Casino World, Inc. Announces The Election of Pete Fountain To Its Board of Directors
PR NEWSWIRE - August 15, 2002 20:32
MADEIRA BEACH, Fla., Aug 15, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Europa Cruises Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: KRUZ) announced today that Mr. Pete Fountain was elected to the Board of Directors of Casino World, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Europa Cruises Corporation.
Mr. Fountain is a lifelong resident of the Mississippi/New Orleans area and rose to national prominence following his appearance on the Lawrence Welk Show in the 1950's. Mr. Fountain has performed for various Presidents, dignitaries and the Pope and has appeared on numerous radio and television shows throughout the world, including the Johnny Carson Show on which he appeared many times. Mr. Fountain has recorded over ninety albums and has received numerous musical awards and accolades in the course of his career, including an Emmy. Mr. Fountain was featured on PBS as one of the "Legends of Mississippi." Mr. Fountain is a regular performer in New Orleans and at casinos on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi.
Deborah A. Vitale, President and Chairman of the Board, commenting on the appointment of Mr. Pete Fountain to the Board of Casino World, Inc., stated: "The Company is proud to have a man of Mr. Fountain's world renown associated with its Diamondhead, Mississippi project, not only as a shareholder, but now, as a Director. Mr. Fountain is a recognized legend in a state where the Company will eventually operate. We are lucky to be associated with a man who occupies such a unique place in Mississippi. The Company appreciates Mr. Fountain's tremendous assistance to date and looks forward it its future association with this musical giant." |
