The following is the material presented to the Special Committee at its third and fourth meetings discussing and quantifying the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:30 A.M. January 11, 2016 AGENDA I. Call to Order..................................................................

May 25, 2016 EX-99.11

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART ONE - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR 1:200 REVERSE STOCK S

Exhibit 99.11 EXHIBIT B TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART ONE - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT ONLY] 1 FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Pursuant to the provi

May 25, 2016 EX-99.2

Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:00 A.M. October 5, 2015

Exhibit 99.2 The following is the material presented to the Special Committee at its inaugural meeting discussing and quantifying the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:00 A.M. October 5, 2015 AGENDA I. Call To Order...........................................................................

May 25, 2016 CORRESP

Champion Industries ESP

secletter.htm May 25, 2016 Attention: Perry Hindin, Special Counsel Bryan Pitko, Attorney Advisor Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 Re: Champion Industries, Inc. Amendment No. 2 to Schedule 13E-3 Filed May 17, 2016 File No. 5-82429 Revised Preliminary Proxy Statement Filed May 17, 2016 File No. 0-21084 Gentlemen: We are in receipt of your letter dated May 24,

May 25, 2016 EX-99.3

CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Board of Directors Meeting Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington – 9:00AM November 16, 2015

Exhibit 99.3 The following is an excerpt of the minutes presented to the Company’s Board of Directors updating the Board on the progress of the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Board of Directors Meeting Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington – 9:00AM November 16, 2015 III. Discussion of Going Dark Transaction Mr. Evans discussed the progress of the exploration of the poten

May 25, 2016 SC 13E3/A

CHMP / Champion Industries, Inc. / CHAMPION INDUSTRIES INC - CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. SCHEDULE 13E3

SC 13E3/A 1 sc13e3a.htm CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. SCHEDULE 13E3 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13E-3 (Amendment No. 3) RULE 13E-3 TRANSACTION STATEMENT (PURSUANT TO SECTION 13(e) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934) Champion Industries, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Champion Industries, Inc. Joined by: Marshall T. Reynolds, Harrah and Reynolds Corporati

May 25, 2016 EX-99.7

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Exhibit 99.7 The following is the updated draft valuation of the Company's common stock as it was presented to the Special Committee at its January 11, 2016 meeting. Although it was a draft, Chaffe had indicated the numbers were final and the final report would contain the same numbers and results (although the final report would contain more narrative discussing the numbers and the calculations).

May 25, 2016 EX-99.13

Champion Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries Projected Consolidated Statements of Operations

Exhibit 99.13 The following is the consolidated estimated (projected) results of operations of the Company’s 2016 fiscal year as presented to Chaffe and Associates for the valuation of the Company’s common stock. The information disclosed below is in a summarized and consolidated format that is similar to the format in which the Company reports financial information to the public and its sharehold

May 25, 2016 EX-99.5

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Exhibit 99.5 The following is the draft valuation of the Company's common stock as it was presented to the Special Committee at its January 4, 2016 meeting. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19

May 25, 2016 EX-99.6

Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:30 A.M. January 4, 2016

Exhibit 99.6 The following is the material presented to the Special Committee at its second meeting discussing and quantifying the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:30 A.M. January 4, 2016 AGENDA I. Call to Order..............................................................................

May 25, 2016 EX-99.10

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS

Exhibit 99.10 EXHIBIT A TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS 1 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. SPECIAL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS AND SUPPORTING RATIONALE SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS TO FULL BOARD OF DIRECTORS 1:200 Reverse Stock Split for Company Class A Common Stock.

May 25, 2016 EX-99.9

CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. RESOLUTIONS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT FOR THE COMPANY’S CLASS A COMMON STOCK AND SUBSEQUENT SEC DEREGISTRATION OF THE COMPANY AND SUCH COMMON STOCK

EXHIBIT 99.9 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. RESOLUTIONS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT FOR THE COMPANY’S CLASS A COMMON STOCK AND SUBSEQUENT SEC DEREGISTRATION OF THE COMPANY AND SUCH COMMON STOCK WHEREAS, the Board of Directors (the "Board") of Champion Industries, Inc. (the "Company") at its regular monthly meeting on September 21, 2015, established a Special Committe

May 25, 2016 EX-99.12

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART TWO - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR BOTH 1:200 REVERSE ST

Exhibit 99.12 EXHIBIT B TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART TWO - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR BOTH 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AMENDMENT AND THE PREFERRED SHARES AMENDMENT] 1 FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF CH

May 25, 2016 EX-99.4

CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Board of Directors Meeting Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington – 9:00AM December 21, 2015

Exhibit 99.4 The following is an excerpt of the minutes presented to the Company’s Board of Directors updating the Board on the progress of the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Board of Directors Meeting Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington – 9:00AM December 21, 2015 III. Discussion of Going Dark Transaction Mr. Evans discussed the progress of the exploration of the poten

May 25, 2016 EX-99.1

CONFIDENTIAL/PRIVILEGED EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Exhibit 99.1 The following is the initial memorandum to the Board of Directors from the Company’s legal counsel disclosing the mechanics of a potential “going dark” transaction. 1 To: Justin T. Evans, Chief Financial Officer, Champion Industries, Inc. (the “Company”) From: Bowles Rice LLP (Roger D. Hunter) Date: September 18, 2015 Subject: Possible Reverse Stock Split with Cash Purchase of All Res

May 17, 2016 PRER14A

Champion Industries REVISED PRELIMINARY PROXY STATEMENT

preproxy16.htm SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT ***PRELIMINARY COPY*** SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission

May 17, 2016 EX-99.4

CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Board of Directors Meeting Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington – 9:00AM December 21, 2015

Exhibit 99.4 The following is an excerpt of the minutes presented to the Company’s Board of Directors updating the Board on the progress of the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Board of Directors Meeting Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington – 9:00AM December 21, 2015 III. Discussion of Going Dark Transaction Mr. Evans discussed the progress of the exploration of the poten

May 17, 2016 EX-99.9

CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. RESOLUTIONS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT FOR THE COMPANY’S CLASS A COMMON STOCK AND SUBSEQUENT SEC DEREGISTRATION OF THE COMPANY AND SUCH COMMON STOCK

EXHIBIT 99.9 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. RESOLUTIONS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT FOR THE COMPANY’S CLASS A COMMON STOCK AND SUBSEQUENT SEC DEREGISTRATION OF THE COMPANY AND SUCH COMMON STOCK WHEREAS, the Board of Directors (the "Board") of Champion Industries, Inc. (the "Company") at its regular monthly meeting on September 21, 2015, established a Special Committe

May 17, 2016 EX-99.2

Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:00 A.M. October 5, 2015

Exhibit 99.2 The following is the material presented to the Special Committee at its inaugural meeting discussing and quantifying the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:00 A.M. October 5, 2015 AGENDA I. Call To Order...........................................................................

May 17, 2016 EX-99.11

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART ONE - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR 1:200 REVERSE STOCK S

Exhibit 99.11 EXHIBIT B TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART ONE - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT ONLY] 1 FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Pursuant to the provi

May 17, 2016 EX-99.10

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS

Exhibit 99.10 EXHIBIT A TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS 1 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. SPECIAL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS AND SUPPORTING RATIONALE SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS TO FULL BOARD OF DIRECTORS 1:200 Reverse Stock Split for Company Class A Common Stock.

May 17, 2016 EX-99.7

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Exhibit 99.7 The following is the updated draft valuation of the Company's common stock as it was presented to the Special Committee at its January 11, 2016 meeting. Although it was a draft, Chaffe had indicated the numbers were final and the final report would contain the same numbers and results (although the final report would contain more narrative discussing the numbers and the calculations).

