Smart Bet Announces 4th Annual Charity Poker Tournament in Support of Education and Entrepreneurs

CHICAGO, IL, Aug 17 (MARKET WIRE) --
The Smart Bet Charitable Foundation is pleased to announce that this
year's Smart Bet Charity Poker Tournament will take place September 17 at
6 p.m. at the Chicago Cultural Center. In its fourth year, the tournament
hopes to raise over $100,000 in support of local charities that foster
future entrepreneurial leaders.

"Each year, the tournament has grown allowing for greater support to key
local groups," said Joe Jablonski, Smart Bet Foundation Chairman. "We
understand it is a difficult economic time, but the support of
entrepreneurs will help the Chicago business economy grow for years to
come."

Organizations supported by the tournament include the Chicago Academy of
Advanced Technology (www.chicagotechacademy.org), Future Founders
(www.chicagolandec.org/futurefounders) and i.c. stars (www.icstars.org).

All funds raised during the evening go to support the charities. Whether a
card shark or a beginner player, the event is a fun evening for
participants to network within a unique setting unlike typical business
events.

This year's sponsors include CompTIA, K&L Gates, Kirkland & Ellis, OCA
Ventures and Silicon Valley Bank.

To register and to find out more, visit www.smartbet.org. Tax-deductable
donations are $250 for a seat and $2500 for a table.

About Smart Bet

The Smart Bet Charitable Foundation (www.smartbet.org) was founded by a
group of dedicated entrepreneurs who have been getting together regularly
since 2004 to network and discuss the entrepreneurial climate in the city
of Chicago. The mission of Smart Bet is to support urban education in
Technology and entrepreneurship.

Contact:
Fred Hoch
Illinois Technology Association
312.924.1062
fhoch@illinoistech.org

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