ARHT Media Closes $2 Million Operating Debt Facility with Sallyport Commercial Finance

TORONTO, June 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARHT Media Inc. ("ARHT" or "the Company") (TSXV:ART), (OTCQB:ARHTF) the global leader in the development, production and distribution of high-quality, low latency hologram and digital content, today announced that it has entered into an accounts receivable facility with Sallyport Commercial Finance ("Sallyport") for up to C$2 million.   Under the terms of the agreements signed with Sallyport, the Company can draw down up to $2 million CAD based on its accounts receivable and inventory balances and includes other terms such as the ability to repay the facility at any time without penalty. This line of credit comes with a one-year term and an annual interest rate of approximately 14%. The loan proceeds will be used to fund working capital, and the facility is secured by accounts receivable and inventory assets. In addition, the Company's subsidiaries have provided guarantees on the facility.

Larry O'Reilly, CEO of ARHT Media, stated that "the additional capital available under this credit line will provide flexibility in working capital during this growth stage of ARHT Media's development. We are very pleased to secure this non-dilutive capital and appreciate the support from our tremendous partner, Sallyport Commercial Finance."

About ARHT 

ARHT is a pioneer and the global leader in live hologram technology. Thanks to its patented end-to-end technology, executives, medical experts, educators, entertainers, and thought leaders can travel at the speed of light to any destination.

ARHT was founded in 2014 and is publicly traded on the TSX Venture Exchange. ARHT has offices in North America, Europe and Asia and operates from its own studios in locations from Toronto to Sydney, as well as a large network of partner studios in every region. 

About Sallypoint Commercial Finance

Sallyport Commercial Finance is an independently owned and operated, national leader in specialty finance. Sallyport works with entrepreneurial business owners to help them get access to the capital they need to grow. Offering a wide range of programs based on Accounts Receivable capabilities, Sallyport creates custom-tailored solutions that are as unique as the clients and businesses they work with.

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ARHT trades under the symbol "ART" on the TSX Venture Exchange.

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