May 17, 2016 EX-99.1

CONFIDENTIAL/PRIVILEGED EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Exhibit 99.1 The following is the initial memorandum to the Board of Directors from the Company’s legal counsel disclosing the mechanics of a potential “going dark” transaction. 1 To: Justin T. Evans, Chief Financial Officer, Champion Industries, Inc. (the “Company”) From: Bowles Rice LLP (Roger D. Hunter) Date: September 18, 2015 Subject: Possible Reverse Stock Split with Cash Purchase of All Res

May 17, 2016 CORRESP

Champion Industries ESP

secletter1.htm May 17, 2016 Attention: Bryan Pitko, Attorney Advisor Perry Hindin, Special Counsel Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 RE: Champion Industries, Inc. Amendment No. 1 to Schedule 13E-3 Filed April 6, 2016 File No. 5-82429 Revised Preliminary Proxy Statement Filed April 6, 2016 File No. 0-21084 Gentlemen: We are in receipt of your letter dated May 6

May 17, 2016 EX-99.3

CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Board of Directors Meeting Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington – 9:00AM November 16, 2015

Exhibit 99.3 The following is an excerpt of the minutes presented to the Company’s Board of Directors updating the Board on the progress of the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Board of Directors Meeting Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington – 9:00AM November 16, 2015 III. Discussion of Going Dark Transaction Mr. Evans discussed the progress of the exploration of the poten

May 17, 2016 EX-99.13

Champion Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries Projected Consolidated Statements of Operations

Exhibit 99.13 The following is the consolidated estimated (projected) results of operations of the Company’s 2016 fiscal year as presented to Chaffe and Associates for the valuation of the Company’s common stock. The information disclosed below is in a summarized and consolidated format that is similar to the format in which the Company reports financial information to the public and its sharehold

May 17, 2016 SC 13E3/A

CHMP / Champion Industries, Inc. / CHAMPION INDUSTRIES INC - CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. SCHEDULE 13E3

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13E-3 (Amendment No. 2) RULE 13E-3 TRANSACTION STATEMENT (PURSUANT TO SECTION 13(e) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934) Champion Industries, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Champion Industries, Inc. Joined by: Marshall T. Reynolds, Harrah and Reynolds Corporation, Glenn W. Wilcox, Sr., Phillip E. Cline, Neal W. Scaggs, Loui

May 17, 2016 EX-99.12

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART TWO - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR BOTH 1:200 REVERSE ST

Exhibit 99.12 EXHIBIT B TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART TWO - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR BOTH 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AMENDMENT AND THE PREFERRED SHARES AMENDMENT] 1 FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF CH

May 17, 2016 EX-99.5

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Exhibit 99.5 The following is the draft valuation of the Company's common stock as it was presented to the Special Committee at its January 4, 2016 meeting. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19

May 17, 2016 EX-99.8

Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:30 A.M. January 11, 2016

Exhibit 99.8 The following is the material presented to the Special Committee at its third and fourth meetings discussing and quantifying the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:30 A.M. January 11, 2016 AGENDA I. Call to Order..................................................................

May 17, 2016 EX-99.6

Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:30 A.M. January 4, 2016

Exhibit 99.6 The following is the material presented to the Special Committee at its second meeting discussing and quantifying the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:30 A.M. January 4, 2016 AGENDA I. Call to Order..............................................................................

April 6, 2016 PRER14A

Champion Industries REVISED PRELIMINARY PROXY STATEMENT

preproxy16.htm SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by R

April 6, 2016 EX-99.11

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART ONE - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR 1:200 REVERSE STOCK S

Exhibit 99.11 EXHIBIT B TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART ONE - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT ONLY] 1 FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Pursuant to the provi

April 6, 2016 EX-99.5

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Exhibit 99.5 The following is the draft valuation of the Company's common stock as it was presented to the Special Committee at its January 4, 2016 meeting. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19

April 6, 2016 EX-99.8

Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:30 A.M. January 11, 2016

EX-99.8 9 exhibit998.htm SPECIAL COMMITTEE MEETING #3 AND #4 MATERIAL AND MINUTES Exhibit 99.8 The following is the material presented to the Special Committee at its third and fourth meetings discussing and quantifying the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:30 A.M. January 11, 2016 AGENDA

April 6, 2016 EX-99.1

CONFIDENTIAL/PRIVILEGED EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Exhibit 99.1 The following is the initial memorandum to the Board of Directors from the Company’s legal counsel disclosing the mechanics of a potential “going dark” transaction. 1 To: Justin T. Evans, Chief Financial Officer, Champion Industries, Inc. (the “Company”) From: Bowles Rice LLP (Roger D. Hunter) Date: September 18, 2015 Subject: Possible Reverse Stock Split with Cash Purchase of All Res

April 6, 2016 EX-99.10

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS

Exhibit 99.10 EXHIBIT A TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS 1 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. SPECIAL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS AND SUPPORTING RATIONALE SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS TO FULL BOARD OF DIRECTORS 1:200 Reverse Stock Split for Company Class A Common Stock.

April 6, 2016 EX-99.7

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Exhibit 99.7 The following is the updated draft valuation of the Company's common stock as it was presented to the Special Committee at its January 11, 2016 meeting. Although it was a draft, Chaffe had indicated the numbers were final and the final report would contain the same numbers and results (although the final report would contain more narrative discussing the numbers and the calculations).

April 6, 2016 EX-99.2

Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:00 A.M. October 5, 2015

Exhibit 99.2 The following is the material presented to the Special Committee at its inaugural meeting discussing and quantifying the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:00 A.M. October 5, 2015 AGENDA I. Call To Order...........................................................................

April 6, 2016 EX-99.3

CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Board of Directors Meeting Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington – 9:00AM November 16, 2015

EX-99.3 4 exhibi993.htm BOARD MINUTES DISCLOSING BOARD UPDATE NOVEMBER 2015 Exhibit 99.3 The following is an excerpt of the minutes presented to the Company’s Board of Directors updating the Board on the progress of the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Board of Directors Meeting Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington – 9:00AM November 16, 2015 III. Discussion of Going Dark

April 6, 2016 EX-99.9

CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. RESOLUTIONS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT FOR THE COMPANY’S CLASS A COMMON STOCK AND SUBSEQUENT SEC DEREGISTRATION OF THE COMPANY AND SUCH COMMON STOCK

EX-99.9 10 exhibit999.htm BOARD RESOLUTION APPROVING TRANSACTION EXHIBIT 99.9 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. RESOLUTIONS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT FOR THE COMPANY’S CLASS A COMMON STOCK AND SUBSEQUENT SEC DEREGISTRATION OF THE COMPANY AND SUCH COMMON STOCK WHEREAS, the Board of Directors (the "Board") of Champion Industries, Inc. (the "Company") at its regular mont

April 6, 2016 SC 13E3/A

CHMP / Champion Industries, Inc. / CHAMPION INDUSTRIES INC - CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. SCHEDULE 13E3

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13E-3 (Amendment No. 1) RULE 13E-3 TRANSACTION STATEMENT (PURSUANT TO SECTION 13(e) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934) Champion Industries, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Champion Industries, Inc. (Name of Person(s) Filing Statement) CLASS A COMMON STOCK, $1.00 PAR VALUE (Title of Class of Securities) 158520106 (Respectiv

April 6, 2016 EX-99.6

Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:30 A.M. January 4, 2016

Exhibit 99.6 The following is the material presented to the Special Committee at its second meeting discussing and quantifying the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:30 A.M. January 4, 2016 AGENDA I. Call to Order..............................................................................

April 6, 2016 EX-99.13

Champion Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries Projected Consolidated Statements of Operations

EX-99.13 14 exhibit9913.htm FISCAL 2016 CONSOLIDATED PROJECTIONS Exhibit 99.13 The following is the consolidated estimated (projected) results of operations of the Company’s 2016 fiscal year as presented to Chaffe and Associates for the valuation of the Company’s common stock. The information disclosed below is in a summarized and consolidated format that is similar to the format in which the Comp

April 6, 2016 EX-99.4

CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Board of Directors Meeting Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington – 9:00AM December 21, 2015

EX-99.4 5 exhibit994.htm BOARD MINUTES DISCLOSING BOARD UPDATE DECEMBER 2015 Exhibit 99.4 The following is an excerpt of the minutes presented to the Company’s Board of Directors updating the Board on the progress of the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Board of Directors Meeting Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington – 9:00AM December 21, 2015 III. Discussion of Going Dark

April 6, 2016 EX-99.12

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART TWO - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR BOTH 1:200 REVERSE ST

Exhibit 99.12 EXHIBIT B TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART TWO - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR BOTH 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AMENDMENT AND THE PREFERRED SHARES AMENDMENT] 1 FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF CH

April 4, 2016 EX-99.4

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART TWO - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR BOTH 1:200 REVERSE ST

EX-99.4 5 exhibit994.htm EXHIBIT B PART 2 (BOTH REVERSE SPLIT AND PREFERRED PROPOSED ARTICLE AMENDMENTS) Exhibit 99.4 EXHIBIT B TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART TWO - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR BOTH 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AMENDMENT AN

