Simon Benton

Simon Benton is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in sales and marketing within the sports and entertainment sectors. Currently serving as Vice President of TCG Sales for EMEA at The Pokémon Company International since September 2016, Benton previously held the role of Sales & Marketing Director for International Markets at The Topps Company, where leadership of a team of International Marketing Managers facilitated successful product launches across over 60 countries. At Panini, as Group Sales & Marketing Director, Benton led a team to achieve record performance metrics and substantial revenue growth while expanding product distribution globally. Additional experience includes positions at Seymour Distribution and Smiths News, emphasizing national account management and service delivery improvements. Benton holds a Diploma in Magazine Publishing and an HND in Business & Marketing.