Bandai UK has issued a notice of change of managing director at the company, as industry veteran Nic Aldridge heads to pastures new.
With immediate effect, John McKenzie will replace Nic Aldridge as the new managing director of Bandai UK. John combines this appointment with his current role as MD of Bandai Namco Amusement Europe, which is involved in the supply and licensing of IP rich content within retail and amusement throughout EMEA.
John’s arrival at Bandai UK is timed to enable him to prepare for the coming new year and lay the foundations for the next stage in the growth of Bandai’s toy and hobby business in the UK.
A spokesperson for Bandai stated: “We appreciate the contribution Nic has made to our business as a dedicated and valued leader over the past seven years, including steering the business through unprecedented waters during the Covid years. We wish him all the best in his future endeavors”.
