MICHAEL BASSICK - CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Michael Bassick is an entrepreneur/financier with over 20 years of experience in finance and media. Mr. Bassick has served as CEO of a number of film finance companies and has managed film investment funds as well as advised high-net-worth and institutional investors on film investments. Mr. Bassick has been involved in financing over 25 feature films representing more than $420 million in invested capital and $535 million in global box office, including the Oscar winning Hacksaw Ridge. Michael has been instrumental in constructing the finance plans and closing various sources of capital for feature films and has developed relationships with the top talent agencies, producers, foreign sales companies, and distributors. In addition, he has actively produced a few films and is an international speaker and expert on film finance.

MICHAEL LAUNDON - CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Born on the south coast of England, Michael Laundon has always enjoyed a passion for cinema. During his youth he made many short films with friends and always knew this was his world. A decision not to begin university after being accepted to study Film & Media proved to be wise, as Michael founded World of Books in 2002. Over the next 16 years World of Books would become the largest online buyer and seller of used books in the world, while simultaneously raising million of pounds for charity. After selling a majority interest in World of Books, Laundon has transitioned his entrepreneurial pursuits towards M2. Away from business, Laundon enjoys football (European), cycling, reading, photography, and spending time with family..

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