Online Poker

The first annual Poker Maven Awards has begun voting, and will be coordinated by the Woman Poker Player Magazine. The event aims to recognize achievements of women in poker, and contributions made for the continuing increase of female poker players.

The awards will cover a wide range of areas pertaining to women in poker, with recognition given to the most female-friendly online poker room, as well as an award for the poker employee that has contributed the most to promote the growth of women in poker. The top female poker player for 2009 will also be announced.

The editing manager of Woman Poker Player, Maryann Morrison, is the brainchild behind the Poker Maven Awards, and is keen on continuing the trend of encouraging more women to play poker.

"I wanted to do something to push the poker industry to start thinking more about the women who play. It doesn't mean that the industry needs additional women's only events, there are other ways to market to the female demographic. It equates to the recognition and support of women, their potential, and their advancement in this industry."

Everyone can have their say on who they feel is most deserving of each award, and voting will continue until March 31. At the end of the selection period, all votes will be compiled and announced soon after.

If you would like to vote in the inaugural Poker Maven Awards, you can do so by heading over to the Woman Poker Player website here.

What are you thoughts on the continuing promotion of women in poker, and will you be making your voice heard through the Poker Maven Awards? Let us know by commenting below!

- TheDoctor