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Since its creation in 2000, Soundnet has built a solid reputation as one of Europe’s leading suppliers of audio and visual content to bars, clubs and other venues, specialising in bespoke music and video compilations that capture a Soundnet are a major partner of brand's unique personality. Quadriga Worldwide (the technology partner to many of Building on this successful foundation, we have developed a number of products and partnerships that deliver the world’s leading hotels) and complementary services, maximising sales and commercial opportunities whilst adding to customer experience. provide us with all our music needs. Whether it be audio or These include free Soundnet Wi-Fi , Background Music software, PayPlay Music packages for digital jukeboxes, music videos, we receive a Smart Quiz applications and more. fantastic service, with regular, Over 15,000 sites already benefit from Soundnet’s services, with clients including Arcadia Group, Virgin timely updates of material from Megastores (France), Mitchells & Butlers, Greene King and Marston’s. Whether we’re working with individual pub both well established and new landlords or national retail chains we’re passionate about providing state-of-the-art packages, tailor-made to recording artists. Always responsive, and efficient in maximise the potential of their businesses. meeting our requests, Soundnet are a great supplier to have on board, helping to meet our business objectives. Ian Macro, Quadriga

Headquartered in London, Soundnet is made up of experts from across the music, retail and technology industries; with decades of combined knowledge we use the latest technology to create the perfect atmosphere and experience.

Key staff We’ve worked with Soundnet for over 6 years and our video Simon Davis DIRECTOR jukebox content just gets better Prior to joining Soundnet, Simon set up his own digital record company FSV, which and better! Soundnet are great was the first UK label to release audio and video compilations onto a single CD. to work with, they are reliable, He is also former Marketing Manager of L&D records, the market leader in music efficient and go out of their way compilations via TV direct response channel. to deliver content that is not only Simon works closely with all the protection societies in creating the most current but relevant to our target favourable licences for the use of music in public locations. He has pioneered market. This in turn creates a many of the new digital music licences now in use across our industry. fantastic atmosphere in-store

News posts by Simon Davis » and enhances our customers shopping experience. Gladys Ikobonga, Burton Marketing, Martin Davis DIRECTOR Arcadia Group A former record producer, Martin’s influential career spans over 40 years in the Read all our client testimonials » entertainment industry focusing on Record and TV Production, Distribution, Music Publishing and the Digital Video industry. In 1977 Martin set up Radar Records which enjoyed worldwide success with artists such as Elvis Costello and Nick Lowe. Previous roles include Managing Director of United Artists Records and former Chairman of Island Records & Music Publishing, where he was responsible for signing the world’s most successful rock band - U2. Martin is a founding member and former Executive Council official of the British Phonographic Industry Association.

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James Luck COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR James was involved at the conception stage of the digital jukebox over 10 years ago, and as Soundnet’s Commercial Director brings more than 30 years experience of the pub and hospitality sector to the company. As Managing Director of Bell Amusements Ltd he operated thousands of jukeboxes, sound systems and other machines in hundreds of free and retail pubs and bars in the UK. His interests in technology and all things new media are central to the continual development of the services Soundnet offer. The on-line http://www.soundnet.net/about-us 1/2 30/6/2010 About us | Soundnet developments at the company are directly James’ responsibility along with pursuing business strategies and relations to make Soundnet’s services fresh, engaging and income generative.

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Toby Hoyte MARKETING MANAGER Toby has been with Soundnet since 1998. As Marketing Manager Toby is not only responsible for ensuring the Soundnet message is ‘received and understood’, but that the products and services we develop are relevant and what the customer needs. Toby believes on-going dialogue with customers is paramount.

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Lee Taylor HEAD OF MUSIC PROGRAMMING Lee has over a decade of experience and a passion for music. He ensures the ideal music is profiled for every update and every customer. From background music ‘mood playlists’ to jukebox money earners, Lee understands what music needs to be programmed. His contacts with the record industry ensure Soundnet get lots of audio and video pre-releases before they are sold in the stores, meaning your customers hear them first.

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Tom Arundel BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Tom is the Business Development Manager for retail solutions. With 20 years experience in the licensed trade in IT, Gaming, Operational and Commercial Management, he is well versed in the needs and pressures of your business. Tom’s responsibilities include existing services Soundnet Wi-Fi, Background Music, Payment Solutions and VOIP, and the development of future opportunities.

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Megan Grace-Hughes SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER Megan’s work involves liaising with customers to make certain their needs are being met. She ensures the right content is being provided to the right site and that all our customers’ requirements are effectively dealt with. She has a degree in Music Technology and is a singer/songwriter which gives her a unique understanding of the business. Megan has been with Soundnet since 2006.

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