Feb 28, 2008 – Simulations International, a global provider of consulting, simulations and emerging technologies for learning, announced today a strategic partnership with Sophia Associates to deliver custom talent management programs that incorporate leadership development, coaching and diversity with simulation for customers.

The partnership blends Simulations International's deep knowledge and experience using simulations and technology with Sophia Associates expertise in leadership, coaching and talent development methodologies to offer companies an innovative and engaging way to develop and train their employees.

"Leadership and talent development are the most critical issues that will drive changes in business over the next five years" said Lori Kavle, President and CEO of Simulations International. "We are very excited about our partnership with Sophia Associates. The depth and breadth of their programs and methodology for talent development is unmatched. The benefit to both of our customers is that we can now offer solutions that combine custom scenario-based simulations specific to the customer's issues and needs that create higher levels of engagement for participants to practice leadership and coaching skills in a workshop setting or in a stand-alone environment."

"Simulations offer risk-free, virtual environments that are highly engaging, intrinsically motivating, scalable and accessible to address a new generation of employees" said Alicia Rodriguez, President of Sophia Associates. "Employees are more tech-savvy than ever and they expect engaging and interactive programs for their continued learning and leadership development. By offering a combination of facilitation, coaching and custom computer-based simulations, we can support a high-impact learning environment for all levels of employees. Human touch and high technology are leveraged for the most sustainable talent development to create learning that is highly engaging with the added value of both real and virtual coaching and feedback."

About Simulations International, LLC Simulations International is a global company that works with corporations and government agencies that want to utilize simulations, emerging technologies, virtual worlds and gaming for an innovative approach to Corporate Strategy, Enterprise Risk Management, Business Acumen, Leadership, Sales Skills and Talent Development. Simulations International offers consulting services as well as design and development of programs for blended, simulated, mobile, social and virtual environments. By utilizing the best consultants, technologies and workshops, we help our clients drive change: From executives to employees to your customers, to build a more productive and profitable workplace. For more information, please visit http://simulationsintl.com.

About Sophia Associates Sophia Associates, Inc. is an international leadership development firm that provides executive coaching and customized on-demand learning services that awaken leadership within, strengthen executive performance levels, create opportunities for personal learning and develop high performing teams. For more information, please visit http://sophia-associates.com.

Simulations International, a provider of simulations, emerging technologies, gaming and virtual learning environments, announced today that Lori Kavle, President and CEO of Simulations International, will speak at the December 20th, 2007 Women In Technology's WITConnect Forum at the Mclean Hilton, in Mclean VA. Ms. Kavle will speak on "Business Avatars-Utilizing Simulations and Emerging Technology for Talent Development". Ms. Kavle will discuss the use of avatars and demonstrate several interactive simulations and technologies that offer risk-free, virtual environments that are highly engaging, intrinsically motivating, scalable and accessible to address a new generation of employees.

"Leadership and talent development is one of the most critical issues that will drive changes in business over the next five years" said Ms. Kavle. "Employees are more tech-savvy than ever and they expect engaging and interactive programs for their continued learning and leadership development. Avatars are a great way to engage the user." Ms. Kavle will discuss what Business Avatars are, and how they can be incorporated into workshops, simulations, gaming and emerging technologies to create a more highly skilled workforce. The goal is to provide WITConnect participants innovative options for training, leadership and talent management programs.

The WITConnect Forum takes place on Thursday, December 20, 2007 from 6:00 - 8:30pm at the Hilton McLean located at 7920 Jones Branch Drive, McLean, VA 22102. Please visit www.womenintechnology.org/calendar_day.asp?date=12/20/07 for more information on the exciting program.

About Simulations International, Inc.
Simulations International, LLC (SI) is a global company that works with corporations and government agencies that want to utilize simulations, emerging technologies, virtual worlds and gaming for an innovative approach to learning and IT. We deliver engaging programs for leadership, business acumen, talent development, customer service, overall skills and product training to help you leverage business performance and profitability. Simulations International offers consulting, design, development and implementation of programs for blended, simulated, mobile, virtual and social networking environments. By utilizing the best technologies and workshops, we help our clients drive change; From executives to managers to employees to your customers- to build a more productive and profitable workplace.

About Women in Technology
Women in Technology (WIT) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to offering women involved in all levels of the technology industry a wide range of professional development and networking opportunities. One of the organization's main goals is to create a forum where women in technology can be recognized and promoted as role models. The organization's values are embodied in its tag line: Connect. Lead. Succeed. WIT was founded in 1994 and has nearly 1,000 members. For more information, please visit WIT's web site, www.womenintechnology.org.

For More Information, Contact:
Lori Kavle
Simulations International, LLC
(410) 268-7371
www.simulationsintl.com

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Virtual Worlds Management, the leading media company tracking the virtual worlds industry, has announced findings from a comprehensive study of accountable transactions that venture capital, technology and media firms have invested more than $1 billion dollars in 35 virtual worlds companies in the past 12 months, from October 2006 to October 2007.

Of the $1 billion, $196.8 Million was invested in 33 companies. Significant investors in the space include Redpoint Ventures, Charles River Ventures, Intel, and Rustic Canyon Partners. Media companies are also making sizable investments, including Disney, CBS, Time Warner, and GE/NBC Universal's Peacock Equity Fund. The remaining $810 million went to two acquisitions: Walt Disney's $700 million acquisition of Club Penguin and Intel's $110 million acquisition of 3D virtual worlds graphics technology company, Havok.

"Investors are not just venture capital firms, but also include major technology, media and entertainment companies," said Christopher Sherman, Executive Director of Virtual Worlds Management. "The amount of money invested in this period of time is staggering. We don't see any slowing in the market adoption of virtual worlds technologies and expect investment in the space to continue. In fact the market is growing significantly, with the rate of adoption of virtual worlds increasing as the technology matures and has more to offer both consumers and enterprise customers."

Investment spanned the entire virtual worlds value chain, including technology platform companies, virtual worlds developers, service providers and tools providers. Business models of the companies raising capital vary, ranging from advertising and subscriptions to virtual item sales, to enterprise software licensing, hosting and services.

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