April 4, 2016 EX-99.2

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS

EX-99.2 3 exhibit992.htm EXHIBIT A TO THE BOARD RESOLUTION Exhibit 99.2 EXHIBIT A TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS 1 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. SPECIAL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS AND SUPPORTING RATIONALE SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS TO FULL BOARD OF DIRECTORS 1:

April 4, 2016 SC 13D/A

CHMP / Champion Industries, Inc. / CHAMPION INDUSTRIES INC - CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. SCHEDULE 13-D Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2) Champion Industries, Inc. (Name of Issuer) $1.00 Par Value Class A Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 158520106 (CUSIP Number) Justin T. Evans Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer 2450 First Avenue P.O. Box 2968 Huntington, West Vi

April 4, 2016 EX-99.3

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART ONE - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR 1:200 REVERSE STOCK S

Exhibit 99.3 EXHIBIT B TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART ONE - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT ONLY] 1 FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Pursuant to the provis

April 4, 2016 EX-99.1

CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. RESOLUTIONS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT FOR THE COMPANY’S CLASS A COMMON STOCK AND SUBSEQUENT SEC DEREGISTRATION OF THE COMPANY AND SUCH COMMON STOCK

EX-99.1 2 exhibit991.htm BOARD RESOLUTION APPROVING TRANSACTION EXHIBIT 99.1 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. RESOLUTIONS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT FOR THE COMPANY’S CLASS A COMMON STOCK AND SUBSEQUENT SEC DEREGISTRATION OF THE COMPANY AND SUCH COMMON STOCK WHEREAS, the Board of Directors (the "Board") of Champion Industries, Inc. (the "Company") at its regular month

April 1, 2016 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

e8k.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) March 21, 2016 Champion Industries, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) West Virginia (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 000-21084 55-0717455

March 16, 2016 10-Q

Champion Industries FORM 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

10-Q 1 form10q12016.htm FORM 10-Q UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended January 31, 2016 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No.

March 7, 2016 DEFR14A

Champion Industries REVISED DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT

proxy15.htm SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule

March 4, 2016 CORRESP

Champion Industries ESP

secletter1.htm March 4, 2016 Attention: John Dana Brown, Esq., Attorney Advisor Donald E. Field, Esq., Attorney-Advisor Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 RE: Champion Industries, Inc. Definitive Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A Filed March 1, 2016 File No. 000-21084 Gentlemen: Reference is made to the letter from staff (?Staff?) signed by John Dana Brown, Esq.

March 2, 2016 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

8-K 1 e8k.htm FORM-8K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) March 1, 2016 Champion Industries, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) West Virginia (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 000-2108

March 1, 2016 DEF 14A

Champion Industries DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT

proxy15.htm SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule

February 12, 2016 SC 13E1/A

CHMP / Champion Industries, Inc. / CHAMPION INDUSTRIES INC - CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. SCHEDULE 13E3

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13E-3 RULE 13E-3 TRANSACTION STATEMENT (PURSUANT TO SECTION 13(e) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934) Champion Industries, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Champion Industries, Inc. (Name of Person(s) Filing Statement) CLASS A COMMON STOCK, $1.00 PAR VALUE (Title of Class of Securities) 158520106 (Respective CUSIP Numbers of

February 12, 2016 EX-99.1

CONFIDENTIAL/PRIVILEGED EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Exhibit 99.1 The following is the initial memorandum to the Board of Directors from the Company’s legal counsel disclosing the mechanics of a potential “going dark” transaction. 1 To: Justin T. Evans, Chief Financial Officer, Champion Industries, Inc. (the “Company”) From: Bowles Rice LLP (Roger D. Hunter) Date: September 18, 2015 Subject: Possible Reverse Stock Split with Cash Purchase of All Res

February 12, 2016 EX-99.12

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART TWO - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR BOTH 1:200 REVERSE ST

EX-99.12 13 exhibit9912.htm EXHIBIT B TO THE BOARD RESOLUTION PART 2 (BOTH REVERSE SPLIT AND PREFERRED PROPOSED ARTICLE AMENDMENTS) Exhibit 99.12 EXHIBIT B TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART TWO - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR BOTH 1:200 REVE

February 12, 2016 EX-99.13

Champion Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries Projected Consolidated Statements of Operations

Exhibit 99.13 The following is the consolidated estimated (projected) results of operations of the Company’s 2016 fiscal year as presented to Chaffe and Associates for the valuation of the Company’s common stock. The information disclosed below is in a summarized and consolidated format that is similar to the format in which the Company reports financial information to the public and its sharehold

February 12, 2016 EX-99.9

CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. RESOLUTIONS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT FOR THE COMPANY’S CLASS A COMMON STOCK AND SUBSEQUENT SEC DEREGISTRATION OF THE COMPANY AND SUCH COMMON STOCK

EXHIBIT 99.9 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. RESOLUTIONS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT FOR THE COMPANY’S CLASS A COMMON STOCK AND SUBSEQUENT SEC DEREGISTRATION OF THE COMPANY AND SUCH COMMON STOCK WHEREAS, the Board of Directors (the "Board") of Champion Industries, Inc. (the "Company") at its regular monthly meeting on September 21, 2015, established a Special Committe

February 12, 2016 EX-99.7

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Exhibit 99.7 The following is the updated draft valuation of the Company's common stock as it was presented to the Special Committee at its January 11, 2016 meeting. Although it was a draft, Chaffe had indicated the numbers were final and the final report would contain the same numbers and results (although the final report would contain more narrative discussing the numbers and the calculations).

February 12, 2016 EX-99.7

1

Exhibit 99.7 The following is the updated draft valuation of the Company's common stock as it was presented to the Special Committee at its January 11, 2016 meeting. Although it was a draft, Chaffe had indicated the numbers were final and the final report would contain the same numbers and results (although the final report would contain more narrative discussing the numbers and the calculations).

February 12, 2016 EX-99.12

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART TWO - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR BOTH 1:200 REVERSE ST

Exhibit 99.12 EXHIBIT B TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART TWO - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR BOTH 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AMENDMENT AND THE PREFERRED SHARES AMENDMENT] 1 FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF CH

February 12, 2016 EX-99.10

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS

Exhibit 99.10 EXHIBIT A TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS 1 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. SPECIAL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS AND SUPPORTING RATIONALE SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS TO FULL BOARD OF DIRECTORS 1:200 Reverse Stock Split for Company Class A Common Stock.

February 12, 2016 SC 13E3

CHMP / Champion Industries, Inc. / CHAMPION INDUSTRIES INC - CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. SCHEDULE 13E3

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13E-3 RULE 13E-3 TRANSACTION STATEMENT (PURSUANT TO SECTION 13(e) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934) Champion Industries, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Champion Industries, Inc. (Name of Person(s) Filing Statement) CLASS A COMMON STOCK, $1.00 PAR VALUE (Title of Class of Securities) 158520106 (Respective CUSIP Numbers of

February 12, 2016 EX-99.4

CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Board of Directors Meeting Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington – 9:00AM December 21, 2015

EX-99.4 5 exhibit994.htm BOARD MINUTES DISCLOSING BOARD UPDATE DECEMBER 2015 Exhibit 99.4 The following is an excerpt of the minutes presented to the Company’s Board of Directors updating the Board on the progress of the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Board of Directors Meeting Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington – 9:00AM December 21, 2015 III. Discussion of Going Dark

February 12, 2016 EX-99.3

CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Board of Directors Meeting Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington – 9:00AM November 16, 2015

EX-99.3 4 exhibi993.htm BOARD MINUTES DISCLOSING BOARD UPDATE NOVEMBER 2015 Exhibit 99.3 The following is an excerpt of the minutes presented to the Company’s Board of Directors updating the Board on the progress of the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Board of Directors Meeting Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington – 9:00AM November 16, 2015 III. Discussion of Going Dark

February 12, 2016 EX-99.11

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART ONE - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR 1:200 REVERSE STOCK S

Exhibit 99.11 EXHIBIT B TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART ONE - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT ONLY] 1 FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Pursuant to the provi

February 12, 2016 EX-99.13

Champion Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries Projected Consolidated Statements of Operations

EX-99.13 14 exhibit9913.htm FISCAL 2016 CONSOLIDATED PROJECTIONS Exhibit 99.13 The following is the consolidated estimated (projected) results of operations of the Company’s 2016 fiscal year as presented to Chaffe and Associates for the valuation of the Company’s common stock. The information disclosed below is in a summarized and consolidated format that is similar to the format in which the Comp

February 12, 2016 PRE 14A

Champion Industries PRELIMINARY PROXY STATEMENT

preproxy15.htm SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Ru

February 12, 2016 EX-99.11

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART ONE - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR 1:200 REVERSE STOCK S

EX-99.11 12 exhibit9911.htm EXHIBIT B TO THE BOARD RESOLUTION PART 1 (PROPOSED REVERSE SPLIT ARTICLE AMENDMENT ONLY) Exhibit 99.11 EXHIBIT B TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART ONE - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT ONLY

February 12, 2016 EX-99.8

Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:30 A.M. January 11, 2016

Exhibit 99.8 The following is the material presented to the Special Committee at its third and fourth meetings discussing and quantifying the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:30 A.M. January 11, 2016 AGENDA I. Call to Order..................................................................

