On January 14, 2013, Broadwind Energy, Inc. and J.D. Rubin, Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary of the company entered into an Agreement and Release, under which Mr. Rubin's employment will terminate on January 18, 2013. With the exception of the representations and warranties, covenants, and certain miscellaneous provisions, Mr. Rubin's employment agreement with the company will be considered terminated in connection with the entry into the Separation Agreement.