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Newport Beach, California, March 21, 2006 — Stephen Spry, Masters Hall of Fame CEO and Founder announcing his departure as the head of the Masters Hall of Fame, appointing Daniel Hect as his replacement. Daniel Hect has assumed position as the C.E.O. of the Masters Hall of Fame as Stephen Spry stepped down from the position to pursue other opportunities.

Stephen Spry founded the Masters Hall of Fame in 2000 as a way to recognize Martial Arts Leaders for their contributions to the Martial Arts Community. "Over the last 6 years I seen the Masters Hall of Fame develop significantly, I am proud of what we have accomplished in the last six years. The Masters Hall of Fame has grown to the point were I had to make a choice between running KI International or the Masters Hall of Fame," Said Stephen Spry.

Over the last year Stephen Spry looked for someone that would take the Masters into the next decade. After a national search the Masters Hall of Fame names Daniel Hect as the CEO of the Masters Hall of Fame. Daniel Hect has an over 25 years in the martial arts and has a strong business background.

"I was very pleased to have been considered for the position, given the talent of Board Members. I am honored to have the opportunity to contribute to the business aspects of this World Class Event," said Daniel Hect, CEO Masters Hall of Fame.

The 2006 Masters Hall of Fame Awards Banquet is a Black Tie, Formal Event, and will be held on Saturday, August 26, 2006 at the Radisson Hotel in the City of Newport Beach, California. Leading martial artists from around the world are expected to attend.

The banquet will open with a Traditional Japanese Taiko drummer followed by a Dinner, Entertainment, and the Award Ceremony for the 2006 inductee class of the Masters Hall of Fame. Each inductee will receive a trophy and certificate presented by the Board Member that nominated them into the Masters Hall of Fame.

To join the hundreds of Martial Artist for this World Class Black Tie Event contact Lyn Walker, David Dye or get information from the Masters Hall of Fame website: www.mastershalloffame.com.

For further information about the Masters Hall of Fame Awards Banquet, please visit the website at www.mastershalloffame.com.

Contact David Dye for more insights into this topic. Direct line: (714) 557-6372
Email: Info@Mastershalloffame.com

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To register call: (714) 557-6372

For Additional Information, please contact:
David Dye
Public Relations Director, Masters Hall of Fame
Email: info@mastershalloffame.com
Website: www.mastershalloffame.com

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