February 12, 2016 EX-99.6

Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:30 A.M. January 4, 2016

Exhibit 99.6 The following is the material presented to the Special Committee at its second meeting discussing and quantifying the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:30 A.M. January 4, 2016 AGENDA I. Call to Order..............................................................................

February 12, 2016 EX-99.9

CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. RESOLUTIONS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT FOR THE COMPANY’S CLASS A COMMON STOCK AND SUBSEQUENT SEC DEREGISTRATION OF THE COMPANY AND SUCH COMMON STOCK

EXHIBIT 99.9 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. RESOLUTIONS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT FOR THE COMPANY’S CLASS A COMMON STOCK AND SUBSEQUENT SEC DEREGISTRATION OF THE COMPANY AND SUCH COMMON STOCK WHEREAS, the Board of Directors (the "Board") of Champion Industries, Inc. (the "Company") at its regular monthly meeting on September 21, 2015, established a Special Committe

February 12, 2016 EX-99.3

CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Board of Directors Meeting Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington – 9:00AM November 16, 2015

Exhibit 99.3 The following is an excerpt of the minutes presented to the Company’s Board of Directors updating the Board on the progress of the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Board of Directors Meeting Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington – 9:00AM November 16, 2015 III. Discussion of Going Dark Transaction Mr. Evans discussed the progress of the exploration of the poten

February 12, 2016 EX-99.10

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS

EX-99.10 11 exhibit9910.htm EXHIBIT A TO THE BOARD RESOLUTION Exhibit 99.10 EXHIBIT A TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS 1 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. SPECIAL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS AND SUPPORTING RATIONALE SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS TO FULL BOARD OF DIRECTOR

February 12, 2016 EX-99.2

Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:00 A.M. October 5, 2015

EX-99.2 3 exhibit992.htm SPECIAL COMMITTEE MEETING #1 MATERIAL, MINUTES AND BOARD MINUTES Exhibit 99.2 The following is the material presented to the Special Committee at its inaugural meeting discussing and quantifying the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:00 A.M. October 5, 2015 AGENDA I

February 12, 2016 EX-99.5

1

Exhibit 99.5 The following is the draft valuation of the Company's common stock as it was presented to the Special Committee at its January 4, 2016 meeting. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19

February 12, 2016 EX-99.8

Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:30 A.M. January 11, 2016

EX-99.8 9 exhibit998.htm SPECIAL COMMITTEE MEETING #3 AND #4 MATERIAL AND MINUTES Exhibit 99.8 The following is the material presented to the Special Committee at its third and fourth meetings discussing and quantifying the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:30 A.M. January 11, 2016 AGENDA

February 12, 2016 EX-99.6

Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:30 A.M. January 4, 2016

Exhibit 99.6 The following is the material presented to the Special Committee at its second meeting discussing and quantifying the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:30 A.M. January 4, 2016 AGENDA I. Call to Order..............................................................................

February 12, 2016 EX-99.4

CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Board of Directors Meeting Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington – 9:00AM December 21, 2015

EX-99.4 5 exhibit994.htm BOARD MINUTES DISCLOSING BOARD UPDATE DECEMBER 2015 Exhibit 99.4 The following is an excerpt of the minutes presented to the Company’s Board of Directors updating the Board on the progress of the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Board of Directors Meeting Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington – 9:00AM December 21, 2015 III. Discussion of Going Dark

February 12, 2016 EX-99.1

CONFIDENTIAL/PRIVILEGED EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Exhibit 99.1 The following is the initial memorandum to the Board of Directors from the Company’s legal counsel disclosing the mechanics of a potential “going dark” transaction. 1 To: Justin T. Evans, Chief Financial Officer, Champion Industries, Inc. (the “Company”) From: Bowles Rice LLP (Roger D. Hunter) Date: September 18, 2015 Subject: Possible Reverse Stock Split with Cash Purchase of All Res

February 12, 2016 EX-99.2

Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:00 A.M. October 5, 2015

Exhibit 99.2 The following is the material presented to the Special Committee at its inaugural meeting discussing and quantifying the potential “going dark” transaction. 1 Special Committee of the Board of Directors Meeting Champion Industries Headquarters, Huntington, WV – 10:00 A.M. October 5, 2015 AGENDA I. Call To Order...........................................................................

February 12, 2016 EX-99.5

1

EX-99.5 6 exhibit995.htm CHAFFE AND ASSOCIATES DRAFT VALUATION #1 Exhibit 99.5 The following is the draft valuation of the Company's common stock as it was presented to the Special Committee at its January 4, 2016 meeting. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19

February 5, 2016 EX-99.2

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS

EX-99.2 3 exhibit992.htm EXHIBIT A TO THE BOARD RESOLUTION Exhibit 99.2 EXHIBIT A TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS 1 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. SPECIAL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS AND SUPPORTING RATIONALE SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS TO FULL BOARD OF DIRECTORS 1:

February 5, 2016 SC 13D/A

CHMP / Champion Industries, Inc. / CHAMPION INDUSTRIES INC - CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. SCHEDULE 13-D Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) Champion Industries, Inc. (Name of Issuer) $1.00 Par Value Class A Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 158520106 (CUSIP Number) Justin T. Evans Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer 2450 First Avenue P.O. Box 2968 Huntington, West Vi

February 5, 2016 EX-99.3

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART ONE - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR 1:200 REVERSE STOCK S

Exhibit 99.3 EXHIBIT B TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART ONE - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT ONLY] 1 FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Pursuant to the provis

February 5, 2016 EX-99.4

TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART TWO - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR BOTH 1:200 REVERSE ST

Exhibit 99.4 EXHIBIT B TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. ON JANUARY 18, 2015 AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS [PART TWO - SHOWING FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT FOR BOTH 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT AMENDMENT AND THE PREFERRED SHARES AMENDMENT] 1 FORM OF ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF CHA

February 5, 2016 EX-99.1

CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. RESOLUTIONS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT FOR THE COMPANY’S CLASS A COMMON STOCK AND SUBSEQUENT SEC DEREGISTRATION OF THE COMPANY AND SUCH COMMON STOCK

EXHIBIT 99.1 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. RESOLUTIONS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT FOR THE COMPANY’S CLASS A COMMON STOCK AND SUBSEQUENT SEC DEREGISTRATION OF THE COMPANY AND SUCH COMMON STOCK WHEREAS, the Board of Directors (the "Board") of Champion Industries, Inc. (the "Company") at its regular monthly meeting on September 21, 2015, established a Special Committe

February 4, 2016 8-K/A

Other Events

form8-ka.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K/A CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (Amendment No. 1) Date of Report (date of earliest event reported) January 18, 2016 Champion Industries, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) West Virginia (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorpora

January 29, 2016 10-K

CHMP / Champion Industries, Inc. 10-K - Annual Report - FISCAL YEAR END OCTOBER 31, 2015 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-K x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Fiscal Year Ended October 31, 2015 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File No.

