Rohm and Haas Company (NYSE:ROH) serves as the Fund’s strategic partner, and provides input in technology evaluation, global market analysis, deal sourcing and exit strategies. Rohm and Haas is represented on IVLP’s Advisory Board. The company is a worldwide producer of specialty materials with more than 100 plants and research facilities in 27 countries. Rohm and Haas technology is found in paint and coatings, adhesives and sealants, construction materials, personal computers and electronic components, household cleaning products and thousands of everyday products. Additional information about Rohm and Haas can be found at http://www.rohmhaas.com.

• A specialty materials company, with annual sales revenue of more than US $6 billion in 2003.

• Approximately 17,800 employees.

• More than 100 manufacturing, technical research, and customer service sites in 26 countries.

• Nearly $260 million in Research and Development spending.

• A public corporation founded in Philadelphia in 1909.

• Traded under the "ROH" symbol on the New York Stock Exchange.