"The Company realized substantial growth in 2009, sanctioning 362 events under its Canadian Poker Tour (CPT) brand up from 71 since it acquired the tour in 2008 and looks to increase that number to over 560 events in 2010. With the success of its magazine (Canadian Poker Player) and the upcoming launch of its online poker television network, the Company expects continued growth in infrastructure and revenues in 2010.
HDUP is ramping up their investor relations activities and we expect news and trading activity with HDUP to continue to grow in the coming weeks. Put HDUP on your watchlist and keep an eye on the company and their news!"
HeadsUp Entertainment International Inc. is a global media and entertainment company engaged in the creation of branded entertainment through the development, production and marketing of televised programming based on poker and other entertainment themes. To date, our operations have principally revolved around the creation of our Canadian Poker Tour brand through the production and licensing of a reality television series exhibited on Rogers Sportsnet and Score TV.
We believe that we have strengthened the Canadian Poker Tour brand through our relationships with numerous prestigious casinos, many of which have long-established poker tournaments, our ability to attract well-known, established professional poker players to our tournaments, and our ability to build excitement and identification among a core audience of amateur poker players by giving a broad range of amateurs the ability to compete for seats at our tournaments.
World Class Gaming
Creating world class sports and entertainment experiences targeted at the global marketplace. Through a blend of unique formats and unprecedented player experiences HeadsUp Entertainment will strive to make each tournament an international benchmark for poker enthusiasts… and a “must attend” for poker superstars around the world.
Company Objectives
The company's managment is dedicated to a growth strategy through horizontal and vertical market integration. Acquisitions are a key component to building cashflow, assets and shareholder value.
Kelly B. Kellner - President, Founder and Chief Operating Officer
Mr. Kellner has been instrumental in establishing the business of headsup entertainment inc. for the production of made-for-TV poker tournaments and other entertainment properties. He produced and hosted a weekly television program marketing real estate in Winnipeg in 1990 and has more than 12 years experience working in corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions in the international public markets. He is an avid poker player and has a strong desire to provide Canadian poker players with the opportunity to develop into world-class competitors.
Gregory F. Genge, MBA -
Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Genge has an extensive background in entrepreneurial business growth and development, most notably as former Founder and CEO of the International Dynavar Group of Companies. Under his leadership and vision, Mr. Genge put together over a decade of 50-100% growth years, having surpassed over $50M USD in revenue in a downturn market, then in 2006 he sold the company. Since then, Mr. Genge has been selling private jets and recreational property as well as acting as a Business Growth Consultant for hire. He is an avid poker player, holds a Masters Degree in Business Administration from Queens University, has been awarded multiple Entrepreneur of the Year awards, and has a substantive reputation as a visionary business leader. Mr. Genge is pleased to be in an active role as CEO where he feels very comfortable working to set strategic direction in developing a sustainable dominant market strategy for monetizing Poker in Canada.
Norman J.R. MacKinnon -
Chief Financial Officer
Mr. MacKinnon has been a Chartered Accountant in British Columbia for over 47 years and has extensive experience in taxation, specifically tax shelters in fields ranging from resource based industries to international television production and syndication. From 1972 to present, he has served as a director, primarily in a financial advisor or audit committee role, on the boards of numerous VSE, TSE, TSX Venture and NASDAQ public corporations. He was a senior partner in the accounting firm MacKinnon, Sapera, Lewis & McDonald from 1972 to 1984, which specialized in taxation matters and general accounting. Between 1982 and 1984, he served as CFO of Century II Productions Inc., the first Canadian syndicated variety program to be syndicated in the US and successful in television tax shelters. In 1984 he became the sole practitioner of the Chartered Accounting firm, NJR MacKinnon, specializing in tax planning, CFO positions and controllership of emerging public companies. He has served on various committees of the BC Institute of Chartered Accountants.
Recent HDUP News
January 21 -
HeadsUp Entertainment International Inc.: Richard Webb Repeats As Canadian Poker Tour National Champion
HeadsUp Entertainment International Inc (PINK SHEETS:HDUP) In a weeklong series of poker tournaments and parties, the 2010 Canadian Poker Tour's Kickoff Series was held at the Deerfoot Inn and Casino in Calgary. A series of 6 events featured over 500 entrants and prize pools exceeding $400,000. The weekend was capped off with the CPT Players Championship event in which the top 50 points earning players from across the country in 2009 competed for $250,000 in sponsorship contracts for the 2010 season from the CPT. The event featured a player friendly structure with 20,000 in starting chips and one hour blind levels and was witness to some of the tightest play witnessed this year in Canadian Poker.
After 2 solid days of play this year's champion was no stranger to success as Richard Webb from Grand Bend, Ontario repeated as champion and will reign for another year as Canada's top player. With his victory, Richard again wins a one year sponsorship contract from the CPT which allows him to play in events around the world in 2010 representing Canada and the CPT. This year 5 subsidiary contracts were also awarded worth $25,000 to represent Team CPT across Canada in 2010. Winners of these contract were Jody Fayant (Edmonton), Steven So (Calgary), Bill Thomson (Calgary), James Werry (Winnipeg) and Mary Gabriel (Edmonton).
The Canadian Poker Tour has now launched its 2010 season which will feature over 560 events from coast to coast and is continuing to build its tournament infrastructure with new events about to be added. Players can join the tour by becoming a member of the CPT with a purchase of an annual member ship for $95 plus GST which includes an annual subscription to Canadian Poker Player Magazine, a starter pack of CPT merchandise, discounted registration fees to selected CPT events and players will accumulate points by cashing in any sanctioned CPT event.
The Canadian Poker Tour and Canadian Poker Player Magazine are owned and operated by HeadsUp Entertainment International Inc (PINK SHEETS:HDUP).
About HeadsUp Entertainment International Inc.
HeadsUp Entertainment International Inc. is a global media and entertainment company engaged in the creation of branded entertainment through the development, production and marketing of televised programming based on poker and other entertainment themes. For more information see the Company's websites www.headsupentertainment.com and www.canadianpokertour.tv.
HeadsUp Entertainment, Inc. Suite 1739 – 246 Stewart Green SW
Calgary, Alberta
T3H 3C8
Phone: 403-269-9039
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HeadsUp Entertainment International Inc. is a global media and entertainment company engaged in the creation of branded entertainment through the development, production and marketing of televised programming based on poker and other entertainment themes. To date, our operations have principally revolved around the creation of our Canadian Poker Tour brand through the production and licensing of a reality television series exhibited on Rogers Sportsnet and Score TV. 