January 29, 2016 EX-21

SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT

EX-21 7 exhibit21.htm SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT EXHIBIT 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The Registrant, Champion Industries, Inc., a West Virginia corporation, does business under the trade name "Chapman Printing Company". Its wholly owned subsidiaries are: 1. The Chapman Printing Company, Inc., a West Virginia corporation. 2. Stationers, Inc., a West Virginia corporation (doing business in

January 29, 2016 EX-10.2

[FIFTH THIRD BANK LETTERHEAD] May 31, 2013

EX-10.2 6 exhibit102.htm SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT MAY 31, 2013 EXHIBIT 10.2 [FIFTH THIRD BANK LETTERHEAD] May 31, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc. Attn: Mr. Todd Fry 2450 First Avenue Huntington, West Virginia 25728 Re: Credit Facilities Extended to Champion Industries, Inc. (the “Borrower”) Ladies and Gentlemen: Reference is hereby made to that certain First Amended and Restated Credit Agreement dated

January 25, 2016 SC 13D

CHMP / Champion Industries, Inc. / CHAMPION INDUSTRIES INC - CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. SCHEDULE 13-D Activist Investment

SC 13D 1 sc13d.htm CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. SCHEDULE 13-D UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Champion Industries, Inc. (Name of Issuer) $1.00 Par Value Class A Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 158520106 (CUSIP Number) Justin T. Evans Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer 2450 First A

January 25, 2016 EX-99.1

CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. RESOLUTIONS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT FOR THE COMPANY’S CLASS A COMMON STOCK AND SUBSEQUENT SEC DEREGISTRATION OF THE COMPANY AND SUCH COMMON STOCK

EXHIBIT 99.1 CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. RESOLUTIONS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUTHORIZING 1:200 REVERSE STOCK SPLIT FOR THE COMPANY’S CLASS A COMMON STOCK AND SUBSEQUENT SEC DEREGISTRATION OF THE COMPANY AND SUCH COMMON STOCK WHEREAS, the Board of Directors (the "Board") of Champion Industries, Inc. (the "Company") at its regular monthly meeting on September 21, 2015, established a Special Committe

January 20, 2016 8-K

Other Events

form8-k.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) January 18, 2016 Champion Industries, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) West Virginia (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 000-21084 55-07

January 20, 2016 8-K

Other Events

form8k.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) January 18, 2016 Champion Industries, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) West Virginia (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 000-21084 55-071

November 6, 2015 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

e8k.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) November 2, 2015 Champion Industries, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) West Virginia (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 000-21084 55-071745

September 14, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2015 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2015 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No.

September 4, 2015 EX-21

SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT

EXHIBIT 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The Registrant, Champion Industries, Inc.

September 4, 2015 EX-10.2

[FIFTH THIRD BANK LETTERHEAD] May 31, 2013

EXHIBIT 10.2 [FIFTH THIRD BANK LETTERHEAD] May 31, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc. Attn: Mr. Todd Fry 2450 First Avenue Huntington, West Virginia 25728 Re: Credit Facilities Extended to Champion Industries, Inc. (the ?Borrower?) Ladies and Gentlemen: Reference is hereby made to that certain First Amended and Restated Credit Agreement dated as of October 19, 2012 (as amended and otherwise modified f

September 4, 2015 10-K/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-K/A (Amendment No. 1)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-K/A (Amendment No.

September 4, 2015 EX-10.1

October 19, 2012

EX-10.1 2 exhibit101.htm SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT OCTOBER 19, 2012 EXHIBIT 10.1 October 19, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc. 2450 First Avenue Huntington, West Virginia 25728 Attention: Mr. Todd Fry Re:Credit Facilities Extended to Champion Industries, Inc. (the “Borrower”) Ladies and Gentlemen: Reference is hereby made to that certain First Amended and Restated Credit Agreement dated as of October 19,

September 1, 2015 CORRESP

Champion Industries ESP

secletter1.htm September 1, 2015 Lyn Shenk, Branch Chief United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 RE: Champion Industries, Inc. Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year Ended October 31, 2014 Filed January 29, 2015 File No. 000-21084 Dear Mr. Shenk: We are in receipt of your letter dated August 25, 2015 providing comments on the

June 15, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2015 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2015 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No.

May 12, 2015 EX-10.1

EXTENSION AGREEMENT

ex101.htm EXTENSION AGREEMENT 1. Identification of Note. This Agreement refers to the loan evidenced by a promissory note identified as Term Note A, dated October 7, 2013, in the original principal amount of $10,000,000.00 ("Note"), executed by Champion Industries, Inc., a West Virginia corporation (by its duly authorized officer)("Maker"), and guaranteed by, inter alia, Marshall T. Reynolds ("Gua

May 12, 2015 8-K

Champion Industries FORM-8K (Current Report/Significant Event)

e8k.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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 29, 2015 Champion Industries, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) West Virginia (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 000-21084 55-0717455

March 18, 2015 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

8-K 1 e8k.htm FORM-8K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) March 16, 2015 Champion Industries, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) West Virginia (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 000-210

March 17, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended January 31, 2015 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended January 31, 2015 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No.

February 13, 2015 DEF 14A

CHMP / Champion Industries, Inc. DEF 14A - - DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

January 29, 2015 EX-10.2

[FIFTH THIRD BANK LETTERHEAD] May 31, 2013

EXHIBIT 10.2 [FIFTH THIRD BANK LETTERHEAD] May 31, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc. Attn: Mr. Todd Fry 2450 First Avenue Huntington, West Virginia 25728 Re: Credit Facilities Extended to Champion Industries, Inc. (the ?Borrower?) Ladies and Gentlemen: Reference is hereby made to that certain First Amended and Restated Credit Agreement dated as of October 19, 2012 (as amended and otherwise modified f

January 29, 2015 EX-21

SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT

EXHIBIT 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The Registrant, Champion Industries, Inc.

January 29, 2015 EX-10.1

October 19, 2012

EX-10.1 3 exhibit101.htm SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT OCTOBER 19, 2012 EXHIBIT 10.1 October 19, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc. 2450 First Avenue Huntington, West Virginia 25728 Attention: Mr. Todd Fry Re:Credit Facilities Extended to Champion Industries, Inc. (the “Borrower”) Ladies and Gentlemen: Reference is hereby made to that certain First Amended and Restated Credit Agreement dated as of October 19,

January 29, 2015 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-K x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Fiscal Year Ended October 31, 2014 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File No.

September 15, 2014 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2014 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2014 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No.

June 13, 2014 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2014 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2014 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No.

April 28, 2014 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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 28, 2014 Champion Industries, Inc.

April 28, 2014 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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 28, 2014 Champion Industries, Inc.

March 18, 2014 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) March 17, 2014 Champion Industries, Inc.

March 14, 2014 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended January 31, 2014 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended January 31, 2014 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No.

March 14, 2014 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) March 14, 2014 Champion Industries, Inc.

March 14, 2014 EX-99.1

CHAMPION ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR FIRST QUARTER 2014

EX-99.1 2 exhibit99.htm PRESS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 CHAMPION ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR FIRST QUARTER 2014 Huntington, WV- - Champion Industries, Inc. (OTCQB/CHMP) today announced a net loss from continuing operations of $(630,000) or $(0.06) per share on a basic and diluted basis for the quarter ended January 31, 2014 compared to a net loss from continuing operations of $(3.5) million or $(0.31) per sh

February 14, 2014 DEF 14A

- DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

February 10, 2014 SC 13G/A

CHMP / Champion Industries, Inc. / DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 6)* CHAMPION INDUSTRIES INC/WV (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 158520106 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2013 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which t

January 30, 2014 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) January 30, 2014 Champion Industries, Inc.

January 29, 2014 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) January 29, 2014 Champion Industries, Inc.

January 29, 2014 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-K x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Fiscal Year Ended October 31, 2013 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File No.

January 29, 2014 EX-10.1

October 19, 2012

EXHIBIT 10.1 October 19, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc. 2450 First Avenue Huntington, West Virginia 25728 Attention: Mr. Todd Fry Re:Credit Facilities Extended to Champion Industries, Inc. (the ?Borrower?) Ladies and Gentlemen: Reference is hereby made to that certain First Amended and Restated Credit Agreement dated as of October 19, 2012 (as amended and otherwise modified from time to time, the

January 29, 2014 EX-99.1

Champion Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries Summary Financial Information (Unaudited)

Exhibit 99.1 CHAMPION ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR 2013 AND FOURTH QUARTER Huntington, WV- - Champion Industries, Inc. (OTCQB/CHMP) today announced fourth quarter 2013 net income from continuing operations of $11.2 million or $0.99 per share on a basic and $0.69 per share on a diluted basis compared to a net loss from continuing operations of $(0.7) million or $(0.06) per share on a basic and diluted bas

January 29, 2014 EX-10.2

[FIFTH THIRD BANK LETTERHEAD] May 31, 2013

EXHIBIT 10.2 [FIFTH THIRD BANK LETTERHEAD] May 31, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc. Attn: Mr. Todd Fry 2450 First Avenue Huntington, West Virginia 25728 Re: Credit Facilities Extended to Champion Industries, Inc. (the “Borrower”) Ladies and Gentlemen: Reference is hereby made to that certain First Amended and Restated Credit Agreement dated as of October 19, 2012 (as amended and otherwise modified f

January 29, 2014 EX-21

SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT

EXHIBIT 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The Registrant, Champion Industries, Inc.

