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Rob Benson is the Marketing and Publicity Director for the House of Blues Atlantic City. He’s originally from Evergreen Colorado, the same place South Park is loosely based upon and is a graduate of the University of Colorado as a Marketing and Business Management major. Rob worked at several radio stations in Florida before working for KMXB-FM - Las Vegas where he won Local Marketing Director of the Year and was nominated for the National Hot AC Marketing Director of the Year in his first year there. Previous to moving to Atlantic City, Rob was the Concert Promotions Manager for HOB Las Vegas.
How long have you lived in Atlantic City?
I moved here on April 1, 2005
Are you married or single?
Single
Do you have any children?
Nope
What do like most about Atlantic City?
I like the location. AC is so close to NYC and Philly- it's easy to take a day or two to go out and explore.
Describe your perfect day in Atlantic City.
If I could enjoy a nice day just hanging out on Brigantine Beach, with nothing to do- that would be perfect right about now.
What originally brought you to AC?
Work
Where do you see the city in 10 years?
Similar to the evolution of Las Vegas, I see Atlantic City becoming a younger, cool, hip , energetic place 10 years from now. Updated casino properties. High-end dining. World-class shopping. Big name entertainment. A new level of hospitality will evolve and real estate values are going to go through the roof.
What is your part in getting there?
Just come to the House of Blues and see for yourself. Our State-of-the-art music hall is tremendous. Our member-exclusive foundation room is beautiful. Our new nightclub, Worship, is taking nightlife to a new level. The House of Blues restaurant offers a new twist to American Cuisine. Not to mention the hip, new HOB-themed casino and poker room.
Tell us about your favorite AC memory.
Well I've only been here a few months, so my favorite memory would have to be finding my great home on the water in Brigantine.
You've got two hours to kill on the boardwalk, what do you do?
Go to the House of Blues at Showboat and either have drinks in the casino Spirit Bar…or have drinks at the Sanctuary Beach Bar…or have drinks in the foundation room…(you get the idea).
Why should I go to the HOB?
House of Blues has entered the AC market to offer residents and guests alike, a new level of entertainment offerings. With our live concerts, we hope to bring new musical diversity into the area – whether it's a headliner, an up and coming band, or something totally unique and different – you will always be entertained in the House of Blues Music Hall. Worship-the Nightclub at House of Blues is a unique fusion of a dance club and ultra-lounge. It features VIP bottle service, high-energy atmosphere and unique decadent desert bar. The Foundation room brings all new levels of service and hospitality to the area. With beautiful artwork in the lounge, intimate privacy in the numerous prayer rooms, and a high-end dining room offering unique and tasteful meals, the foundation room is taking VIP service to new heights. The house of Blues-themed casino is a hip space with multiple interactive table games and center bar area, and the House of Blues poker room is warm and inviting. A beautiful, funky cool room to play some poker.
What three words describe Atlantic City best?
Tons of potential!
Dealer shows 17 you've got a pair of 8s – how do you play them?
Actually I don't gamble so I'm probably at the bar enjoying a nice cocktail.
What's your favorite part of the HOB?
House of Blues is a great place to hang out in an environment that is cool and sexy, but also casual and welcoming. House of Blues is truly about "unity in diversity". We are all on this Earth together. Let's be cool to each other and have a little fun along the way.
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