Next Ventures is a London-based technology recruitment firm founded in 2001 with 30 employees. It provides permanent and contract recruitment services across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, specializing in technologies like SAP, Oracle, Microsoft .NET, and more. In 2008, 65% of its business came from EMEA clients due to its ability to find well-qualified local language candidates in over 30 countries.

1. Corporate overview of Next Ventures Ltd

2. Corporate overview of Next Ventures Ltd

3. Mission statement To continually exceed our customer’s expectations by providing innovative and focused technology recruitment services to businesses across Europe, Middle East & Africa.

4. Next Ventures overview Next Ventures Ltd founded in 2001 – HQ, London, UK 30 Employees – 26 Senior / Experienced Recruiters Turnover over growth exceeding 100% year on year 2006 to 2008 06 saw a 58% increase on 05 07 saw a 173% increase on 06 08 saw a 103% increase on 07 £000’s Year

5. Services Our 100% technology focused recruitment services can be individually tailored to fit each of our clients needs. To support our international clients Next Ventures has a team of multi-lingual researchers who assist our senior consultants to qualify local talent. Our core services offered are Permanent Offered on a Retained, Exclusive or Contingent basis Contract Interim Resources

6. Global Recruitment Northern Europe/ Benelux Central Europe Eastern Europe South Europe Scandinavia Middle East Africa To date Next Ventures has successfully assisted clients to recruit both permanent and interim talent in over 30 countries . In 2008, 65% of our business was with EMEA clients; they chose to partner with Next Ventures because of our ability to find well qualified local-language speaking candidates .

7. Northern Europe/ Benelux UK Ireland Belgium Luxembourg Netherlands Central Europe Eastern Europe South Europe Scandinavia Middle East Africa Global Recruitment To date Next Ventures has successfully assisted clients to recruit both permanent and interim talent in over 30 countries . In 2008, 65% of our business was with EMEA clients; they chose to partner with Next Ventures because of our ability to find well qualified local-language speaking candidates .

8. Northern Europe/ Benelux Central Europe (DACH): Germany Switzerland Austria Eastern Europe South Europe Scandinavia Middle East Africa Global Recruitment To date Next Ventures has successfully assisted clients to recruit both permanent and interim talent in over 30 countries . In 2008, 65% of our business was with EMEA clients; they chose to partner with Next Ventures because of our ability to find well qualified local-language speaking candidates .

9. Northern Europe/ Benelux Central Europe Eastern Europe Russia Poland Slovakia Czech Republic Croatia Hungary Romania South Europe Scandinavia Middle East Africa Global Recruitment To date Next Ventures has successfully assisted clients to recruit both permanent and interim talent in over 30 countries . In 2008, 65% of our business was with EMEA clients; they chose to partner with Next Ventures because of our ability to find well qualified local-language speaking candidates .

10. Northern Europe/ Benelux Central Europe Eastern Europe South Europe France Italy Spain Portugal Greece Turkey Cyprus Scandinavia Middle East Africa Global Recruitment To date Next Ventures has successfully assisted clients to recruit both permanent and interim talent in over 30 countries . In 2008, 65% of our business was with EMEA clients; they chose to partner with Next Ventures because of our ability to find well qualified local-language speaking candidates .

11. Northern Europe Central Europe Eastern Europe South Europe Scandinavia Sweden Denmark Finland Norway Middle East Africa Global Recruitment To date Next Ventures has successfully assisted clients to recruit both permanent and interim talent in over 30 countries . In 2008, 65% of our business was with EMEA clients; they chose to partner with Next Ventures because of our ability to find well qualified local-language speaking candidates .

12. Northern Europe Central Europe Eastern Europe South Europe Scandinavia Middle East Dubai Abu Dhabi Saudi Arabia Oman Egypt Israel Africa Global Recruitment To date Next Ventures has successfully assisted clients to recruit both permanent and interim talent in over 30 countries . In 2008, 65% of our business was with EMEA clients; they chose to partner with Next Ventures because of our ability to find well qualified local-language speaking candidates .

13. Northern Europe Central Europe Eastern Europe South Europe Scandinavia Middle East Africa South Africa Kenya Nigeria Global Recruitment To date Next Ventures has successfully assisted clients to recruit both permanent and interim talent in over 30 countries . In 2008, 65% of our business was with EMEA clients; they chose to partner with Next Ventures because of our ability to find well qualified local-language speaking candidates .

