January 16, 2009

SDR Ventures Facilitates Glass Distributor Merger

Denver, CO - January 2009 - SDR Ventures, Inc., a Denver-based investment banking firm, announced the successful merger of Glasscraft, Inc. ("Glasscraft") and Winship Designs, Inc. ("Winship")

Glasscraft is one of the leading suppliers of glassblowing equipment in the country. Glasscraft carries a complete and innovative line of tools, supplies, glass rod and tubing. Winship is a distributor of Simax and Chinese borosilicate rod and tubing, and color from the following companies: Northstar, Glass Alchemy, TAG, Momka, and Origin glass.

SDR Ventures served as the exclusive advisor to Glasscraft and assisted in several aspects of the transaction, including identifying and sourcing acquisition targets, developing the client s acquisition strategies, and assisting in the discussions and negotiations with Winship.

SDR Ventures, Inc.

About

A Colorado-based investment bank specializing in mergers and acquisitions, private placements of debt and strategic advisory services for the privately-held marketplace. SDR specializes in subordinated debt placements from $200,000 to $2,000,000 for growth capital, restructuring, and acquisition needs. Based in Greenwood Village, SDR has transaction and funding experience with lower middle-market companies in the Business Services, Manufacturing and Distribution industries.

Glasscraft, Inc.

About

Glasscraft, Inc. is a Colorado-based glassblowing equipment distributor. Established in 1970, the company is based at the edge of the Rocky Mountains in Golden Colorado and has a long-standing reputation for quality products and exceptional customer service. More information can be found at www.glasscraftinc.com