Poker GirlsMuch more than just a poker blog...
As it has been announced earlier this week, Vanessa Rousso (member of the PokerStars pro team) has signed an endorsement deal with EQ Labs, the company thart produces EQ Energy drink. Rousso joins a whole team of celebrities already advertising “The Smart Energy Drink”.
[3]
Vanessa Rousso
EQ is a tablet that dissolves in any kind of beverage and provides instant energy. It is made of vitamins, Gingko Biloba and caffeine (but less than a cup of tea). You can have it in Mo Apple, Strawberry Dream and Lemon Lime flavors.
Vanessa is currently taking part in the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas, but she found some time to comment on the issue: “I’m so happy to be part of the EQ Energy team! I have been working with the CEO for a few weeks and really believe in the product and the company. The energy tablets are awesome. They taste great, are super portable, and of course, give me a real energy boost.”
Rousso admitted that she has also been using EQ tablets at the poker tables and loves them:
“As a professional poker player, my energy levels and mental acuity are of the utmost importance. If I lose my focus for just one second, it could cost me a tournament and millions of dollars. EQ keeps me alert and focused when my opponents are ready for bed.”
The deal between Vanessa and EQ Labs has a time frame of a year. In exchange, Rousso receives shares of the company.
“My deal with EQ is going to be across the board,” added Rousso. “I will do promotional events, commercials, and business development with my existing businesses and business relationships. I’ve always been an entrepreneur and can’t wait to start being involved in EQ marketing and promotion.”
Maurice Owens, Chief Executive Officer of EQ Labs, stated, “We are extremely happy to be able to announce that not only does Vanessa enjoy our product, but she also used the product at the world’s premier annual poker event. This deal with Vanessa allows us to reach a national television audience.”
[4]
Vanessa Rousso graduated from Duke University, where she studied game theory, which might be one of the reasons for her admiration of poker. Her first big money finish happened in 2006, when she placed seventh at the WPT and managed to win $263,625. Her largest winnings came in 2009, when she won the High-Roller Event at the PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT), earning herself $1,021,713.