James R. Bensman Chosen To Lead Eventra, Inc., A Supply Chain Management Software Company

    MILFORD, Conn.--April 8, 2002--Eventra, Inc., a leading provider of Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) software based in Milford, CT, announced that James R. Bensman has joined the company as President and Chief Executive Officer.
    Mr. Bensman brings to Eventra a broad background in building software companies. Most notably, Mr. Bensman was the first President of SAP America, creating the cornerstone for SAP to become one of the world's largest software companies. Jim's background includes proven success in managing executive and sales teams, developing and executing product vision and strategy, as well as improving customer satisfaction.
    Most recently Jim was President and COO of Maconomy Corporation, an enterprise software company headquartered in Denmark. He led this company through a successful IPO. His previous experience includes being President and CEO at Geotrain Corporation, and prior to that CEO at Sales Technology, Inc. a division of Dun & Bradstreet. He was also the founder of Western Data Systems, Inc., an applications software company specializing in aerospace defense.
    "We are thrilled to have Jim join us. His domain knowledge and experience placed him among the top CEO candidates in the nation. He knows the manufacturing sector and his track record in leading software companies is exceptional. Jim's joining the team will have an exponential effect on the growth of Eventra," commented Stuart Sawabini, Eventra's Chairman and Chief Strategy Officer.
    "Eventra is the clear leader in Supply Chain Event Management solutions. Our strong customer base and demonstrated ability to perform has become the industry standard. I am looking forward to accelerating our growth," says Jim Bensman.

    Founded in 1998, Eventra Inc. (www.eventra.com) is the leading SRM software provider wholly focused on the direct material supply chain. Its VendorSite(TM) SRM solution enables manufacturers and their suppliers to exchange the full range of planning, scheduling, shipment and payment information online to streamline inbound direct materials procurement and planning processes. Eventra's customers include John Deere, Duracell, Blue Bird Corporation, Pitney Bowes, Subaru-Isuzu Automotive and a growing list of aerospace, truck, automotive, and medical equipment manufacturers.

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