14. The Specialist Technology Areas Enterprise Applications (team) SAP ORACLE (entire application portfolio) Microsoft Dynamics Middleware – Tibco / Software AG (Webmethods) / IBM Websphere Development & Database technologies Microsoft.Net (C~ / VB / ASP / VC++), Sharepoint, Biztalk Java J2EE, J2ME, EJB, Struts, Spring, Hibernate Web-based / Open source technologies Flash, PHP, MySQL, Python Database Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, Sybase Testing Manuel and Automated Test Director, QTP, Winrunner, Loadrunner Business Intelligence / Analytics / ETL Business Intelligence Cognos, Hyperion, Business Objects, Mircrosoft BI Anallytics SAS, SPSS ETL Informatica, Datastahe, Ab-Initio Infrastructure / PC support / Networking Infrastructure – Microsoft (Office, Windows, Active Directory, Exchange Server), Unix, Linux, Novell, Lotus Notes and Domino Networking – Lan, Wan, Routers & Switches, Firewalls, Anti-Virus Technologies, VoIP OUR TEAM CAN SOURCE FOR YOU

15. SAP SAP ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) SAP NetWeaver SAP Industry Solutions (IS) Core R/3 Modules Modules Covered

16. SAP SAP ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) SAP NetWeaver SAP Industry Solutions (IS) Core R/3 Modules Modules Covered Human Capital Management (HCM) / Financials / Operations / Corporate Services / Supply Chain Management (SCM) / Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) / Customer Relationship Management (CRM) SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)

17. SAP SAP ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) SAP NetWeaver SAP Industry Solutions (IS) Core R/3 Modules Modules Covered Application Server (xApps) / Portal / Business Intelligence (BI) / Exchange Infrastructure (XI) / Master Data Management (MDM) Mobile (MI) / Auto-ID Infrastructure (AII) / Identity Management

18. SAP SAP ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) SAP NetWeaver SAP Industry Solutions (IS) Core R/3 Modules Modules Covered Manufacturing Industries: Aerospace & Defense (SAP for A&D), Automotive (IS-A), Beverage (IS-BEV), Apparel & Footwear Solution (AFS), Chemicals, Consumer Products, Engineering, Construction & Operations (SAP for EC&O), High Tech (IS-HT), Industrial Machinery & Components (SAP for IM&C), Mill Products(IS-MP or IS-MILL), Mining (IS-MIN), Oil & Gas (SAP for O&G or IS-OIL) and Life Sciences Service Industries: SAP for Logistics Service Providers (IS-SP), Media (IS-M), Postal Services, Professional Services, Retail (IS-R), Railways, Telecommunications (IS-T), Utilities (IS-U) and Wholesale Distribution Financial Services: SAP for Banking (IS-B), Financial Service Providers and Insurance Public Services: SAP for Defense & Security, Healthcare, Hospitals (IS-H), Higher Education (IS HE), Higher Education & Research (SAP for HE&R) and Public Sector (IS-PS)

19. SAP SAP ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) SAP NetWeaver SAP Industry Solutions (IS) Core R/3 Modules Modules Covered Financial Accounting (FI), Sales & Distribution (SD), Materials Management (MM), Production Planning and Control (PP), Controlling (CO), Business Information Warehouse (BW), Asset Management (AM), Project Systems (PS), Human Resources (HR), Plant Maintenance (PM), Quality Management (QM), Warehouse Management (WM), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Strategic Enterprise Management (SEM), ABAP(ABAP/4) Programming Language, BASIS system (BC) Back to The Specialist Technology Areas

20. ORACLE Manufacturing Customer Relationship Management Enterprise Resource Planning Procurement Supply Chain Management Asset Lifecycle Management Product Lifecycle Management Core Modules

21. ORACLE Manufacturing Customer Relationship Management Enterprise Resource Planning Procurement Supply Chain Management Asset Lifecycle Management Product Lifecycle Management Core Modules

22. ORACLE Manufacturing Customer Relationship Management Enterprise Resource Planning Procurement Supply Chain Management Asset Lifecycle Management Product Lifecycle Management Core Modules

23. ORACLE Manufacturing Customer Relationship Management Enterprise Resource Planning Procurement Supply Chain Management Asset Lifecycle Management Product Lifecycle Management Core Modules Channel Revenue Management Financial management Human Capital Management Project Management

24. ORACLE Manufacturing Customer Relationship Management Enterprise Resource Planning Procurement Supply Chain Management Asset Lifecycle Management Product Lifecycle Management Core Modules

25. ORACLE Manufacturing Customer Relationship Management Enterprise Resource Planning Procurement Supply Chain Management Asset Lifecycle Management Product Lifecycle Management Core Modules

