If you attended HostingCon, thank you for attending my presentation. The presentation was a result of research conducted at NCC. We believe that you should be able to quickly review the source data and articles we used in preparing this presentation. It will provide additional detail which may assist you in developing your strategy and in making your business decisions.

If NCC can be of service to your firm please call 239-282-5550

Tom Millitzer - President NCC International

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 Cloud Valuations is on everyone's mind this year and is the topic and Tom Millitzer's HostingCon presentation. Since late 2010 Tom has written numerous articles regarding Cloud M&A, valuations and conceptual issues. These articles plus an intensive study and additional research will be the basis for the presentation.

NCC has over 100 hours of research and project development for this one presentation. It is intended to provide the audience with a blueprint of the current market and a guide of valuations, when to buy, sell or stay out of the market.

Mr. Milliter stated... "Cloud valuations for the provider is just coming into view, there are distinctive trends and what I term the "sophisticated varient" taking place in the cloud sector. I see certain developments that have not come to the forefront before."

To see the presention attend HostingCon

• Title: Cloud Valuations in a New Matrix
• Presenter: Tom Millitzer, President NCC International
• Monday - July 19 2010
• 3 PM

This presentation is tailored executives that have experience in mergers, acquisitions and finance. Individuals looking at expanding by acquisitions or developing  an exit strategy in the general hosting sector should also attend this presentation.

About NCC International: NCC was founded in 1994 and has completed over 300 assignments in the Internet sector. The firms specializes in representing Sellers in the M&A process.

Contact NCC: To set up a confidential meeting with NCC during HostingCon call - 239-828-5550 or e-mail tomm@com-broker.com  During HostingCon call 239-938-6566

The seller is a world recognized shared Ruby on Rails shared hosting firm and operates exclusively on a Linux platform. The Ruby centric firm served over 3,000 web sites.

The Ruby platform was used in the development of Twitter and has an avid international following. The company sold is well recognized  in this hosting sector.

NCC is acknowledged as the leading Internet business company business broker that provides services sellers. With over 300 completed assignments completed NCC sold its first Web Host company in 1997. NCC generally represents the owners of firms in a transaction.

Since 1994 NCC has represented owners of subscription based recurring revenue firms in the Internet and cable television sectors. NCC has developed relationships with thousands of buyers, represents clients on an exclusive bases. As a sellers representative NCC has a fiduciary responsibility to cast a wide net for its clients where firms that represent "Buyers" can only present your firm to one potential buyer at time.

Contact NCC for details on how they can assist you in selling your company at 239-282-5550.

Socks featured include; Navisite, Web.com, Rackspace and SAVVIS. According to NCC this snapshot will assit viindustry professionals a one stop location to obtain the pulse of the industry. Firms included in the group are primarily recurring revenue based internet firms, subscription based and provide direct web hosting, cloud computing, data center or co-location services. The selected companies reflect the general merger and acquisition sector that NCC provides its services.

Earlier this year NCC added "NCC WebHostBusiness" a Twitter feed that provides summary data and links to the same public information the firm researches on a daily basis. The NCC Twitter feed and Internet Stock information is positioned on the left column of the NCC web site page.

According to Tom Millitzer, President of NCC, "The goal is to distribute the information we research so that both buyers and sellers can be greater informed".

NCC is a leader in mergers and acquisitions in the Hosting sector. Since 1996 the company has represented the owners of firms in the sale of their companies. NCC prefers to represent sellers.

For more information regarding NCC call 239-282-5550

If you do not Twitter the most recent core data we have uncovered  is on the left.

WebHostBusiness is for professional Internet entrepreneurs, CEOs, business builders, finance personnel and Current WebHostBusiness Avatar on Twitterindividuals considering the divestiture of certain assets.

WebHostBusiness focuses on the following Sectors:

• Web Hosting
• Data Centers
• Colocation Facilities
• Recurring Revenue Cloud and SAAS Models
• Other Related Recurring Revenue Firms

WebHostBusiness Links to Stories that provide specific information regarding:

• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Financing
• Financial Reports
• "Important" Trends regarding the Previous three specifics.