October 8, 2013 EX-10.3

GUARANTY AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT 10.3 GUARANTY AGREEMENT IN CONSIDERATION of a loan by BIG 4 INVESTMENTS, LLC, a Louisiana limited liability company (hereinafter "Lender") to CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC., a West Virginia corporation (hereinafter "Borrower") in the principal amount of Ten Million Dollars ($10,000,000), together with interest thereon evidenced by Borrower's Term Note A (hereinafter "Note") dated October 7, 201

October 8, 2013 EX-10.1

THIRD AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT among CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC., a West Virginia corporation, as Borrower VARIOUS BORROWER SUBSIDIARIES, as Guarantors MARSHALL T. REYNOLDS, as Shareholder BIG 4 INVESTMENTS, LLC, Lender and BIG 4 INVESTMEN

EXHIBIT 10.1 THIRD AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT among CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC., a West Virginia corporation, as Borrower VARIOUS BORROWER SUBSIDIARIES, as Guarantors MARSHALL T. REYNOLDS, as Shareholder BIG 4 INVESTMENTS, LLC, Lender and BIG 4 INVESTMENTS, LLC, as Administrative Agent Dated as of October 7, 2013 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Heading Page Section 1. Definitions; Interpretatio

October 8, 2013 EX-10.4

STOCK PLEDGE AND SECURITY AGREEMENT

EX-10.4 5 ex104.htm EXHIBIT 10.4 EXHIBIT 10.4 STOCK PLEDGE AND SECURITY AGREEMENT On this 7th day of October, 2013, each of MARSHALL T. REYNOLDS, a West Virginia resident (hereinafter referred to as "Debtor") whose mailing address is P.O. Box 4040, Huntington, West Virginia 25729, DOUGLAS V. REYNOLDS, a West Virginia resident (hereinafter referred to as an “Hypothecator” and collectively as “Hypot

October 8, 2013 EX-10.2

TERM NOTE A

EX-10.2 3 ex102.htm EXHIBIT 10.2 EXHIBIT 10.2 TERM NOTE A Dated: October 7, 2013 Amount: $10,000,000.00 FOR VALUE RECEIVED, receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, the undersigned Champion Industries, Inc., a West Virginia corporation (the “Borrower”) promises to pay to the order of Big 4 Investments, LLC, a Louisiana limited liability company (hereinafter referred to as the “Successor Lender”) T

October 8, 2013 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) October 7, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc.

October 8, 2013 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) October 3, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc.

October 4, 2013 8-K

Triggering Events That Accelerate or Increase a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) October 1, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc.

September 13, 2013 EX-99.1

CHAMPION ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR THIRD QUARTER AND YEAR TO DATE 2013

EXHIBIT 99.1 CHAMPION ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR THIRD QUARTER AND YEAR TO DATE 2013 Huntington, WV- - Champion Industries, Inc. (OTCQB/CHMP) today announced a third quarter 2013 net loss from continuing operations of $(1.3) million or $(0.12) per share on a basic and diluted basis compared to a net loss from continuing operations of $(1.5) million or $(0.13) per share on a basic and diluted basis for

September 13, 2013 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2013 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2013 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No.

September 13, 2013 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) September 13, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc.

September 13, 2013 EX-10.1

ASSET PURCHASE AGREEMENT BRP COMPANY, INC. (a North Carolina corporation) 544 Haywood Rd, LLC (a North Carolina limited liability company) (the “Buyers”) BLUE RIDGE PRINTING CO., INC. (a North Carolina corporation) CHMP LEASING, INC. (a West Virginia

EX-10.1 2 exhibit101.htm EXHIBIT 10.1 ASSET PURCHASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN BRP COMPANY, INC. (a North Carolina corporation) and 544 Haywood Rd, LLC (a North Carolina limited liability company) (the “Buyers”) and BLUE RIDGE PRINTING CO., INC. (a North Carolina corporation) and CHMP LEASING, INC. (a West Virginia corporation) (collectively the “Seller”) and CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. (a West Virginia cor

September 13, 2013 EX-10.2

ASSET PURCHASE AGREEMENT by and among HD MEDIA COMPANY, LLC CHAMPION PUBLISHING, INC. CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Effective as of July 12, 2013 TABLE OF CONTENTS ARTICLE I. SALE OF ASSETS AND TERMS OF PAYMENT 1 1.1 Transfer of Assets 1 1.2 Excluded Ass

ASSET PURCHASE AGREEMENT by and among HD MEDIA COMPANY, LLC CHAMPION PUBLISHING, INC.

September 4, 2013 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) August 29, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc.

September 4, 2013 EX-10.1

FIRST LIMITED FORBEARANCE AND WAIVER AGREEMENT AND SECOND AMENDMENT TO AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT 10.1 FIRST AMENDMENT TO FIRST LIMITED FORBEARANCE AND WAIVER AGREEMENT AND SECOND AMENDMENT TO AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT THIS FIRST AMENDMENT TO FIRST LIMITED FORBEARANCE AND WAIVER AGREEMENT AND SECOND AMENDMENT TO AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”), is made and entered into as of August 28, 2013 (the “Effective Date”), by and among Champion Industries, I

September 3, 2013 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) August 30, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc.

July 12, 2013 8-K

Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) July 12, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc.

June 26, 2013 8-K

Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) June 24, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc.

June 21, 2013 8-K

Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) June 18, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc.

June 14, 2013 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) June 14, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc.

June 14, 2013 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2013 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2013 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No.

June 14, 2013 EX-99.1

CHAMPION ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR SECOND QUARTER AND YEAR TO DATE 2013

EX-99.1 2 exhibit99.htm PRESS RELEASE EXHIBIT 99.1 CHAMPION ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR SECOND QUARTER AND YEAR TO DATE 2013 Huntington, WV- - Champion Industries, Inc. (OTCQB/CHMP) today announced a reduced second quarter 2013 net loss from continuing operations of $(0.7) million or $(0.06) per share on a basic and diluted basis when compared to a net loss from continuing operations of $(21.0) million

June 6, 2013 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) May 31, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc.

June 6, 2013 EX-10.1

Champion Industries, Inc. First Limited Forbearance and Waiver Agreement and First Amendment to Amended and Restated Credit Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.1 Champion Industries, Inc. First Limited Forbearance and Waiver Agreement and First Amendment to Amended and Restated Credit Agreement This First Limited Forbearance and Waiver Agreement and First Amendment to Amended and Restated Credit Agreement (this “Agreement”) is entered into as of May 31, 2013 (the “Effective Date”), by and among Champion Industries, Inc., a West Virginia corpor

June 6, 2013 EX-10.2

[FIFTH THIRD BANK LETTERHEAD] May 31, 2013

EX-10.2 3 exhibit102.htm LETTER AGREEMENT LETTER AGREEMENT DATED MAY 31, 2013 EXHIBIT 10.2 Specific Terms in this Exhibit have been redacted because confidential treatment for those terms has been requested. The redacted material has been separately filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, and the terms have been marked at the appropriate place with three asterisks [***] May 31, 2013 Let

June 6, 2013 EX-10.3

October 19, 2012

Specific Terms in this Exhibit have been redacted because confidential treatment for those terms has been requested.

May 3, 2013 8-K

Triggering Events That Accelerate or Increase a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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 30, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc.

April 8, 2013 EX-10.1

1285 SHARPS COVE ROAD ◊ GURLEY, AL 35748 ◊ TEL (401) 846-5990 ◊ FAX (401) 846-5989

EXHIBIT 10.1 April 4, 2013 Mr. Marshall T. Reynolds Chairman of the Board of Directors Champion Industries, Inc. 2450-90 First Avenue Huntington, WV 25728 Dear Mr. Reynolds: This letter is to confirm the terms of the proposed engagement of RAS Management Advisors, LLC (“RAS”) by Champion Industries, Inc. (“Champion” or the “Company”), to perform the tasks outlined below in conjunction with the Com

April 8, 2013 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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 8, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc.

March 26, 2013 8-K

Triggering Events That Accelerate or Increase a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) March 25, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc.

March 20, 2013 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) March 18, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc.

March 15, 2013 EX-99.1

CHAMPION ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR FIRST QUARTER 2013 AND CHARGES

Exhibit 99.1 CHAMPION ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR FIRST QUARTER 2013 AND CHARGES Huntington, WV- - Champion Industries, Inc. (OTCQB/CHMP) today announced a net loss from continuing operations of $(3.3) million or $(0.29) per share on a basic and diluted basis for the quarter ended January 31, 2013 compared to a net loss from continuing operations of $(83,000) or $(0.01) per share on a basic and diluted

March 15, 2013 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) March 15, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc.