26. ORACLE Manufacturing Customer Relationship Management Enterprise Resource Planning Procurement Supply Chain Management Asset Lifecycle Management Product Lifecycle Management Core Modules Supply Chain Planning Logistics & Transportation Management Order Management Price Management

27. ORACLE Manufacturing Customer Relationship Management Enterprise Resource Planning Procurement Supply Chain Management Asset Lifecycle Management Product Lifecycle Management Core Modules Back to The Specialist Technology Areas

28. The Specialist Technology Areas Enterprise Applications (team) SAP ORACLE (entire application portfolio) Microsoft Dynamics Middleware – Tibco / Software AG (Webmethods) / IBM Websphere Development & Database technologies Microsoft.Net (C~ / VB / ASP / VC++), Sharepoint, Biztalk Java J2EE, J2ME, EJB, Struts, Spring, Hibernate Web-based / Open source technologies Flash, PHP, MySQL, Python Database Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, Sybase Testing Manuel and Automated Test Director, QTP, Winrunner, Loadrunner Business Intelligence / Analytics / ETL Business Intelligence Cognos, Hyperion, Business Objects, Mircrosoft BI Anallytics SAS, SPSS ETL Informatica, Datastahe, Ab-Initio Infrastructure / PC support / Networking Infrastructure – Microsoft (Office, Windows, Active Directory, Exchange Server), Unix, Linux, Novell, Lotus Notes and Domino Networking – Lan, Wan, Routers & Switches, Firewalls, Anti-Virus Technologies, VoIP OUR TEAM CAN SOURCE FOR YOU

29. Client briefing includes understanding our clients: Business / Objectives / Strategy / People and Culture Role qualification includes qualify detail such as: Key responsibilities / Objectives / Technical skills / Soft skills and Salary Candidate research process: Extensive Networking / Database search / online advertising / Present CV’s (Within 24/48hrs) Candidate management: Initial Selection / Interview stage / Offer / Rate and Contract Negotiation The contract resource client engagement process

30. Client briefing includes understanding our clients: Business / Objectives / Strategy / People and Culture Role qualification includes qualify detail such as: Key responsibilities / Objectives / Technical skills / Soft skills and Salary Candidate research process: Extensive Networking / Database search / online advertising / Headhunting / Present CV’s (Within 24/48hrs) Candidate management: Initial Selection / Interview stage / Offer / Contract Negotiation / Resignation The permanent client engagement process

31. The exclusive / retained client engagement process Client briefing includes understanding our clients: Business / Objectives / Strategy / People and Culture Role qualification includes qualify detail such as: Key responsibilities / Objectives / Technical skills / Soft skills and Salary Target Universe: Define “target universe” Name Gathering: Assign Researchers / Name Gather / Discreet Networking Head Hunting: Pro-actively approach candidates / Qualify Suitability CV Presentation: Present 4 to 5 qualified candidates

32. Key Advertising agreements & Networking sites To underpin our superior industry networking capabilities , and the internal database of candidates we have developed Next Ventures consultants have access to most of the key industry job-boards, and strong knowledge of industry networking sites.

33. Clients Consultancies: Vendors: End users:

34. Testimonials Accenture / KPMG / TMNS / Alcatel Lucent / TIBCO View Accenture / KPMG / Getronics / Johnson Controls / HP / Nycomed View General Testimonials SAP Testimonials

35. General testimonials “ I have been working for more than a year with Next Ventures, engaging SAP highly qualified resources. I really appreciated our collaboration. Next Ventures has always been able to provide us on-time the people we needed even when we were looking for very difficult profiles…sometimes I had the feeling I was their only customer when you see how much they were focused on our requests. The collaboration with Next Ventures is also very efficient: one single point of contact in the company, supportive with the administrative work, flexible, patient.” Accenture, Brussels It’s not what we say it’s what our clients say that matters! “ Next Ventures has supported us on several occasions and have always managed the recruitment process for Consultants in a very professional manner. They have continually delivered quality candidates; it has been very rewarding to work in partnership with a competent, professional and cost-effective partner such as Next Ventures.” KPMG, Italy “ I have been working with Next Ventures for 3yrs and we have a win/win relationship. Their delivery is exceptional both in the contract and permanent market. They strive to ensure they give both the client and candidate a great recruitment experience, and focus on building trust which is extremely important in today’s talent market.” Snr Corporate Recruiter “ I have used Next Ventures to recruit for several positions, from Senior Account Director, through to very highly skilled technical gurus. The time Next Ventures spends on understanding our business and requirements, means not only do we get the profile we’re looking for, but also feel confident that candidates they approach for us will get a great first impression of our business. Next Ventures are highly professional and a very competent recruitment partner.” Snr HR Manager, UK & Ireland “ I always receive a good and cost effective service working for Next Ventures. They truly add value with their high knowledge of the IT market and the understanding of their customers business needs. Three top qualities spring to mind: Great results, expert, Ontime. It was great working with Next Ventures, I look forward to working with them again.“ Practice Manager, France Back to Testimonials Main

