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Last Fiscal Year Sales:$17.5M
- Private
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At BDA, we have a powerful story to tell a story of great achievements, great talent, and incredible breakthroughs, but most importantly, a story of positive customer experiences that increase the affinity people have with the brands we serve. We take the world's biggest brands into stadiums, family rooms, doctors' offices, and centers of commerce. Via the medium of merchandise, we let consumers see, touch, feel, and own our clients' brands in a way no other marketing permits. We stimulate an emotional and engaging exchange between people and a compelling real-world experience. With more than 500 employees and 27 locations worldwide, BDA is a full-service resource for branded merchandise.
CEO of Vulcan Sports & Entertainment
Tod LeiwekeNumber of Employees 219
Contact Information
15525 Woodinville Redmond Rd NE
Woodinville, Washington 98072-6977
(425) 492-6111
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NAICS Code Other Services Related to Advertising: 541890
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Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, Inc. Launches Merchandising Efforts and Web Store for Hit Debut Show American Idol
Business & Entertainment Editors WOODINVILLE, Wash.--BUSINESS WIRE--Aug. 13, 2002 Merchandise Agency's Expertise Sought Out to Quickly Deliver Exciting Fan Memorabilia Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, Inc. (BD&A), the nation's merchandise agency, has partnered with FremantleMedia, one of the largest international producers of entertainment programs and serial dramas...
Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, Inc. Earns Recognition as Top 150 Private Companies for Third Year in a Row
Business Editors WOODINVILLE, Wash.--BUSINESS WIRE--July 29, 2002 Merchandise Agency BD&A moves up in Washington CEO's rankings, based on revenue Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, Inc. has been recognized as one of the top private companies in Pacific Northwest by Washington CEO Magazine. The local publication's annual...
Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, Inc. Continues to Achieve Results in Northwest Business Community
Business Editors WOODINVILLE, Wash.--BUSINESS WIRE--July 29, 2002 Merchandise Agency, BD&A, Recognized in Puget Sound Business Journal's Largest 100 Private Companies list Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, Inc. (BD&A), the nation's premier merchandise agency has again found distinction in earning a place on the Puget Sound Business Journal's...
Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, Inc. Recognized as the Industry's First Merchandise Agency
Business Editors WOODINVILLE, Wash.--BUSINESS WIRE--July 29, 2002 Merchandise Agency BD&A Extends the Power of Advertising and Public Relations Agencies with Proven Results from Merchandising Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, Inc. (BD&A), the nation's premier full-service Merchandise AgencySM is positioned as the first merchandise agency of record. ...
Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, Inc. Co-Founder is Finalist for National Ernst and Young Award
Business Editors WOODINVILLE, Wash.--BUSINESS WIRE--July 29, 2002 Jay Deutsch's innovation earns recognition in Ernst & Young's 2002 Entrepreneur of the Year Awards to be Hosted by Jay Leno Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, Inc. (BD&A), the nation's premier full-service merchandise agency, announced today that for the second...
Bensussen Deutsch & Associates Extends Bobblehead Craze to the NBA
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Bensussen Deutsch & Associates Acquires Leading Entertainment Promotions Firm
Business Editors SEATTLE--BUSINESS WIRE--Feb. 19, 2002 BD&A's Purchase of Secret Identitee Introduces The Merchandise Agency'sR New Sports and Entertainment Marketing Division Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, Inc. (BD&A), the nation's premier full-service merchandise agency, announced today the acquisition of Los Angeles-based Secret Identitee Merchandising. The acquisition of...
Hear Me Out! Bensussen Deutsch & Associates Create New Board Game Exclusively for Starbucks; Game to be Unveiled At Toy Fair
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Multimedia Available: Hear Me Out! Bensussen Deutsch & Associates Create New Board Game Exclusively for Starbucks
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Pepsi Cola Names Bensussen Deutsch & Associates Primary Merchandise Provider for Core Promotions Program
Business Editors SEATTLE--BUSINESS WIRE--May 31, 2000 Pepsi Cola has selected Bensussen Deutsch & Associates (BD&A), a full-service merchandise agency, as the exclusive merchandise provider for the company's corporate catalog program. The exclusive agreement continues a partnership established in 1997. Throughout their partnership, BD&A has been helping Pepsi...
