Poker, all I can say is try to collect your loan as fast as you can. The market is telling you that this company is done and Im afraid you will have your hands full getting of your money back. I feel bad for you as I know you were trying to help everybody out. GLTU>
You sound exactly like a guy who is desperate to keep the company afloat since you are out such a large sum of money. You will be able to sleep much better at night once you accept the fact that this man stole your money and there isn't a damn thing you can do about it. MERRY CHRISTMAS!