"SARTONK" PREMIER BELT MAKER OF THE WBA, IBF, WBO AND IBO CONFIRMED FOR THE INAUGURAL BOX FAN EXPO TO TAKE PLACE THIS SEPTEMBER IN LAS VEGAS

MEET AND GREET the world's biggest fighters, promoters and industry people at the first time, one of a kind event For Immediate Release        Las Vegas (JULY 30th, 2014)- SARTONK the premier belt maker of the WBA, IBF, WBO and IBO have confirmed that they will appear and have a Booth to Meet and Greet boxing fans at the inaugural Box Fan Expo this September at the Las Vegas Convention Center during the Mayweather vs Maidana rematch fight weekend.  SARTONK was founded in 2009, to safeguard a boxing legacy that dates back nearly four decades. In the late 1970s, Ardash Sahaghian was invited to apply his training as a jeweler to the modernization of championship boxing belts. The most visible of his works are the WBA, IBF, WBO, IBO, and Ring belt designs. During the tenure of his grandson, Edward S. Majian, SARTONK has preserved the classics and created contemporary designs, carrying the legacy into mainstream appreciation. Acting on the belief that champions deserve nothing less, SARTONK has elevated "the belt" to a work of art.  Featured in ESPN The Magazine in 2013, and, most recently, a recipient of a FedEx Small Business Grant award, SARTONK has gained international recognition not only for its expertise, but also, its company philosophy, which is based on integrity, community, and social contribution. SARTONK's annual Ali-King Award encourages critical thinking and writing among boxing's youth. While maintaining its high standards of design and craftsmanship, SARTONK uses its position in the boxing industry as a force for good. Quote from President Edward S. Majian :    " I strongly believe in the vision of the Box Fan Expo. Such an event is long overdue, and SARTONK is proud to be a part of the inaugural expo. This is all about community" Every year, one of the biggest boxing weekends of the year is Mexican Independence Day. In 2014, that weekend has just got bigger, better and more fan accessible with the announcement of the FIRST-EVER BOX FAN EXPO.  Box Fan Expo will take place on Saturday, September 13th, 2014 at the Las Vegas Convention Center and will run from 10am to 6pm.  To Purchase tickets click: http://www.BoxFanExpo.eventbrite.com/  Box Fan Expo is the ultimate fan experience that was created to promote the entire boxing industry and to allow fans to celebrate, Meet and Greet their favorite boxers and boxing celebrities. The event will feature boxing legends, today's superstars, Hall of Famers, future prospects and the stars of today all under one roof.  The event will also feature major promoters, ring card girls, sanctioning organizations as well as trainers, referees, commentators and announcers. Anyone that directly or indirectly represents the sport of boxing will have a chance to showcase themselves to the boxing fans and whole industry. Also in attendance will be exhibitors, sponsors, television broadcasters and media. Box Fan Expo will also feature different activities such as autograph sessions, photo ops, weigh in, face off with your favorite fighters and buy merchandise.  Throughout the next several months, there will be weekly updates on the many stars that have already committed their appearance at the Box Fan Expo.  For anyone in the industry who would like to be involved and reserve a booth, contact  Box Fan Expo at: U.S.A Telephone Number: (702) 997-2099 or (514) 572-7222 Email: info@boxfanexpo.com  For more info go to: www.boxfanexpo.com  Follow Box Fan Expo on twitter: https://www.twitter.com/BoxFanExpo Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BoxFanExpo Box Fan Expo is committed to helping the Retired Boxers Foundation which is a nonprofit organization that helps improve the quality of life for retired fighters. This is a fantastic opportunity for sponsors, retailers and anybody involved in the boxing industry to get involved and be a part of this once in a lifetime event and help out this great cause. Box Fan Expo is proud to announce that part of the proceeds from the event will help the Retired Boxers Foundation.

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SARTONK Releases New Belt for Gleason's Gym

 

 

June 11, 2012, Union City, New Jersey -- The first and second of June 2012 marked a milestone in the 75 year history of Gleason's Gym, located in Brooklyn, New York. During its second annual Master's Tournament, the landmark boxing gym presented winners with their new designer "Master's Champion" belt.

Bruce Silverglade, owner and President of the gym, commissioned SARTONK to design the Gleason's belt. "Bruce wanted the history of the gym -- the oldness -- to be represented in the belt. We loved this idea, and wanted to add a freshness to the belt as well," commented Edward S. Majian, President of Sartonk Designs. The end product is a white mini-belt with brass antiqued metal. The medallion is a recreation of Gleason's famous logo, with its signature dangling boxing gloves. 

"I was sure that the belt designed for Gleason's Gym by SARTONK was going to be nice. However, I am totally blown away at the beauty and quality of the finished product. This belt far exceeds the level of excellence that I imagined," commented Silverglade. Majian was invited to the ring to present SARTONK's creation to one of the winners. 

"We're proud to have created an award for such an historically significant gym. And Gleason's is beyond a gym. It's a community for anyone interested in the sport of boxing. It's been an honor for us to be welcomed into this community," reflected Hasmig Tatiossian, Executive Manager at Sartonk Designs.

Speaking about his relationship with SARTONK, Silvergrade said, "Both Ed and Hasmig made my experience of dealing with SARTONK a real pleasure. Their professionalism in design and in handling a new client made our new found relationship a success and one that I will continue with for a long time."

"This belt is only the beginning. There are currently other beautiful designs in the works for Gleason's," commented Majian.

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As the oldest boxing gym in the world, Gleason's Gym has served as a training ground for 131 world champions. Legendary boxers like Jake LaMotta, Roberto Duran, and Muhammad Ali have stepped out of Gleason's rings and gone on to fight some of the most historic bouts of the 20th century. They've won World Titles and walked away bearing the championship belts that have become the symbols of the boxing industry.

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L to R: Edward S. Majian, Bruce Silverglade, Ardash Sahaghian