These companies should also possess a competitive advantage in their field, a comprehensive strategic plan and a strong management team. Coastal Holdings has two main resources to fulfill its vision. The first resource is financial strength as the Company has secured commitments from several major investors who are willing to fund the acquisitions. They are comprised of private investors and public, financial institutions. The current stage of funding is approximately $5M. The second resource is sound leadership. The management team is composed of technology experts and an experienced financial and marketing staff who are all committed to transforming Coastal Holdings into a dominant, leading-edge technology holding company.