March 15, 2013 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended January 31, 2013 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended January 31, 2013 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No.

March 12, 2013 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) March 11, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc.

February 15, 2013 DEF 14A

- DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

February 11, 2013 SC 13G/A

CHMP / Champion Industries, Inc. / DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 5)* CHAMPION INDUSTRIES INC/WV (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 158520106 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2012 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which t

January 29, 2013 EX-99.1

CHAMPION ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR 2012 AND FOURTH QUARTER AND CHARGES

Exhibit 99.1 CHAMPION ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR 2012 AND FOURTH QUARTER AND CHARGES Huntington, WV- - Champion Industries, Inc. (OTCQB/CHMP) today announced a net loss from continuing operations of $(23.5) million or $(2.09) per share on a basic and diluted basis for the year ended October 31, 2012 compared to a net loss from continuing operations of $(4.2) million or $(0.41) per share on a basic and

January 29, 2013 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) January 29, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc.

January 29, 2013 EX-3.2

ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC.

EXHIBIT 3.2 ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. The undersigned, acting as incorporator of a corporation under the West Virginia Corporation Act, adopts the following Articles of Incorporation for such corporation: 1. The name of the corporation is Champion Industries, Inc. 2. The period of the corporation?s duration is perpetual. 3. The purpose for which the corporation is orga

January 29, 2013 EX-10.2

ASSET PURCHASE AGREEMENT DONIHE GRAPHICS, INC. A TENNESSEE CORPORATION, SELLER AND THE MERTEN COMPANY, AN OHIO CORPORATION, SELLER TO GRAPHICS INTERNATIONAL, LLC, A NORTH CAROLINA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, BUYER NOVEMBER 30, 2012

EXHIBIT 10.2 ASSET PURCHASE AGREEMENT DONIHE GRAPHICS, INC. A TENNESSEE CORPORATION, SELLER AND THE MERTEN COMPANY, AN OHIO CORPORATION, SELLER TO GRAPHICS INTERNATIONAL, LLC, A NORTH CAROLINA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, BUYER NOVEMBER 30, 2012 {H0807897.2 } TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Page 1. Sale of Assets 1 2. Purchase Price 1 3. Closing Date and Place; Operations Post-Closing 3 4. Representations

January 29, 2013 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) January 29, 2013 Champion Industries, Inc.

January 29, 2013 EX-10.1

ASSET PURCHASE AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT 10.1 ASSET PURCHASE AGREEMENT THIS ASSET PURCHASE AGREEMENT is made as of this day of July, 2012, by and among Safeguard Acquisitions, Inc., a Texas corporation (“Buyer”), Interform Corporation, a Pennsylvania corporation (“Seller”) and Champion Industries, Inc., a West Virginia corporation (“Shareholder”), under the following circumstances: A. Seller owns and operates a division under the

January 29, 2013 EX-4.1

Warrant to Purchase Shares of Class B Common Stock Champion Industries, Inc. Void after October 19, 2017

EXHIBIT 4.1 Warrant to Purchase Shares of Class B Common Stock of Champion Industries, Inc. Void after October 19, 2017 This is to certify that, for value received and subject to the provisions hereinafter set forth, or assigns, is entitled to purchase from Champion Industries, Inc., a West Virginia corporation (the “Company”), at any time to and including 5 P.M. E.D.T. October 19, 2017 (the “Expi

January 29, 2013 EX-10.3

REAL ESTATE PURCHASE AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT 10.3 REAL ESTATE PURCHASE AGREEMENT THIS REAL ESTATE PURCHASE AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is executed as of the 4th day of December, 2012 (the “Agreement Date”), by and between DONIHE GRAPHICS, INC., a Tennessee corporation (the “Seller”) and GRAPHICS INTERNATIONAL, LLC, a North Carolina limited liability company (the “Buyer”). RECITALS: A. Seller is the owner in fee simple of unimproved r

January 29, 2013 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-K x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Fiscal Year Ended October 31, 2012 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File No.

January 29, 2013 EX-3.1

ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC.

EXHIBIT 3.1 ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT OF THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 31D-10-1003 of the West Virginia Business Corporation Act, the undersigned corporation adopts the following ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT to its Articles of Incorporation: 1. The name of the corporation is Champion Industries, Inc. 2. The following Amendment of the Articles

January 29, 2013 EX-21

SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT

EXHIBIT 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The Registrant, Champion Industries, Inc.

January 29, 2013 EX-99.1

CHAMPION ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR 2012 AND FOURTH QUARTER AND CHARGES

Exhibit 99.1 CHAMPION ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR 2012 AND FOURTH QUARTER AND CHARGES Huntington, WV- - Champion Industries, Inc. (OTCQB/CHMP) today announced a net loss from continuing operations of $(23.5) million or $(2.09) per share on a basic and diluted basis for the year ended October 31, 2012 compared to a net loss from continuing operations of $(4.2) million or $(0.41) per share on a basic and

December 17, 2012 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) December 17, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc.

December 11, 2012 8-K

Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) December 7, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc.

December 5, 2012 8-K

Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) December 4, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc.

November 16, 2012 DEF 14A

- DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

October 26, 2012 PRE 14A

- PRELIMINARY PROXY STATEMENT

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

October 25, 2012 EX-10.2

October 19, 2012

EX-10.2 3 ex102.htm EXHIBIT 10.2 Specific Terms in this Exhibit have been redacted because confidential treatment for those terms has been requested. The redacted material has been separately filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, and the terms have been marked at the appropriate place with three asterisks [***] October 19, 2012 Side Letter Agreement EXHIBIT 10.2 October 19, 2012 Champ

October 25, 2012 EX-10.1

FIRST AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT among CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC., a West Virginia corporation, as Borrower VARIOUS LENDERS FROM TIME TO TIME PARTY HERETO and FIFTH THIRD BANK, an Ohio banking corporation, as Administrative Agent and L/C Is

EXHIBIT 10.1 FIRST AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT among CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC., a West Virginia corporation, as Borrower VARIOUS LENDERS FROM TIME TO TIME PARTY HERETO and FIFTH THIRD BANK, an Ohio banking corporation, as Administrative Agent and L/C Issuer DATED AS OF OCTOBER 19, 2012 FIFTH THIRD BANK, as Lead Arranger and Sole Book Runner 3276467.01.17.B.doc 1976430 TABLE OF CONTENTS S

October 25, 2012 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) October 19, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc.

September 18, 2012 10-Q/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q/A Amendment No. 1 x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2012 OR o TRANSITION R

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q/A Amendment No.

September 17, 2012 EX-10.1

Champion Industries, Inc. Second Amended And Restated Limited Forbearance Agreement and Fifth Amendment to Credit Agreement

EXHIBIT 10.1 Champion Industries, Inc. Second Amended And Restated Limited Forbearance Agreement and Fifth Amendment to Credit Agreement This Second Amended and Restated Limited Forbearance Agreement and Fifth Amendment to Credit Agreement (herein, the “Agreement”) is entered into as of September 12, 2012, by and among Champion Industries, Inc. (the “Borrower”), Mr. Marshall Reynolds, individually

September 17, 2012 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) September 13, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc.

September 14, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) September 14, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc.

September 14, 2012 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2012 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2012 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No.

September 14, 2012 EX-99.1

CHAMPION REPORTS RESULTS FOR 3rd QTR. AND YEAR TO DATE 2012

EX-99.1 2 exhibit99.htm PRESS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 14, 2012 CHAMPION REPORTS RESULTS FOR 3rd QTR. AND YEAR TO DATE 2012 Huntington, WV- - Champion Industries, Inc. (OTCQB/CHMP) today announced a third quarter 2012 net loss from continuing operations of $(1.1) million or $(0.10) per share on a basic and diluted basis. This compares to net income from continuing opera

August 21, 2012 8-K

Triggering Events That Accelerate or Increase a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) August 20, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc.

July 31, 2012 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) July 31, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc.

July 31, 2012 EX-10.1

Champion Industries, Inc.

