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The Launch

 Ashley Entertainment Ventures, a $200 million dedicated investment fund launched in Second Quarter 2006, focuses on growth stage entertainment enterprises primarily in the United States. From its offices in Northern California, Ashley Entertainment typically acts as the lead investor in companies operating in the (i) entertainment (ii) information technology and (iii) entertainment industrial technology sectors.

The investment team looks for businesses that have the potential technologies and potential customer bases, and where its investment capital, network and expertise can be applied to scale a proven business model. Typically, the Fund invests between $1 and $4 million in an initial round of funding, with the capability to invest up to $10 million over the life of a portfolio company. Where appropriate, we partner with other leading venture firms who can bring additional capital, market reach and overall support to our portfolio companies.

Within our targeted sectors, we look for companies that have the potential of at least $2 million in revenues over the next twelve months. We seek businesses that have proprietary technology, clear value propositions, robust margins and strong management teams. We are attracted to markets that have clear growth dynamics and strong profit opportunities. As the lead investor, we expect to have significant influence with our portfolio companies as board members and strategic advisors. Finally, we seek to work with management teams that are aligned with our need to achieve liquidity with our portfolio companies through an IPO or strategic sale within three to seven years after our initial investment.