Spectrum Equity Fund can provide strategic direction for its portfolio companies by assisting management as needed. Keeping with our primary objective of maximising shareholder wealth we will endeavour to bring about this increase in value by not only providing capital, but also strategic direction and support. Spectrum Equity Fund partners with management teams to grow companies into larger and more profitable entities with industry-leading market positions, greater growth prospects and superior operating margins. Our aim is to provide direction and guidance to allow management the freedom to run their company with reduced levels of bureaucracy, increased operational speed and enhanced performance. Spectrum arms management with significant leverage in the areas of operations, entrepreneurial and industry expertise as well as providing extensive post-investment support. As part of our comprehensive service offering, Spectrum can add value by:

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Accelerating growth by providing access to capital for strategic add-on acquisitions and organic growth initiatives Developing new and sustainable revenue streams Maximizing profit margins by streamlining processes and implementing control mechanisms Providing ongoing involvement for continual equity participation in a stronger growing company

Spectrum assists in accelerating growth by developing, implementing and financing strategic plans including: acquisitions, strategic alliances and global sourcing. Spectrum Equity Fund offers unique investment and operational expertise with decades of experience in building successful businesses both domestically and overseas. Serving as active board members and dedicating substantial resources to the company, Spectrum prepares selected portfolio companies for a successful IPO or strategic exit.