Bensinger, the last Brunswick family member to run the company, is credited with the company’s survival and prosperity. Taking the helm of the family company at the brink of the Depression, Bensinger embarked on a growth and diversification path. Under his direction, the company was transformed from a $13 million breakeven business into a $350 million diversified recreational products manufacturer. Bensinger’s accomplishments were recognized by his induction into the National Bowling Hall of Fame.