Kerry Daigle has been a friend of the boxing community and a long time mentor to RBF Founder, Alex Ramos

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 27, 2005

[Simi Valley, CA] Alex "The Bronx Bomber" Ramos, Founder and President of the Retired Boxers Foundation, announced today that the Retired Boxers Foundation has appointed it’s newest Honorary Board Member, Kerry Daigle, a proud Cajun from Opelousas, Louisiana—and a successful entrepreneur since 1965. He hosts a weekly radio show "Keep Punching with Kerry Daigle", writes books, keeps a hectic speaking schedule and is a frequent guest on radio and television. He is also an international distributor with a neutriceutical company that operates in several countries around the world" found on www.kerrydaigle.com.

Kerry Daigle has been a mentor and advisor to Alex Ramos and the Retired Boxers Foundation for many years. "Kerry Daigle has been a successful business man and I respect his compassion for the sport of boxing and most importantly, his respect for the boxers. We are looking forward to learning from him," said Ramos. The Honorary Board of the Retired Boxers Foundation also includes:

James Carville International Political Consultant who lead President Clinton’s campaigns; Host of CNN’s "Crossfire and frequent guest on television and radio.

Col. Bob Sheridan International Boxing Commentator with over 750 Championship bouts, including the infamous Rumble in the Jungle and 10,000 plus televised boxing shows.

Judge Mills Lane Former Marine, lawyer and judge, and one of the most respected ring officials in professional boxing. Host of his own television show until suffering a debilitating stroke in 2003.

Frank Stallone Brother of Sylvester Stallone, but known in his own right as a great musician, actor and boxing historian.

Genaro "Chicanito" Hernandez Former world champion boxer and now boxing statistician with Compubox.

Ray "Boom Boom" Mancini Former world champion professional boxer and currently actor, director, producer and screenwriter.

Irish Micky Ward One of the best known present day boxers, now retired, who fought the best—including Arturo Gatti.

Ron Shelton Writer, Producer and Director famous for "White Men Can’t Jump," "Tin Cup," "Play it to the Bone" and as a contributing writer on the Academy Award winning "Million Dollar Baby."

Bill Farley Former broadcaster and writer and current Executive at Playboy Enterprises; Bill is one of Hugh Hefner’s right hand men and highly respected in the sports and entertainment fields.

Other Honorary Board Members include Bo Derek, Lolita Davidovich and Mickey Rooney who are all well-known actors.

Gary Litchfield Restaurateur, Entrepreneur, Ring Official and newest member of the Boxing Commission in Massachusetts.

Lt. Mike Indri, who started as an Honorary Board Member is now the East Coast Representative for the RBF. Indri is a Lieutenant with the West New York Police Department and is an accomplished boxing columnist and fundraiser.

Kerry’s tremendous knack for finding and developing talent extends beyond his core business and into his love affair with the sport of boxing. Kerry finds, coaches and develops promising young fighters, helping them to excel and rise through the professional ranks and into the big leagues. He uses this special gift in all areas of his life, as a mentor and teacher at home, in his businesses and other personal pursuits.

Jacquie Richardson, the Executive Director of the Retired Boxers Foundation said, "We are all looking forward to Kerry Daigle’s advice and counsel. His business and marketing expertise is a welcome asset to the RBF."

For more information:

Retired Boxers Foundation www.retiredboxers.org

Alex "The Bronx Bomber" Ramos: Founder and President of the Retired Boxers Foundation; 4-time New York Golden Gloves Champion; 1984 USBA Middleweight Champion; 1986 California Middleweight Champion; Member of the USA Boxing Team 1978-80; One of NBC’s "Tomorrow’s Champions. Became homeless and addicted to alcohol and drugs only to escape from what he calls "the darkness" and start the Retired Boxers Foundation to help retired professional boxers in the difficult transition from their glorious days in the ring to a dignified retirement.

Jacquie Richardson: Executive Director of the Retired Boxers Foundation. Grant writer with over twenty years experience who met Alex Ramos at a grand opening for a boxing gym where she had written a gang prevention grant using boxing as an incentive to stay in school. Richardson currently works part time for the Ventura County District Attorney where she coordinates services for victims of child molestation and abuse. Jacquie assisted Ramos in the establishment of the RBF and assists Alex in getting the word out about the Retired Boxers Foundation and its mission. Jacquie has written over $8.5 million in successful grant proposals to help the less fortunate.

For more information, please contact Alex Ramos at (805) 583-5890, or email rbfalex@ix.netcom.com.