I am a serial entrepreneur, investor in new ventures and real estate with a love of all things related to Movie, TV, Film and Commercial Video Production, Technology, Marketing, Real Estate and Flying. Our most recent enterprise is an FAA Licensed Cinematic Aerial Drone Video Production company called Ascent. Ascent Cinematography does full service high definition videos for Real Estate, Commercials, Music Videos and Film Applications. In addition to being a full service production company we also are a "gun for hire" for studios and other production companies seeking high quality aerial drone videography to supplement their operations. As a licensed Private Pilot since the age of 18, I have a keen appreciation for flying full size aircraft. As a long time radio control airplane, helicopter and recently, quad, hexi and octocopter drone pilot (UAS) I love being involved in our productions and personally being on set to act as chief pilot for our most challenging shoots. Having spent over 15 years working as a partner in real estate investment and various firm production companies, including on set work, camera time and editing, I bring a very unique blend of skills to our operation. Business & Mergers and Acquisitions 20+ years in C Suite & Board Member level management. Extensive track record in tough deal negotiation & closing in M & A, SMB transactions ranging from $250k-$100m. Over 100 deals closed. Start up manager and turn-around specialist, able to see value and implement operational plans and marketing plans to add value to business operations. Excellent strategist with solid marketing, branding, sales and operations skills. Series 7 & 66 Licensed Stock Broker with Prudential Securities 1999. Actively involved in local charity and business activities / groups.

BSBA @ University of Phoenix From 1999 to 2002 Bachelor's Degree @ Century University From 1997 to 1998 BSBA @ California State University-Northridge From 1982 to 1987 High School @ Granada Hills Charter High School Kurt Von Strasser III is skilled in: Real Estate, Real Estate Investor, Real Estate Transactions, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Planning, Business Development, Venture Capital, Entrepreneurship, Mergers, Marketing Strategy, Security Management, Integration, Access Control, Product Development, Start-up Ventures