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Old 01-23-2008, 10:11 AM
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Press Release Source: Vega Promotional Systems, Inc.


Vega Expands 'Bob the Butcher' Brand to Include Online Poker Academy
Wednesday January 23, 9:00 am ET


LOND*** Jan. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- VEGA PROMOTIONAL SYSTEMS, INC. (OTC Pink Sheets: VGPM - News) today announced it has entered into a Licensing Agreement with ButcherPoker, LTD to launch an online poker academy featuring "Bob the Butcher".


Vega owns the Right of Personality for Bob Clark, a.k.a. "Bob the Butcher", one of professional poker's most colorful personalities.

The Agreement allows ButcherPoker, LTD to launch the "Butcher Poker Academy" that will provide both land-based and online tutoring of No Limit Texas Hold'em to players from all over the world. The Academy will offer instruction that will increase the knowledge and quality of play for beginners and give them the confidence to expand their game to new levels.

In addition to online instructi*** ButcherPoker, LTD will hold "mini camps" that will give players the opportunity to test their skills against other players in a live, non-intimidating environment. Players will learn everything from the game's fundamentals to advanced poker strategy.

Vega will receive a Licensing Fee for each player that attends the Academy.

Michael Herr*** Vega CEO stated, "We're excited to expand the "Bob the Butcher" brand to this new audience. Bob's knowledge of the game will make everyone that participates a better poker player. By combining online instruction with the land-based mini-camps, players will increase their playing ability and won't feel intimidated to sit down at a table with seasoned players. This is a great opportunity for players that are new to No Limit Texas Hold'em. With the number of new players increasing every day, this Agreement has the potential to provide substantial revenue to the Company."
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