We do not want to waste your time ---- The goal is that each Twit provide you a quick 10 word or less synopsis --- link --- specific industry #hash marks.

Why are we doing this: NCC is constantly researching this sector. It only seems natural for us to in fact "bookmark" via twitter a large portion of the data we already obtain from public sources.

The only NCC information we anticipate adding are relevant current listings, closings, Blogs and articles written by our staff that concerns these M&A and financial issues.

Thank you for following us ----- you will not find a million Twitters in your box - but important information intended to assist you in your overall strategy.

About NCC ---- since 1994 we have been representing firms in the telecommunications sector, We sold our first hosting company in 1997. When you decide to sell your firm we would appreciate your consideration of our services.

For more information contact: Tom Millitzer - 239-282-5550 ----- follow him on Twitter at Tom NCC

In late November NCC was selected from a field of six international merger and acquisition firms to conduct the sale as mandated by the shareholders. Two weeks after selection NCC prepared a comprehensive memorandum and bid package for this UK Hosting Company with annual revenues of £ 1,900,000 or ($3.1 million USD).

The minimum acceptable bid according to the shareholder agreements was based on an independent report prepared by a leading UK accounting firm and was to be an all cash transaction with a minimum bid of £1,600,000 (Approximately 2,520,000 USD / 1,830,000 EU).

NCC reported that almost three dozen firms from five countries showed interest in the transaction and that numerous bids were received.

Mr. Millitzer, president of NCC stated his thanks to the UK firm and all the international parties that expressed interest in this transaction.

For additional information regarding NCC or this release contact Ms. Lisa O'Brien VP NCC Administration at 239-282-5550 - 9-5 EST USA -5 GMT.

Tom Millitzer, President of NCC stated that this is in the low end of his anticipated valuation range. The valuation represents .87X recurring revenues. According to Millitzer ball park valuations on a multiple of revenue generally range from .8 to 1.3 X revenues for firms of this type and often higher.

A third party respected London accounting firm performed the valuation. Millitzer noted that using standard valuation principals the report had valuations from as low as £ 1,200,000 to as high as £ 4,000,000 ( range $1.93m to $6.4m USD) for the firm. He continues that given the range and recent bid extension date that he would anticipate greater interest in the acquisition.

There is no stalking horse and the bid has been extended to Thursday January 21, 2010 at 12 noon (-5 GMT) local east coast US time. Bids are due in the NCC offices at that date as outlined in the Bid Package for this transaction.

UK Hosting Company has annual revenues of £ 1,900,000 or (Approximately 2,520,000 USD / 1,830,000 EUR) will be sold to the highest bidder on January 21, 2010 - There is no stalking horse.

NCC has prepared a comprehensive memorandum and bidding package to facilitate prospective bidders. For an NDA which will allow qualified buyers to receive the package contact Ms. Lisa O'Brien VP Administration at NCC by calling 239-282-5550 - 9-6 EST USA -5 GMT. 

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For additional information regarding this release contact Lisa O'Brien at 239-282-5550

NCC provides merger and acquisition services the I the Internet industry including, Web Hosting, Data Center, Broadband and Wireless (WISP) firms. NCC International has successfully represented firms in the  US, Canada, Australia and the UK. Our buyer connections included the Europe, South America and Asia.

UK Hosting Company has annual revenues of £ 1,900,000 or ($3.1 million USD) will be sold to the highest bidder on Januaey 21, 2010 - There is no stalking horse.

NCC was contacted by the seller on November 28th to conduct this contractually agreed bid as mandaged by the owners of the firm. NCC completed an extensive 40 page memorandum for the sale of the Company. This brochure was ready for distribution on December 12th and contains details that will assist prospective buyers in there due-diligence for a potential bid and transaction.

Accompaning the Memorandum is a detailed bid package that outlines the procedures regarding the process.

Due diligence questions will be accepted through Tuesday 19 January 2010 and site visits will be accomodated through the same date.

Contact Lisa O'Brien at 239-282-5550 for an NDA which will enable you to receive information regarding the company and the process.

