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1 EMERGENCE BRISBANE FEB SYDNEY 28 FEB - 1 MAR

2 Wholesale Investor is Australasia s leading private investment platform. It s our goal to create opportunities for tomorrow, by connecting the most prominent technologies of tomorrow, with the most influential investors of today. This year, we re celebrating 10 years of supporting growth across Australasia, and to date, we ve supported over 1200 deals and established a network of over 20,700 - with over $65mill in capital raised and transactions initiated in 2017.

3 LOCAL EXCELLENCE, GLOBAL REACH Over the past 18 months, we ve successfully expanded our network globally, operating across 8 countries including: Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea, China, USA and the UK. With a new global focus, we have more than doubled our Asian participation on our platform. We have connected some of the Asia Pacific s leading Crypto Fund Managers, Investors, Venture Capitalists and High Net Worth Individuals, with much sought after Australasian technology and talent - our growth in Asia has a refined quality after testing the market in 2017/18.

4 CREATING OPPORTUNITIES FOR TOMORROW Website Visitors per month New Retained 8 Countries Globally Attendees 50+ Global Events in 2017/ Companies on our Platform High Net Worth and Private Investors Investment Deals Created +$65Mil of Capital Raised in 2017

5 DIRECTLY ACCESS THE EMERGING COMPANY ECOSYSTEM 1 TO 1 MATCHMAKING OPPORTUNITIES OVER 30 LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL COMPANIES FEATURED INVESTORS, OPINION LEADERS & DEAL MAKERS - High Net Worth Investors Professional & Institutional Investors Founders Crypto Funds Government Blockchain Projects Industry Participants Family Offices Asian Investment Groups Venture Capitalists 8 FOUNDER EDUCATION SESSIONS WITH INDUSTRY EXPERTS MORE THAN 40 HIGH-PROFILE SPEAKERS & RENOWNED PANELLISTS 2 EVENING NETWORKING COCKTAIL PARTIES

6 DEMOGRAPHICS OF ATTENDANCE Emergence 2019 will be comprised of the following demographic. The investment segment includes the above breakdown of attendees.

7 SPEAKERS & PANELLISTS PARTNER WITH US AS WE ALTER THE INVESTMENT SPACE AND CREATE OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE FUTURE. RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW! THE SHARPEST MINDS & MOST INFLUENTIAL SPEAKERS IN THE INDUSTRY

8 GROWTH ONLY MATTERS TO US, IF IT SERVES A PURPOSE EMERGENCE MISSION - At WI, we create opportunities for the emerging technologies of tomorrow by connecting them with the most influential private and professional investors of today. Celebrating 10 years, our track record of fostering and contributing to the growth of the Australasian ecosystem has led us to the unveiling of our latest product, the Emergence Series. Emergence, therefore, is the ultimate excuse for Asia-Pacific investors to meet and discover local companies, investors and deal makers. EMERGENCE VISION - Emergence has become the embodiment of Wholesale Investor s mission, facilitating more investment deals across the Asia-Pacific and Australasia. Emergence is now an annual enabler for even more investment and networking, as well as being a showcase of the positive impact on the Australasian and Asia-Pacific ecosystems as a result.

9 CONNECTING INVESTORS WITH OPPORTUNITIES It s WI s ambition as Australasia s leading Investment Platform, to enhance the opportunities that exist in the Asia- Pacific markets and the rest of the world for companies. We champion the success of Australasian technology across these markets, and profile the investments we facilitate to enhance the ecosystem, promoting growth, employment and the economy. We assist startups, emerging growth companies and SMEs. KEY AREAS OF INDUSTRY FOCUS - Biotech and Life Sciences Pharmaceuticals Fintech & WealthTech Agtech Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Engineering and Renewables Renewables Software as a Service (SaaS) Technology & Cyber Security Advanced Technology Hardware and Advanced Manufacturing Food and Drink

10 EMPOWERING FOUNDERS FOR GROWTH It s WI s ambition to empower startups, emerging growth companies and SMEs. To do this requires education, networks, support systems and platforms to succeed locally and internationally. Over the last 10 years we have built within our network the ecosystem to empower this mission and Emergence is the ultimate platform to facilitate this. EDUCATION FOR COMPANIES - Startup and Emerging Company Founder CEO s Directors Corporate Development teams Venture Capital Teams EDUCATION THEMES - Capital Raising Expansion into Asia Growth Ready Cyber Security Scaling Structuring for potential M&A Activity US and European Expansion Financial Services for success Legal and Accounting strategies for growth companies