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Decision Makers
| Name (plus bio) | Position |
|---|---|
| Tod Leiweke | CEO of Vulcan Sports & Entertainment |
| Eric Bensussen | President |
| Drew Kanellopoulos | Chief Financial Officer |
| W Jeffrey Pardue | Senior Vice President |
| Alison Paisley | Vice President, Marketing |
| Jeff Hansen | Vice President & General Manager, Consumer Prods Division |
| Lucky Evani | Vice President, Sales, Consumer Products Division |
| Steve Avanessian | Vice President Sales & Alliances, Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, Inc |
| Frank Perkowski | Founder |
| Jon Wilkerson | Director of Development |
| Michael Moran | Senior Account Manager |
| Barry Deutsch | |
| Dan Sullivan | |
| Kurt Dicus | |
| Rick Rayl |
Board of Directors
| Name (plus bio) | Position |
|---|---|
| Jim Weber | Board of Directors |
| Robert F Felton | Board of Directors |
Tod Leiweke serves as CEO of Vulcan Sports & Entertainment where he oversees all of Paul Allen's sports-related properties including the Portland Trail Blazers, the Rose Garden Arena and Memorial Coliseum, as well as the Seattle Seahawks and associated properties.
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Bensussen-Deutsch & Associates Inc. | CEO of Vulcan Sports & Entertainment | Current |
| Seattle Sounders Fc | Current | |
| Bensussen-Deutsch & Associates Inc. | Board of Directors | Current |
| Rick Hansen | Board of Directors | Current |
| Vulcan Sports & Entertainment LLC | CEO | Former |
| Minnesota Hockey Ventures Group, L.P. | President | Former |
| PGA Tour, Inc. | Former |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Bensussen-Deutsch & Associates Inc. | President | Current |
| Bensussen-Deutsch & Associates Inc. | Co-Founder, COO & Vice President | Former |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Bensussen-Deutsch & Associates Inc. | Chief Financial Officer | Current |
| Drexel University | Bachelors In Business Administration | Former |
Mr. Pardue is senior vice president of BDA and is certified by the Academy of Board Certified Environmental Professionals. He is responsible for the company's Florida operations and serves as the principal-in-charge on many projects. Mr. Pardue's academic background is in aquatic biology with research in aquatic toxicity. He has diverse environmental experience serving as scientist, project manager, and as the chief environmental official in a Fortune 500 company. He has extensive experience in the electric power generation and transmission industry, and is recognized as an expert in environmental matters relating to this industry, serving as a scientist, expert witness, author of numerous technical papers, and providing testimony before the United States Senate. Mr. Pardue began his career at the TVA, conducting site selection studies for nuclear, steam, and hydroelectric facilities. He also conducted EA studies related thermal impact assessments, entrainment and impingement studies, chemical discharge assessments, T&E species studies, water quality, and biological impact studies. While at the TVA, Mr. Pardue earned recognition as an expert in the identification and ecology of freshwater mollusks. At Florida Power Corporation (FPC) beginning in 1984, Mr. Pardue conducted scientific studies, and negotiated and obtained over 200 permits including NPDES, dredge & fill, stormwater, air construction, and operation permits. For the six years prior to coming to BDA, Mr. Pardue was the chief environmental official for FPC and was fully responsible for all aspects of environmental policy, permitting, and compliance, including legislative and regulatory affairs both at the state and federal levels.
