Friday, March 26,2004—Benchmark Games, Inc. is very pleased to announce the appointment of John Bateman as Regional Sales Representative for the New England corridor.  John will be visiting  accounts in the northeast to insure the Benchmark Distribution network is constantly updated and aware of new, existing and soon to be released Benchmark product.

John is based in Rhode Island and is the owner of “ The World Oldest Penny Arcade” which was established in 1929.He has expanded his business into operating cranes and redemption games at locations in northern Rhode Island. As an owner operator, John feels he is very aware of industry trends and operator needs and concerns, bringing to Benchmark a necessary view point to help custom direct sales and service in this obviously high sales region.

“John has a been associated with electronic components and games throughout his carrier and understands the operation of our products as it relates to the end users needs. We are very pleased to have John join our sales force and believe Distributors and their sales associates will find John a big help in selling the Benchmark product,” commented Rich Long of Benchmark.

John can be reached at 401-765-7664 or  jbateman@benchmarkgames.com or contact Benchmark Games at 888-538-1000.