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Black Dog Promotions and Desert Poker Club Provide Promotional Support To TASER(TM) Foundation Poker Fundraiser

October 19, 2005, Tempe , AZ —Black Dog Promotions announced that it will provide promotional support through its poker marketing arm, Desert Poker Club (http://www.desertpokerclub.com ) to this year’s Taser ™ Foundation Poker Fundraiser.

Twenty lucky people will have the opportunity to play poker against the best, Phil Hellmuth, at a poker tournament hosted by the TASER Foundation to raise money for the families of fallen law enforcement officers. One hundred other players will get a chance to learn from the nine-time World Series of Poker Champion and participate in the general tournament.

The TASER Foundation, a non-profit foundation to honor fallen law enforcement officers, will hold its Texas Hold'Em Poker Tournament fundraiser on Saturday, November 5, 2005 at TASER International headquarters in Scottsdale , AZ. Major sponsors include the Poker Players Alliance, GT Distributors Inc of Austin , TX and Dittus Communications of Washington, DC. The event includes prizes to the top 10 finishers, a silent auction, cigar and martini bar and live entertainment with 100% of the net proceeds to go directly to support the families of fallen officers.

"We are thrilled to provide our promotional support to this great cause. With Phil Hellmuth's support, we anticipate an exciting and successful event to support our fallen officers," concluded Scott Kelly of Desert Poker Club and Black Dog Promotions.

In November 2004 TASER International Inc. established the TASER Foundation with a mission to honor the service and sacrifice of officers lost in the line of duty. The initial $1 million endowment was raised by TASER International and its employees. During the first year the TASER Foundation has granted $715,000 to over 140 families across the Untied States and Canada .

About The Desert Poker Club

The Desert Poker Club is the official destination for all poker events in Arizona and the southwest. The site keeps poker players and fans up to date on the latest tournaments, seminars and other events concerning the great game of poker. Whether your game is Texas Hold'em, Draw, stud or anything else, this is your place. Visit the Desert Poker Club at http://www.desertpokerclub.com

About Black Dog Promotions

Black Dog Promotions is a national marketing, advertising and event promotion firm that provides its services to businesses and events nationally. Details on the company’s services can be found at http://www.blackdogpromotions.com

Contact: Scott Kelly, Black Dog Promotions 480-206-3435 or via email at scott@blackdogpromotions.com

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