WALTHAM, MA (June 1, 2006) GameLogic, Inc., founders of Virtual Play gaming platforms for lotteries and casinos, today announced the appointment of Mark Wiedemer as senior director of sales. Mr. Wiedemer, who is a sales veteran with more than 20 years of global gaming experience, is responsible for creating new sales and distribution channels nationally.
"At this important stage in GameLogic's lifecycle, there is enormous opportunity to build awareness and generate trial of our new Virtual Play solutions, which enable gaming operators to offer their players the ability to enjoy gaming action online in a regulatory-compliant way," said GameLogic Chairman and CEO Steven Kane. "Mark's strong skill set and credentials will add great value as we work to capture that opportunity."
Mr. Wiedemer has led sales efforts at a number of gaming industry leaders, most recently at Paltronics Inc., where he was responsible for the U.S., European and South American markets as vice president of sales. At Bally Gaming & Systems, he grew revenue in Europe, South America, the Caribbean and Asia by 54% as vice president of sales and operations. Mr. Wiedemer also was a senior executive at IGT Europe, where he directed global market strategy and expanded market share into the European and African markets.
About GameLogic
GameLogic innovates Virtual Play gaming entertainment platforms to help legal casinos and government-sponsored lotteries create new revenues, increase return visits and improve player loyalty. The company's platforms, such as PlayAway Casino, are unique in enabling players to enjoy the gaming experience away from the casino in a regulatory-compliant manner. GameLogic, based in Waltham, MA, was founded three years ago by the creators of Gamesville, one of the early, successful pioneers of online entertainment and games and related marketing. The company's investors include Bain Capital, which has $37 billion of capital under management, as well as General Catalyst, and Maveron, whose principals include Howard Schultz, the founder and current chairman of Starbucks. For more information, please visit www.gamelogic.com.
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