Paul Benevente is a Williamsburg, Virginia-based sales representative, entrepreneur, and former United States Army engineer. Benevente was born in Suffolk County, New York, and attended Florida State University. The experienced sales representative is a district manager for a well-known retail apparel and fashion brand.

Aside from his work, he actively supports many charities, including the American Humane Society. His interests and hobbies range from cars (specifically Mini Coopers) to music, running, and fitness, where he is an avid weightlifter. His favorite sports teams include the New York Jets and Yankees.

Current Role and Responsibilities

Eyewear by L'Amy America

Benevente, an experienced sales representative, is the district manager for L'Amy America Eyewear. L'Amy America Eyewear is a subsidiary of International Luxury Group, one of the world's largest apparel and fashion retailers. L'Amy America creates eyewear for various brands, including Anne Taylor, Ben Sherman, Champion, Nicole Miller, and Sperry.

The dedicated team at L'Amy America strives to provide customers with the highest service and support. The company strives for excellence in product design, innovation, and quality. L'Amy America, a multi-award winner, is well-known for its exceptional corporate values. Its headquarters are in Norwalk, Connecticut.

Paul Benevente is a sales representative and district manager for L'Amy America, responsible for client communications, corporate presentations, and new business development. This is in addition to a slew of essential sales-related duties and responsibilities.

Career Background

Sporting Goods Plus, Inc.

Benevente worked as a territory manager for Sports Plus, Inc. in Chantilly, Virginia, before joining L'Amy America. Sports Plus, Inc., a clothing company, is a full-service sporting goods supplier. The company has a strong community involvement and an unrivaled commitment to its customers. Custom screen printing and embroidery are its specialties.

Benevente was a territory manager and field representative for Sports Plus, Inc. for over five years. As a field representative, he was in charge of outfitting athletic teams with uniforms, footwear, and other sporting equipment. He worked well with the internationally renowned sportswear company, Under Armour.

Business Machines in Hampton Roads

Benevente is a seasoned sales representative, entrepreneur, and former US Army engineer who previously worked at Hampton Roads Business Machines in Chesapeake, Virginia. He later bought and took over the company and sold Hampton Roads Business Machines in 2013 to pursue other opportunities.

Agents of Data

Benevente spent six years in law enforcement sales at Williamsburg, Virginia-based Data Agents before joining Hampton Roads Business Machines, Sports Plus, Inc., and L'Amy America.

Academic Qualifications

Lindenhurst Senior High School

Paul Benevente grew up in New York and attended Lindenhurst High School in Suffolk County. Lindenhurst High School is a public high school located on the Long Island coast of New York. It is the only high school in the Lindenhurst Union Free School District.

University of Florida

Benevente attended Florida State University after graduating from Lindenhurst High School. Tallahassee's Florida State University is a senior Florida State University System member. It was founded in 1851 and is the Sunshine State's oldest continuous site of higher education.

The Florida Legislature has officially designated it as a preeminent research university. Benevente joined the United States Army as an engineer after graduating from Florida State University.

Accomplishments

Benevente has achieved significant success in many areas besides his entrepreneurial and sales achievements. One of them is a United States Army engineer.

In 1991, he was deployed as a US Army engineer for a project in Kwajalein, Republic of the Marshall Islands. The following year, he was sent back to the Marshall Islands atoll of Kwajalein as part of a civic action team. His other deployments included a mission to Laos in Southeast Asia.

Benevente went into law enforcement sales after completing his military service. As a seasoned sales professional, he remains committed to connecting his client's products and services with their target markets.

Memberships and Associations

Paul Benevente is a William and Mary Quarterback Club member. The William and Mary Quarterback Club is the official booster club for the William & Mary Tribe college football team in Williamsburg, Virginia. The College of William and Mary, founded in 1693, is a cutting-edge research university and the country's second-oldest higher education institution.

He also serves as president of Berkeley's Green Owners Association. It is an active homeowner association that organizes various social events throughout the year. Berkeley's Green neighborhood has a variety of amenities. The amenities include a clubhouse, picnic area, playground, swimming pool, tennis courts, walking paths, and biking trails.

Benevente previously served on the board of the Colonial Italian American Organization. The Colonial Italian American Organization is Virginia's premier membership organization for those interested in Italian culture and the preservation of Italy's past and present. It accomplishes this through cultural events, social activities, and other means.

Volunteering for Charities

Benevente is actively involved in several charitable organizations. Benevente supports charities, nonprofit organizations, and other good causes, such as the American Humane Society, the American Heart Association, the William and Mary Quarterback Club, and Franny's Friends.

Franny's Friends, based in Lumberton, North Carolina, is a nonprofit organization that assists rescued animals in the state's southeastern corner and elsewhere. Benevente has adopted several dogs from Franny's Friends and donated to the dedicated animal rescue.

Private Life

Paul Benevente is a native of New York who now resides in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Benevente has a diverse range of hobbies and interests. Mini Coopers, fitness, running, music from the 1980s and 1990s, whiskey, and sports are among his many attractions. In terms of fitness, he is most enthusiastic about weightlifting.

Benevente first became interested in weightlifting while participating in sports in high school. He continues to credit weightlifting as an excellent stress reliever and a way to stay healthy decades later. Benevente, a lifelong sports fan, was born and raised in the picturesque village of Lindenhurst, New York. Even though he is no longer based in New York, his favorite sports teams are the New York Jets, New York Islanders, and New York Yankees.

He and his wife, Anna, currently reside in Williamsburg, Virginia. In 2023, the couple will mark their 25th wedding anniversary.