11 SPONSORSHIP

12 MAJOR SPONSORSHIP BRISBANE & SYDNEY Your brand will receive maximum exposure before, during and after Emergence Your booth space will be located in a strategic position prominently capturing every attendee s attention in the midst of networking and breakout areas. INCLUSIONS RECEIVED AS MAJOR SPONSOR FOR EMERGENCE 2019 ACROSS BOTH CITIES - $40,000 + GST Principal sponsor recognition on the Conference website home page and sponsor section with a link to your website Logo inclusion as a major sponsor on The Emergence 2019 website, including the home page and sponsor section with link to your website An exclusive promotional to our 20,700+ investor network to announce you as the Major Sponsor Dedicated social media announcement about your participation as Major Sponsor Trade stand provided across 2 days Sponsor designation on Conference name badge Company logo on Conference stage Acknowledgment in MC script (acknowledgment on slide presentations template as the Major Sponsor) Full page advertisement in the event brochure Ability to provide an insert in the delegates welcome bag A panel speaking spot Direct introductions to participating companies, along with existing blockchain clients of Wholesale Investor Major sponsor positioning of your brand on the Emergence 2019 photo wall ADDITIONAL ATTENDEE ACCESS: VIP Access - 10 tickets WI Private Drinks - 10 invitations Complimentary tickets to your target audience An additional speaking spot in a panel session

13 VIP ROOM - BOTH DAYS BRISBANE OR SYDNEY The VIP Room gives access to Founders, CEOs and VIPs to create opportunities through private networking with the ultimate dealmakers and influential investors in the space. INCLUSIONS RECEIVED AS VIP ROOM SPONSOR FOR EMERGENCE Logo inclusion on The Emergence 2019 website, including the sponsor section with link to your website Logo inclusion on Main Room presentation slide with all sponsors Social media announcement Positioning and displaying of company logo in all marketing material - and social media interactions, event brochure Acknowledgment by Master of Ceremony (acknowledgment on slide presentations template as a Sponsor) Ability to provide your branded signage in the VIP Room Ability to provide an insert in the delegates welcome bag Sponsor positioning of your brand on the Emergence 2019 photo wall ADDITIONAL ATTENDEE ACCESS: VIP Access - 5 tickets WI Private Drinks - 5 invitations BRISANE - $7,500 + GST SYDNEY - $10,000 + GST

14 DAY ONE EDUCATION ROOM Your brand will receive exclusive exposure to Founders and Executives who are looking to develop their skills and connections within the investment space. INCLUSIONS RECEIVED AS AN EDUCATION ROOM SPONSOR FOR EMERGENCE Welcome address to the Founders and Directors participating in the Education Session - 10 min Logo inclusion on Main Room presentation slide with all sponsors Logo inclusion as sponsor on the Emergence 2019 website including the sponsor section with link to your website Acknowledgment by Master of Ceremony (acknowledgment on slide presentations template as a Sponsor) Positioning and displaying of company logo in all marketing material - and social media interactions, event brochure Dedicated social media announcement Ability to provide an insert in the delegates welcome bag Ability to provide your branded signage in the Education Room Sponsor positioning of your brand on the Emergence 2019 photo wall ADDITIONAL ATTENDEE ACCESS: VIP Access - 5 tickets WI Private Drinks - 5 invitations BRISANE - $7,500 + GST SYDNEY - $10,000 + GST

15 DAY ONE LUNCH BREAK Engage with attendees during lunch break on Day 1 at Emergence, offering your branding a great visibility. Networking session lunch are one of the most effective elements of Emergence event. INCLUSIONS RECEIVED AS A LUNCH BREAK SPONSOR FOR EMERGENCE Logo inclusion on Main Room presentation slide with all sponsors Logo inclusion as sponsor on the Emergence 2019 website including the sponsor section with link to your website Positioning and displaying of company logo in all marketing material - and social media interactions, event brochure Acknowledgment by Master of Ceremony (acknowledgment on slide presentations template as a Sponsor) Dedicated social media announcement Ability to provide your branded signage in the Lunch Room Sponsor positioning of your brand on the Emergence 2019 photo wall ADDITIONAL ATTENDEE ACCESS: VIP Access - 5 tickets WI Private Drinks - 5 invitations BRISANE - $10,000 + GST SYDNEY - $12,500 + GST

16 DAY ONE EVENING NETWORKING DRINKS Emergence places a strong focus on the power of networking amongst attendees. Our exclusive networking functions attract some of the top dealmakers and investors operating in the space. INCLUSIONS RECEIVED AS THE EXCLUSIVE COCKTAIL PARTY SPONSOR FOR EMERGENCE Welcome address - 10 min Logo inclusion on Main Room presentation slide with all sponsors Logo inclusion as sponsor on the Emergence 2019 website including the sponsor section with link to your website Positioning and displaying of company logo in all marketing material - and social media interactions, event brochure Acknowledgment by Master of Ceremony (acknowledgment on slide presentations template as a Sponsor) Dedicated social media announcement Ability to provide your branded signage in the WI Private Room Sponsor positioning of your brand on the Emergence 2019 photo wall ADDITIONAL ATTENDEE ACCESS: VIP Access - 5 tickets WI Private Drinks - 5 invitations BRISANE - $10,000 + GST SYDNEY - $12,500 + GST

