The World Poker Association Forms Board of Trustees

The World Poker Association (WPA) announced today the formation of its board of trustees. In an election that took place February 25 to March 10, nine members were selected to serve terms from one to three years. The initial board members include: Annie Van Bebber, Chris Bigler, Wendeen Eolis, Jesse Jones, Mary Jones, Warren Karp, Lou Krieger, Marcel Luske and Harry Thomas.

The WPA is the only non-profit organization that unites all entities of tournament poker into a single, member-based sporting association. Understanding the concerns and needs of both individuals and organizations within the industry, the WPA, will reconcile tournament issues among all entities to establish uniform standards. The organization has already attracted top names in the international poker community to its membership roster including: Joe Beevers of the Hendon Mob, poker philanthropist Barry Greenstein, Casey Kastle, Kenna “Cowboy” James, “Kill Phil” Author Blair Rodman and world renowned Tournament Director, Matt.Savage.

“The WPA is designed to become the “PGA of Poker,” said Founder Jesse Jones. “Professional standards will position the WPA and tournament poker among the other great professional sports organizations of the world. We invite all members of the poker community to join us in the creation of the World Poker Association.”

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