companies, as well as larger investments for later-stage expansion. Initial investments typically range from $250,000 to $2 million, with up to $5 million over the life of the investment. CTV participates in seed/start-up companies, first and second round investments, and later stage investments.

CTV invests primarily in companies engaged in the following industries:

Information & Communications Technology, such as computer hardware, telecommunications, electronics, semiconductors, software and systems, multi-media, and Internet;

Life Sciences, such as bio-pharmaceuticals and medical devices;

When considering funding a company, CTV looks for:

Experienced and capable management;

Unique, "must-have" or proprietary products or services that meet a pressing need;

The opportunity to create a leadership position in a large and growing industry;

A compelling business model with clearly-defined milestones to reach profitability;

A defensible and sustainable competitive position.