36. SAP testimonials “ I have been working for more than a year with Next Ventures, engaging SAP highly qualified resources. I really appreciated our collaboration. Next Ventures has always been able to provide us on-time the people we needed even when we were looking for very difficult profiles…sometimes I had the feeling I was their only customer when you see how much they were focused on our requests. The collaboration with Next Ventures is also very efficient: one single point of contact in the company, supportive with the administrative work, flexible, patient.” Accenture, Brussels It’s not what we say it’s what our clients say that matters! “ Next Ventures has supported us on several occasions and have always managed the recruitment process for Consultants in a very professional manner. They have continually delivered quality candidates; it has been very rewarding to work in partnership with a competent, professional and cost-effective partner such as Next Ventures.” KPMG, Italy “ We value Next Ventures as a key partner; they have an excellent knowledge of the market and a professional approach to dealing with our requirements. They have always delivered quality candidates within budget, providing a first class service. I would highly recommend Next Ventures as a reliable and competent partner.” Getronics, Belgium “ York International (later: Johnson Controls) have on a number of occasions utilized the services of Next Ventures to source specialized SAP contract consultants. Next Ventures always deliver strongly qualified CV’s within tight timescales, and consultants that have always exceeded their project objectives. Next Ventures always keep in close contact with both the client and the candidate, and always show interest in the performance of their consultants. It was a pleasure having a dedicated recruitment partner to support our needs.“ Johnson Controls, Netherlands “ I have used the services of Next Ventures to staff SAP projects in both Switzerland and Italy. Recently Next Ventures supported us in submitting submit service proposals to some customers, and were able to provide relevant and qualified profiles in a short timeframe at the expected price. I therefore highly recommend Next Ventures to businesses with staffing or resource management needs.“ SAP Practice Principle, EMEA “ We used Next Ventures to support our efforts by recruiting highly skilled SAP contractors for our worldwide roll-out of a new ERP system. We found it a pleasure doing business with them as they were quick to respond, and always came up with good resources with little guidance and were able to adapt to our needs. We would happily do business with Next Ventures again.” SAP, Global Programme Director Back to Testimonials Main

37. Why it makes sense to partner with us Delivery Global Coverage Knowledge Experience Partnership approach

38. Why it makes sense to partner with us Delivery Global Coverage Knowledge Experience Partnership approach NV have successfully recruited in 30+ countries Single partner for all of your EMEA recruiting needs 65% of Business in Europe Good understanding of each countries legal/contractual requirements, local culture and knowledge of local language candidates

39. Why it makes sense to partner with us Delivery Global Coverage Knowledge Experience Partnership approach NV Consultants focus on one Technology NV consultants have excellent Market knowledge/ in depth technology understanding and strong candidate networking capabilities

40. Why it makes sense to partner with us Delivery Global Coverage Knowledge Experience Partnership approach Managers 6 yrs experience Proven industry experience/ solid mentoring & training for junior consultants/ Ethical sales culture/management Consultant’s minimum 2 yrs Improve customer experience through working with experienced and knowledgeable consultants

41. Why it makes sense to partner with us Delivery Global Coverage Knowledge Experience Partnership approach Aim to build long term relationships Offers continuity of service / allows NV to gain deep understanding of clients business and ultimately builds mutual trust & respect Account management Single point of contact which enhances clear communication and offers a consistent level of service offered Flexible services Personalised seamless solutions designed to suit your business requirements

42. Why it makes sense to partner with us Delivery Global Coverage Knowledge Experience Partnership approach Proactive approach Consultants target competitive businesses to locate and headhunt passive candidates who are unavailable on job-boards Excellent CV to interview ratios NV only submit highly qualified candidates meaning our clients spend more time focused on their core business objectives Passion and Dedication Our consultant’s dedication and desire to create reference accounts from each of our client’s.is evident in the service our clients receive

43. Why it makes sense to partner with us Delivery Global Coverage Knowledge Experience Partnership approach

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