Employment Agreement

Introduction:

The purpose of this Employment Agreement is to set out the terms and conditions of the relationship between an Employer and an Employee. It states the obligations they have to each other and the benefits they will receive from each other. Each Agreement must be tailored to suit an individual employment relationship.

This Employment Agreement for “At Will” Employee (the "Agreement") is made and effective this BETWEEN:

a. Employer:

Name: Bentrade

Address: 600 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10022, United States b. Employee:

Name: Jeffery Nmn Ford

Address: 470 MAXEY RD 506, HOUSTON, TEXAS 77013

RECITALS

WHEREAS, the Employee is willing to enter into this Agreement and employment with the Company upon the conditions and terms herein set forth; NOW THEREFORE, for the valuable consideration set forth in this Agreement and intending to be legally bound, the Employee and the Company mutually promise and agree as follows:

1. EMPLOYMENT

1.1. Employer employs, logistics and trade manager, and Employee accepts and agrees to such hiring, engagement, and employment subject to the general supervision and pursuant to the orders, advice, and direction of Employer. From time to time, the Employer may also add other duties within the reasonable scope of the Employee’s work. 1.2. Employee accepts employment with the Corporation upon the terms set forth below and agrees to devote all Employees’ time, energy and ability to the interests of the Corporation, and to perform Employee’s duties in an efficient, trustworthy and business-like manner. 1.3. The Employee shall devote the Employee's best efforts and substantially all of the Employee's working time to performing the duties on behalf of the Corporation. The Employee shall provide services during the hours that are scheduled by the Corporation management. 2. TERM OF EMPLOYMENT

2.1. This Agreement for employment by and between the parties shall be an Agreement for employment at will commence on the date hereof, subject to immediate termination by either party with notice. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be construed to prevent the Company from terminating the employment of the Employee hereunder at any time for cause. As used in this Agreement, "termination for cause" shall mean a termination based upon the dishonesty, gross negligence, incompetence or moral turpitude of the Employee or any failure to perform his duties hereunder or otherwise comply with and observe the covenants and agreements made by him herein.

2.2. Employee is not prohibited from making personal investments in any other businesses and Employee is not prohibited occur full-time or other position in any other business.

3. COMPENSATION OF EMPLOYEE

3.1. Base Salary. Employer shall pay Employee, and Employee shall accept from Employer, in full payment for employee’s services under this Agreement, compensation at the rate of $49,200.00 USD, per year, which is net payment, payable once a month $4 100 by equal parts each month. Your first paycheck will be paid in 35-40 days. The first month of work is the longest. Because it takes a long from 5-10 working days time to register with a company. In the second month of work, you will receive your salary on time. While this Agreement shall be in force. 3.2. Commission. In addition to his Base Compensation, the Employee will be entitled to the following performance incentives during the time he is employed by the Company.

3.3. The Employee’s rate of pay shall be reviewed annually if promotion doesn't occur. 3.4. Employer shall reimburse employee for all necessary expenses incurred by employee while traveling or some other additional job pursuant to employer’s directions.

4. BENEFITS

4.1. Both parties will comply with the Company policy regarding Employee benefits or as required by law. 4.2. In consideration for services rendered, a health insurance plan shall be offered to the Employee. 4.3. Insurance and other benefits will be offered to Employee after 2 months of work. 4.4. Death Benefits. Should Employee die during the term of employment, the Company shall pay to Employee's estate any compensation due through the end of the month in which death occurred.

4.5. Vacation. Employee will earn five (5) weeks of vacation annually, accrued pro-rata throughout the year. 4.6. Public Holidays. The employee will be entitled to all official public holidays on full pay. 4.6.1. If an Employee does not work on a public holiday, he/she shall receive normal payment for that day. 4.6.2. If the Employee works on a public holiday he/she shall be paid double. 4.7. Sick Leave. During the first year of employment the Employee will entitled to one day’s paid sick leave for every twenty six (26) days worked. 4.7.1. The Employee is to notify the Employer as soon as possible in case of his/her absence from work through illness. 5. PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT:

5.1. Company expects its Employees to behave in a professional, business-like manner at work and whenever representing the Bentrade 5.2. Employees also are accountable for behavior outside of work that negatively affects their ability to perform their responsibilities on the job. 6. EMPLOYEES` DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive packages to the Employee’s address;

• Unpack and examine incoming shipments;

• Forward packages using USPS/FedEx Labels;

• Maintain accurate records of items shipped and received.

