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Think About It. Barry Spiegelman Memorial Golf Classic Benefits Brain Cancer Research

Posted on: Monday, 9 March 2009, 07:30 CDT

DALLAS, March 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Inspired by Beryl Co-Founder Barry Spiegelman who lost his battle with brain cancer in September 2005, The Beryl Institute is hosting the second annual Barry Spiegelman Memorial Golf Classic and Fundraiser on March 31 at Sky Creek Ranch Golf Club in Keller, Texas. To celebrate his life and the treatment he received, proceeds from the tournament will be presented to UCLA's Neuro-Oncology Program, Art of the Brain.

"Barry made a lasting impact on all who knew him, and his contributions helped make Beryl the company it is today," said Beryl CEO Paul Spiegelman, Barry's brother and business partner. "Through this tournament, we are able to honor his memory and support an organization that does so much for people battling brain cancer; all while engaged in one of Barry's favorite activities."

Tournament fees of $150 per individual or $600 per foursome include course fees, contest awards and a dinner reception. Limited sponsorships ranging from $500-$5,000 are available. Information and registration is available at www.barryspiegelmanmemorial.com.

About Art of the Brain

A nonprofit organization, the mission of Art of the Brain is to raise money for brain cancer research, raise public awareness, and spotlight the talent, strength and courage of brain cancer patients. Art of the Brain was founded by Judi Kaufman, an international community activist and a brain cancer survivor, and Dr. Timothy Cloughesy, Director of the UCLA Neuro-Oncology Program. Money raised through Art of the Brain has helped Dr. Cloughesy develop one of the premier research laboratories in the world, where he partners with neurologists, neurosurgeons, neuroscientists, and cancer researchers to eradicate this often-fatal disease.

About Beryl

Founded in 2006, The Beryl Institute is the research and educational arm of The Beryl Companies, the leading provider of outsourced call center services in healthcare. The mission of The Beryl Institute is to improve customer service in healthcare. Follow @berylinstitute on Twitter.

SOURCE The Beryl Institute

Source: PR Newswire

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