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Bensussen-Deutsch & Associates Inc. | Senior Vice President | Current |
| Breedlove, Dennis and Associates, Inc. | Senior Vice President, Brooksville | Current |
| Florida Power Corp | Chief | Former |
| Florida Power Corp | Director of Environmental Services | Former |
| Breedlove, Dennis and Associates, Inc. | Principal-In-Charge | Former |
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Former |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Bensussen-Deutsch & Associates Inc. | Vice President, Marketing | Current |
| San Diego State University | Bachelor's Degree In International Business | Former |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Bensussen-Deutsch & Associates Inc. | Vice President & General Manager, Consumer Prods Division | Current |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Bensussen-Deutsch & Associates Inc. | Vice President, Sales, Consumer Products Division | Current |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Bensussen-Deutsch & Associates Inc. | Vice President Sales & Alliances, Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, Inc | Current |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Business Development Advisory | President and Certified Management Consultant (Cmc) | Current |
| Bensussen-Deutsch & Associates Inc. | Founder | Current |
| Business Development Advisory | Founder | Current |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Bensussen-Deutsch & Associates Inc. | Director of Development | Current |
Michael is a Senior Account Manager for Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, a Merchandise Agency, working exclusively with Bank of America. A former two year captain on the Bentley College hockey team, he went on to play professionally for two seasons after school. Michael spent four years working for a consulting firm, The Yankee Group, handing its Chicago office. He has also held a National Account position with a small compliance firm and most recently a local brokerage firm.
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Bensussen-Deutsch & Associates Inc. | Senior Account Manager | Current |
| The Als Association Massachusetts Chapter | Board of Directors | Current |
Mr. Deutsch joined BD&A in 1988 and serves as Executive Vice President & New Business Development Division Manager. Mr. Deutsch is responsible for developing new strategic partnerships and alliances across numerous industries including pharmaceutical, financial, technology, and automotive industries. In addition, Mr. Deutsch also manages new business sales efforts, key relationships, and new market expansion. Mr. Deutsch has been an integral part of the success of BD&A from it's humble beginnings and has been instrumental in developing long-term relationships with FedEx, ExxonMobil and H&R Block. Mr. Deutsch attended the University of Washington.
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Bensussen-Deutsch & Associates Inc. | Current | |
| University of Washington | Former |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Bensussen-Deutsch & Associates Inc. | Current | |
| Siemens Business Services | Senior Vice President of Sales | Former |
| University of Washington | Bachelors Degree In Business Administration | Former |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Bensussen-Deutsch & Associates Inc. | Current | |
| University of Phoenix | Bachelor's Degree In Information Technology | Former |
| The University of Oklahoma | Former |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Bensussen-Deutsch & Associates Inc. | Current | |
| San Diego State University | Master's In Business Administration | Former |
| California State University | Bachelor's Degree In Biology, Chemistry | Former |
James M. Weber , 48, was appointed to our Board in April 2006 and is the President and CEO of Brooks Sports, a leading running shoe and apparel company, where he has been since 2001. Mr. Weber's experience also includes positions as Managing Director of U.S. Bancorp Piper Jaffray Seattle Investment Banking practice, Chairman and CEO of Sims Sports, President of O'Brien International, Vice President of The Coleman Company and various roles with the Pillsbury Company. Mr. Weber earned an M.B.A., with distinction, from the Tuck School at Dartmouth College and is a graduate of the University of Minnesota. Presently, Mr. Weber is a director at the Seattle Sports Commission and at Eastside Catholic High School.
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Brooks Sports Inc. | CEO | Current |
| Brooks Sports Inc. | President | Current |
| Bensussen-Deutsch & Associates Inc. | Board of Directors | Current |
| Young Presidents' Organization | Chairman | Former |
| Zumiez Incorporated | Board of Directors | Current |
| Organization | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Bensussen-Deutsch & Associates Inc. | Board of Directors | Current |
| Seatab Software, Inc | Board Observer | Current |
| Coco Communications Corporation | Director | Current |
| Nacdnw | Board of Directors | Current |
| McKinsey & Company, Inc. | Director | Former |
| Washington State University | B.S. In Mechanical Engineering | Former |
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