EXHIBIT 10.1 Champion Industries, Inc. First Amended And Restated Limited Forbearance Agreement and Fourth Amendment to Credit Agreement This First Amended and Restated Limited Forbearance Agreement and Fourth Amendment to Credit Agreement (herein, the “Agreement”) is entered into as of July 13, 2012, by and among Champion Industries, Inc. (the “Borrower”), Mr. Marshall Reynolds, individually (the

July 10, 2012 EX-99.1

CHAMPION COMMON STOCK TO MOVE TO OTC TRADING

EX-99.1 2 exhibit99.htm "CHAMPION COMMON STOCK TO MOVE TO OTC TRADING EXHIBIT 99.1 CHAMPION COMMON STOCK TO MOVE TO OTC TRADING Huntington, WV- - Champion Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ/CHMP) today announced its common stock is expected to begin trading on the OTCQB Marketplace under the symbol “CHMP” beginning Monday July 16, 2012. The OTCQB is a market tier for over-the-counter-traded companies that a

July 10, 2012 8-K

Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing, Financial Statements and Exhibits - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) July 5, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc.

July 9, 2012 8-K

Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) July 2, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc.

June 19, 2012 8-K

Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) June 18, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc.

June 14, 2012 EX-99.1

CHAMPION REPORTS RESULTS FOR 2nd QTR. AND YEAR TO DATE 2012

EX-99.1 2 exhibit99.htm PRESS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 CHAMPION REPORTS RESULTS FOR 2nd QTR. AND YEAR TO DATE 2012 Huntington, WV- - Champion Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ/CHMP) today announced a second quarter 2012 net loss of $(21.0) million or $(1.86) per share on a basic and diluted basis. This compares to net income of $493,000 or $0.05 per share on a basic and diluted basis for the three months ended

June 14, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) June 14, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc.

June 14, 2012 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2012 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2012 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No.

June 8, 2012 8-K

Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) June 7, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc.

May 25, 2012 10-K/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-K/A Amendment No. 1

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-K/A Amendment No.

May 4, 2012 8-K

Triggering Events That Accelerate or Increase a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) May 2, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc.

May 1, 2012 CORRESP

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April 30, 2012 David R. Humphrey, Accounting Branch Chief United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 RE: Champion Industries, Inc. Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year Ended October 31, 2011 Filed January 30, 2012 File No. 000-21084 Dear Mr. Humphrey: We are in receipt of your letter dated April 17, 2012 providing comments on t

April 9, 2012 CORRESP

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April 9, 2012 David R. Humphrey, Accounting Branch Chief United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 RE: Champion Industries, Inc. Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year Ended October 31, 2011 Filed January 30, 2012 File No. 000-21084 Dear Mr. Humphrey: We are in receipt of your letter dated March 26, 2012 providing comments on th

March 19, 2012 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) March 19, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc.

March 12, 2012 EX-99.1

CHAMPION ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER RESULTS FOR 2012

Exhibit 99.1 CHAMPION ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER RESULTS FOR 2012 Huntington, WV- - Champion Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ/CHMP) today announced a first quarter 2012 net loss of $(86,000) or $(0.01) per share on a basic and diluted basis. This compares to net income of $73,000 or $0.01 per share on a basic and diluted basis for the three months ended January 31, 2011. Marshall T. Reynolds, Chairman of the

March 12, 2012 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended January 31, 2012 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended January 31, 2012 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No.

March 12, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) March 12, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc.

February 28, 2012 CORRESP

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February 28, 2012 David R. Humphrey, Accounting Branch Chief United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 RE: Champion Industries, Inc. Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year Ended October 31, 2011 Filed January 30, 2012 File No. 000-21084 Dear Mr. Humphrey: We are in receipt of your letter dated February 14, 2012 providing comment

February 17, 2012 DEF 14A

- DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

February 14, 2012 SC 13G/A

CHMP / Champion Industries, Inc. / DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 5)* CHAMPION INDUSTRIES INC/WV (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 158520106 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2011 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which t

February 3, 2012 PRE 14A

- PRELIMINARY PROXY STATEMENT

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

January 30, 2012 EX-99.1

CHAMPION ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR 2011 AND FOURTH QUARTER AND CHARGES

EX-99.1 2 exhibit99.htm PRESS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 CHAMPION ANNOUNCES RESULTS FOR 2011 AND FOURTH QUARTER AND CHARGES Huntington, WV- - Champion Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ/CHMP) today announced a net loss of $(4.0) million or $(0.38) per share on a basic and diluted basis for the year ended October 31, 2011 compared to net income of $0.5 million or $0.05 per share on a basic and diluted basis for th

January 30, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) January 30, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc.

January 30, 2012 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 10-K x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the Fiscal Year Ended October 31, 2011 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File No.

January 30, 2012 EX-21

SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT

EXHIBIT 21 SUBSIDIARIES OF THE REGISTRANT The Registrant, Champion Industries, Inc.

January 9, 2012 8-K

Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) January 5, 2012 Champion Industries, Inc.

January 3, 2012 EX-10.1

Champion Industries, Inc. Limited Forbearance Agreement and Third Amendment to Credit Agreement

EX-10.1 2 exhibit101.htm LIMITED FORBEARANCE AGREEMENT AND THIRD AMENDMENT TO CREDIT AGREEMENT DATED DECEMBER 28, 2011 AMONG CHAMPION INDUSTRIES, INC., ITS SUBSIDIARIES, MARSHALL REYNOLDS, LENDERS AND FIFTH THIRD BANK, AS LENDER, L/C ISSUER AND ADMINISTRATIVE AGENT FOR LENDERS. EXHIBIT 10.1 Champion Industries, Inc. Limited Forbearance Agreement and Third Amendment to Credit Agreement This Limited

January 3, 2012 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) December 28, 2011 Champion Industries, Inc.

January 3, 2012 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers - FORM-8K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) December 31, 2011 Champion Industries, Inc.

December 19, 2011 8-K

Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) December 14, 2011 Champion Industries, Inc.

December 15, 2011 8-K

Triggering Events That Accelerate or Increase a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) December 12, 2011 Champion Industries, Inc.

October 20, 2011 CORRESP

October 31,

October 20, 2011 David R. Humphrey, Accounting Branch Chief United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 RE: Champion Industries, Inc. Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year Ended October 31, 2010 Filed January 28, 2011 Form 10-Q for the Quarterly Period Ended July 31, 2011 Filed September 9, 2011 Definitive Proxy Statement on Sche

September 23, 2011 CORRESP

September 23, 2011

September 23, 2011 David R. Humphrey, Accounting Branch Chief United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 RE: Champion Industries, Inc. File No. 0-21084 Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year Ended October 31, 2010 Filed January 28, 2011 Definitive Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A Filed February 11, 2011 Dear Mr. Humphrey: We are i

September 9, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) September 9, 2011 Champion Industries, Inc.

September 9, 2011 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2011 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2011 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No.

September 9, 2011 EX-99.1

CHAMPION REPORTS RESULTS FOR 3rd QUARTER AND YEAR TO DATE 2011

Exhibit 99.1 CHAMPION REPORTS RESULTS FOR 3rd QUARTER AND YEAR TO DATE 2011 Huntington, WV- - Champion Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ/CHMP) today announced its first comparable quarterly increase in revenues since the start of the worldwide economic meltdown in 2008. The Company reported earnings for the third quarter of 2011 of $876,000, or $0.09 per share, compared to a loss of $(571,000), or $(0.06)

July 18, 2011 8-K

Termination of a Material Definitive Agreement, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) July 18, 2011 Champion Industries, Inc.

July 18, 2011 EX-10.1

EXCHANGE AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT 10.1 EXCHANGE AGREEMENT This Exchange Agreement is made this 18th day of July, 2011 by and between Champion Industries, Inc. (?Champion?), a West Virginia corporation, and Marshall T. Reynolds (?Reynolds?). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, Champion is the Maker of a Promissory Note dated December 29, 2009 in principal amount of Three Million Dollars ($3,000,000) payable to the order of Reynolds as Hol

June 14, 2011 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2011 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 10-Q x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2011 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No.

June 13, 2011 EX-99.1

Champion Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries Summary Financial Information (Unaudited)

Exhibit 99.1 CHAMPION REPORTS RESULTS FOR 2ND QTR. AND YEAR TO DATE 2011 Huntington, WV- - Champion Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ/CHMP) today announced earnings for the second quarter of 2011 of $493,000 or $0.05 per share compared to earnings of $333,000 or $0.03 per share for the same period in 2010. The improved results were reflective of lower interest expense for the quarter. Net income for the si

June 13, 2011 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) June 13, 2011 Champion Industries, Inc.

March 22, 2011 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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) March 21, 2011 Champion Industries, Inc.

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