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Simon Benton

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Vice President, TCG Sales at The Pokémon Company International
📍 United Kingdom

Simon Benton is a Vice President at The Pokémon Company International with over 15 years of experience in global sales and marketing for licensed entertainment products. He has a history of leading international teams at major brands like Panini and The Topps Company. Colleagues have described him as smart, hard-working, and a results-driven leader.

Simon is a parent of former students at Sheldon School, where he has been actively involved with the schools Pokémon Club, sharing insights and donating prizes for events. He speaks to students about the importance of curiosity and creativity, encouraging them to question the status quo to forge their own unique paths.

He was a guest speaker at a school awards evening, emphasizing community, education, and creativity.

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Experience
34 Years
Current Role
Vice President, TCG Sales
Job Level
Senior
Location
United Kingdom
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Global Brand Licensing
His career is built on managing licensed sports and entertainment products for world-leading brands like Pokémon, Panini, and Topps across international markets.
International Market Growth
Currently focused on expanding Pokémon TCG sales across Europe and has previously led teams to achieve record sales in over 85 countries.
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Career

Work history

9-2016
Vice President, TCG Sales
The Pokémon Company International
1-2012 - 9-2016
Sales & Marketing Director - International Markets
The Topps Company
5-2007 - 11-2011
Group Sales & Marketing Director, International - Worldwide
Panini
10-2003 - 4-2007
Head of Magazine and Collectables
Panini
6-2001 - 10-2003
National Account Manager
Seymour Distribution
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Education
2005 - 2007
Diploma in Magazine Publishing
Periodical Publishers Association
1988 - 1990
HND
Birmingham City University
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