Verify and keep records on incoming and outgoing shipments and prepare items for shipment;

Determine the method of shipment, using knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates;

Compare the quantity and identification numbers of merchandise against orders;

Insert items into container/box;

Prepare records of merchandise shipped;

Post weight and ship charges;

Keep files of shipping records;

Trace missing or misplaced shipments;

Verify receipt of shipments against bills of lading, invoices or other records.

• Discover profitable suppliers and initiate business and organization partnerships;

• Negotiate with external vendors to secure advantageous terms;

• Approve the ordering of necessary goods and services;

• Finalize purchase details of orders and deliveries;

• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness;

• Collaborate with key persons to ensure clarity of the specifications and expectations of the company;

• To undertake training and attend meetings as required and directed by your line manager;

• Assist with the customers cash flow;

• Developing external relationships with appropriate contacts, e.g. bankers and financial organizations such as Moneygram, Ria, Western Union etc;

• Keep a watch on the cash transaction that are taking place;

• Handling cash transactions with customers;

• Collect payments and make orders;

• Keep reports of transactions;

TRAINING & PROGRESSION

As part of a graduate scheme, you’ll receive formal training in the various systems, products, services and functions. You’ll also receive practical training through structured rotations across various departments such as sales, marketing, logistics. customer service, operations, credit policy and risk management.

Opportunities for career progression are strictly based on merit and driven by performance, achievement of set targets, flexibility and your willingness to move. Experienced and talented employees can also move into senior management positions. 7. WORK HOURS/ SCHEDULE/ POSITION TITLE/WORK LOCATION 7.1. Work Hours. The standard hours of work for Bentrade 10-20 hours per week. Approximately 2-4 hours per day 7.2. Schedule. Employee accepts and agrees to work for the Company five (5) days per week. 7.2.1. The Company’s core hours of operation are Monday to Friday. 7.3. Position Title. Employee accepts and agrees to work under logistics and trade manager 7.3.1. Employee agrees to be hired on a part-time position. 7.4. Work Location. Employee will primary perform their duties at home or home office. 8. PROBATION

8.1. Probation period will apply for the first one first 1 month of work of employment. During this time Employer will assess Employees progress and performance in the position. At the end of this period, provided a satisfactory standard is achieved and maintained, employment will be confirmed. 8.2. Employer may end Employees probation earlier than the appointed time of one by providing notice. 8.3. In the event of unsatisfactory progress, the probationary period may be extended by providing notice; prolongation should not exceed a total of sixty

(60) days.

8.4. Throughout the probationary period the Employer shall pay Employee the full amount of compensation, namely monthly payment at a rate equal to the sum $ 4100

9. NON-COMPETITION AND CONFIDENTIALITY

As an Employee, you will have access to confidential information that is the property of the Employer. You are not permitted to disclose this information outside of the Company.

10. TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT

10.1. During the Employee’s probationary period, this employment may be terminated by either party giving two (2) weeks’ notice to the other. 10.2. After the Employee’s probationary period: the Employee shall give the Employer (2) weeks’ notice of his/her intention to terminate this employment. 10.3.All notices of termination shall be given in writing. 11. Jurisdiction

This contract shall be governed, interpreted, and construed in accordance with the laws of state NEW YORK 12. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

12.1. The terms and conditions referred to in this letter constitute all of the terms and conditions of employment and replace any prior understanding or agreement between Employee and the Employer.

12.2. The terms and conditions referred to in this letter may only be varied by a written agreement signed by both Employee and the Employer. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have duly affixed their signatures under hand and seal on this 11 Dec 2023 EMPLOYER: Kelly Thomas

General Manager of Bentrade

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