Mood Media Corporation Completes Sale of BIS to Econocom
Transaction Valued at Approximately $20.2 Million
Mood Media Corporation (“Mood Media,” “Mood” or “the Company”) (TSX:MM), the global leader in elevating Customer Experiences,
today announced that it has completed its previously announced sale of BIS to digital transformation design company, Econocom. BIS
is a European leader in Audio/Visual, Video and ICT integration that specializes in AV and ICT solutions, conference systems,
digital signage and room management.
As previously announced, the proceeds from the sale are $20.2 million in cash less escrow and fees.
“The completion of this transaction underscores our commitment to streamline Mood’s portfolio and operating infrastructure, and
dedicate Company resources and investments first and foremost toward solutions and opportunities that support and enhance our
businesses and drive the greatest benefits for Mood clients and stakeholders,” said Steve Richards, President and Chief Executive
Officer of Mood Media. “Closing this sale is an important step forward in improving our balance sheet, as we remain focused on
furthering Mood Media’s position as the clear global leader in elevating Customer Experiences.”
About Mood Media Corporation
Mood Media (TSX:MM) is the global leader in elevating Customer Experiences. With more than 500,000 active client locations
around the globe, Mood combines sight, sound, scent, social mobile technology and systems to create greater emotional connections
between brands and consumers. Mood’s clients include businesses of all sizes and market sectors, from the world’s most recognized
retailers and hotels to quick-service restaurants, local banks and thousands of small businesses. For more details: www.moodmedia.com.
About Econocom
Econocom designs, finances and oversees companies’ digital transformation. With over 10,000 employees in 19 countries and
revenue in excess of €2.5 billion, Econocom has all the requisite abilities to ensure the successful implementation of large-scale
digital projects: consulting, sourcing and technology management & financing of digital assets, infrastructure, application and
business solution services, and project financing. Econocom adopted European company status (Societas Europaea). The Econocom Group
share has been listed on Euronext Brussels since 1986. It is part of the BEL Mid and Family Business indices. For further
information: www.econocom.com.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws which is based
on the expectations, estimates and projections of management of the parties as of the date of this news release unless otherwise
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More particularly and without limitation, this press release contains forward-looking information concerning: the anticipated
receipt of regulatory approvals for the transaction; the ability of the parties to satisfy the other conditions to, and to
complete, the transaction; and the anticipated timing for the closing of the transaction. In respect of the forward-looking
information, the Company has provided such in reliance on certain assumptions that it believes are reasonable at this time,
including assumptions as to the ability of the parties to satisfy, in a timely manner, the conditions to the closing of the
transaction; and other expectations and assumptions concerning the transaction. The anticipated dates provided may change for a
number of reasons, including unforeseen delays in the time assumed or the need for additional time to satisfy the conditions to the
completion of the transaction, including the receipt of regulatory approval. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance
on the forward-looking information contained in this press release. Since forward-looking information addresses future events and
conditions, by its very nature it involves inherent risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from those
currently anticipated due to a number of factors and risks. Risks and uncertainties inherent in the nature of the transaction
include the failure of the Company to satisfy the conditions to the completion of the transaction, including regulatory approval,
in a timely manner or at all. Failure to so obtain regulatory approval, or the failure of the parties to otherwise satisfy the
conditions to or compete the transaction, may result in the transaction not being completed on the proposed terms, or at all.
Readers are cautioned that the foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. Additional information on other factors that could
affect the operations or financial results of Mood Media are included in reports on file with applicable Canadian securities
regulatory authorities. The forward-looking information contained in this press release is made as of the date hereof and the
Company undertakes no obligation to update publicly or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new
information, future events or otherwise, unless so required by applicable securities laws.
Mood Media Corporation
Investor Inquiries
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randal.rudniski@moodmedia.com
or
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