premise: 7. In the event that the above-mentioned business combination is not completed, each Party agrees not to solicit, entice or offer employment to any employees of the other Party before one (1) year from the date of this Letter; provided, however, that the foregoing shall not prohibit either Party from employing any individual who has received notice of termination from, or ceased to be employed by, the other Party prior to the first time such individuals discussed, directly or with any representatives, employment by the hiring Party.