17 DAY TWO MEET THE VENTURE INVESTORS FOCUSED AT GROWTH COMPANY FOUNDERS AND DIRECTORS - Wholesale Investor invites over 40 Funds and Investment Managers from Australia, Asia and the UK. The session will focus on their current investments and the types of opportunities they are looking to invest into. In hosting this session, we invite Founders and Directors to better understand and connect with the presenting investors. INCLUSIONS RECEIVED AS A INVESTOR ROOM SPONSOR FOR EMERGENCE Welcome address - 10 min Logo inclusion on Main Room presentation slide with all sponsors Logo inclusion as sponsor on the Emergence 2019 website including the sponsor section with link to your website Positioning and displaying of company logo in all marketing material - and social media interactions, event brochure Acknowledgment by Master of Ceremony (acknowledgment on slide presentations template as a Sponsor) Dedicated social media announcement Ability to provide your branded signage in the Investor Room for the duration of the session Sponsor positioning of your brand on the Emergence 2019 photo wall ADDITIONAL ATTENDEE ACCESS: VIP Access - 5 tickets WI Private Drinks - 5 invitations BRISANE - $10,000 + GST SYDNEY - $10,000 + GST

18 DAY TWO LUNCH BREAK Engage with attendees during lunch break on Day 2 at Emergence, offering your branding a great visibility. Networking session lunch are one of the most effective elements of Emergence event. INCLUSIONS RECEIVED AS A LUNCH BREAK SPONSOR FOR EMERGENCE Logo inclusion on Main Room presentation slide with all sponsors Logo inclusion as sponsor on the Emergence 2019 website including the sponsor section with link to your website Positioning and displaying of company logo in all marketing material - and social media interactions, event brochure Acknowledgment by Master of Ceremony (acknowledgment on slide presentations template as a Sponsor) Dedicated social media announcement Ability to provide your branded signage in the Lunch Room Sponsor positioning of your brand on the Emergence 2019 photo wall ADDITIONAL ATTENDEE ACCESS: VIP Access - 5 tickets WI Private Drinks - 5 invitations BRISANE - $10,000 + GST SYDNEY - $12,500 + GST

19 DAY TWO SPEED DATING One connection has the power to change a company s BUSINESS GROWTH trajectory. The session involves unique 1-1 conversations between the most influential investors and companies in this space. INCLUSIONS RECEIVED AS A SPEED DATING SPONSOR FOR EMERGENCE Welcome address - 10 min Logo inclusion on Main Room presentation slide with all sponsors Logo inclusion as sponsor on the Emergence 2019 website including the sponsor section with link to your website Positioning and displaying of company logo in all marketing material - and social media interactions, event brochure Acknowledgment by Master of Ceremony (acknowledgment on slide presentations template as a Sponsor) Dedicated social media announcement Ability to provide your branded signage in the 1-1 Speed Dating Room Sponsor positioning of your brand on the Emergence 2019 photo wall ADDITIONAL ATTENDEE ACCESS: VIP Access - 5 tickets WI Private Drinks - 5 invitations BRISANE - $7,500 + GST SYDNEY - $10,000 + GST

20 DAY TWO EVENING NETWORKING DRINKS Emergence places a strong focus on the power of networking amongst attendees. Our exclusive networking functions attract some of the top dealmakers and investors operating in the space. INCLUSIONS RECEIVED AS THE EXCLUSIVE COCKTAIL PARTY SPONSOR FOR EMERGENCE Welcome address - 10 min Logo inclusion on Main Room presentation slide with all sponsors Logo inclusion as sponsor on the Emergence 2019 website including the sponsor section with link to your website Positioning and displaying of company logo in all marketing material - and social media interactions, event brochure Acknowledgment by Master of Ceremony (acknowledgment on slide presentations template as a Sponsor) Dedicated social media announcement Ability to provide your branded signage in the WI Private Room Sponsor positioning of your brand on the Emergence 2019 photo wall ADDITIONAL ATTENDEE ACCESS: VIP Access - 5 tickets WI Private Drinks - 5 invitations BRISANE - $10,000 + GST SYDNEY - $12,500 + GST

21 OTHER SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES MOBILE APP - BOTH CITIES $10,000 + GST Customise a branded splash screen with two push notifications on the official Emergence2019 networking app. COFFEE CART - BRISBANE OR SYDNEY $10,000 + GST A Coffee cart will be present throughout the conference, allowing for maximum exposure for attendees seeking an energy boost. The package includes the ability to provide your branded signage. PHOTO WALL - BOTH CITIES $5,000 + GST CONFERENCE BAG - BOTH CITIES $5,000 + GST WATER BOTTLES - BOTH CITIES $10,000 + GST

22 COMPANY STRUCTURE

23 OUR BOARD & MANAGEMENT STEVE TORSO MANAGING DIRECTOR REUBEN BUCHANAN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR DOMENIC CAROSA NON - EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR HEIN VOGEL DIRECTOR ERIC GAO NON - EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TIM TRUMPER ADVISOR

24 ABOUT OUR SHAREHOLDERS Investec is a distinctive Specialist Bank and Asset Manager. They provide a diverse range of financial products and services to our niche client base in three principal markets, the United Kingdom, South Africa and Australia, as well as certain other geographies. Founded in 2009, BMY Group is dedicated to providing first-class financial and investment news, information and analysis to local and overseas Chinese investors for Australian markets.

25 Creating Opportunities For Tomorrow