Benelli USA has named Greg Mooney as their new General Manager at the company’s headquarters in Accokeek, MD.


In his new position, Mooney will direct and control Benelli USA’s sales, marketing, finance, customer service, inventory, distribution and administration. His duties will include performing the overall functional management of Benelli USA with accountability for profits and losses from operations.

Mooney brings more than 20 years of experience in the outdoors industry with fine companies such as Buck Knives, Blount, Inc. and Benchmade Knife Company. Mooney joined Benchmade in September 1997 and in 2007 he was appointed President. During his time with the Benchmade, Mooney used his multiple skills and experiences to help grow the Benchmade brand and improve the operational efficiencies of the organization.


“Greg Mooney has a proven track record of success and growth. He knows our customers and has excellent experience in managing multiple lines distributed on a dealer-direct basis and serviced by independent sales rep. organizations,” said Steve Otway, Benelli USA’s current General Manager. “Greg’s high energy level and his team-oriented management style are a perfect match for Benelli USA, and I have complete confidence in his ability to manage and oversee the company’s future growth.” “Steve Otway has brought Benelli USA to the highly respected industry position that it holds today, and grown the company’s brands into widely recognized products of value,” Mooney said. “Im excited for what the future holds and I am genuinely honored to be entrusted with the execution of Steve Otway’s ultimate vision for Benelli USA.”


Steve Otway will assume a new position as CEO of Benelli USA and will maintain his excellent relationship with the company as a consultant beginning in January, 2012.