That in itself should not mean all avenues of direct communication should likewise dry up, notwithstanding the implication that no further avenues are being explored.
I have no doubt whatsoever that Jim Turley knows what he is doing, it's just that I, and others from the messages on here, would also like to know it too.
I repeat:
...there is far more that could have been discussed without mentioning either licensing or M&A. An update on any ideas for the other "umbrella ribs" could also have been given.
It was surprising to see the "sell and move on" paraphrased in your penultimate paragraph.
Be well