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RiskCommunities Secures Interview with SVB Analytics

Discusses 409A, business valuations, purchase price and the role risk management plays

SAN JOSE, Calif., July 30, 2010 — RiskCommunities, a non-profit group aimed at helping technology firms make the most of the economic rebound, nabbed an interview with Christian Groh of SVB Analytics this week.

SVB Analytics provides solutions to analytical and administrative problems, unique to technology and life science companies. Julie Davis, founder of RiskCommunities, interviewed Christian Groh, SVB Analytics, to discuss: IRC 409A valuations, purchase price and general market observations about technology, life science, venture, private equity and M&A markets.

Interview Video: 409A, Valuations, Purchase Price, M&A Markets
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNL-4XStk_8

Interview Video: Changes in the Economy and Impact on Business Valuations
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WYEmobfOxpk

RiskCommunities is a unique offering built on powerful platforms that help busy managers respond to the opportunities that lie ahead. Expert perspectives on topics including legal, accounting and finance, valuation methods, funding, M&A, technology, higher education and risk management offer timely insights on trends that are reshaping the landscape for the technology industry, their business advisors and the impact on risk management.

Julie Davis, founder of RiskCommunities, concluded that the time has come for technology firms to expand their view of risk management and the benefits it can offer. You can view and register for the RiskCommunities blog and broadcast channel at and http://www.youtube.com/riskcommunities

Media contact:

Julie K. Davis, 408-439-2654

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