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For additional information regarding this release contact Lisa O'Brien at 239-282-5550

NCC provides merger and acquisition services the I the Internet industry including, Web Hosting, Data Center, Broadband and Wireless (WISP) firms. NCC International has successfully represented firms in the  US, Canada, Australia and the UK. Our buyer connections included the Europe, South America and Asia.

According to Tom Millitzer this is a winner take all sealed auction. Mr. Millitzer stated that "NCC has been engaged to conduct a 'No Stalking Horse' bid process." A "stalking horese" auction is where the highest bidding price is public ally announced to the bidders and they can then re-bid a higher amount, this can continue until the highest price is achieved.

The bid process in this sale will revolve around a minimum bid which is based on a third party valuation which will set the minimum bid. All bidders know the minimum bid. The bid with the highest price over the minimum bid will succeed.

NCC is in the process of preparing the memorandum and bid package which will outline the details of the company and the bid process. The firm anticipates it will take approximately two weeks to prepare the package which will leave only two weeks for prospective firms to review the information to determine there interest.

Mr. Millitzer indicated that the valuation placing the minimum bid will really determine the number of bids and interest. He also noted that this could be a very attractive acquisition to some firms.

In order to receive information regarding this acquisition contact Ms. Lisa O'Brien VP of Administration at NCC for a non-disclosure agreement. Qualified firms will then receive the detailed memorandum and bid package outlining this UK opportunity.

Contact Lisa O'Brien at 239-282-5550 NCC hours are 9 am to 6 PM EST USA -GMT.

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For additional information regarding this release contact Lisa O'Brien at 239-282-5550

NCC is a leading provides merger and acquisition service specialist int he the Internet industry including, Web Hosting, Data Center, Broadband,ISP and Wireless (WISP) firms. NCC International has successfully represented firms in the  US, Canada, Australia and the UK. Our buyer connections included the Europe, South America and Asia.

Tom Millitzer's presentation "Dissecting A Web Host Acquisition" focused on the rational and motivations for both the buyer and seller. According to Millitzer, "I wanted to go behind the numbers and into the psyche of the transaction". Part of the presentation was outlining the hidden meaning within those numbers, or "What the numbers are saying, but no one is seeing. For example in one of his examples it was completely overlooked that the owner was taking another $260,000 a year out of the company."

NCC prides itself in providing excellent information regarding the firms it represents. This saves potential buyers enormous amounts of time and according to NCC results in higher sales prices for its clients.

NCC is one of the most active merger and acquisition specialists in the web host industry. Based on Cape Coral Florida the firm was established in 1994. The company has completed over 300 assignments.

Tom Millitzer, President of NCC noted that the company had been put on the market in December of 2008 and an LOI was inked in late February of 2009. According to NCC the web hosting company had annual revenues of $2.3 million and served approximately 9,000 accounts. The average rate for the accounts was $27 per month.

In representing the firm NCC prepared a detailed memorandum providing much of the du-diligence required by most buyers. Mr. Millitzer noted that his firms presentations moves the sale process and provides buyers with the information they need to move the transaction thought he prospects management team review.

NCC was founded in 1994 and represents the owners of Internet firms in the sale of their companies. The firm specializes in Web Hosting, Data Centers, Broadband and WISP providers in the United States, Canada, Australia and the UK.

For more information regarding this release contact Lisa O'Brien Vice President of NCC at 239-282-5550.

Tom Millitzer, President of NCC, noted that the new site allows the company to make enhanced use of graphics and communication tools. "Clients will be able to load large files directly to our servers" said Millitzer. It also provides for providew several forms which enables NCC to provide faster service to our clients.

The site architecture permits NCC to add and change graphics. Using this function companies listed for sale can include actual brochure graphics, spreadsheets and other information to assist the buyer.

This redesign represents the 4th major overhall in the NCC site since its initial launch in 1997.

NCC provides merger and acquisition services to web hosting, data centers, CLECs, Broadband , WISPs and similar firms.

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT:

Lisa O'Brien, VP

239-282-5550

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