'Top of the Pops' appoints Brand Manager

BBC Worldwide's Simon Kendall has been appointed as Brand Manager for 'Top of the Pops', with effect from May 6.
Reporting to BBC Music's Marketing and Business Director, Anna Broughton, Simon will manage the successful 'Top of the Pops' brand across all media and markets worldwide and also play a pivotal role in the brand team.
Simon joins 'Top of the Pops' from BBC Radio International, which operates within BBC Music, and which is the largest global distributor of radio programmes.
Anna Broughton said: "Simon already feels part of the 'Top of the Pops' team, having been responsible for bringing the brand to radio in a number of key markets. His previous experience in publishing and online, coupled with his track record in Radio International, made him the ideal candidate for this challenging role. Simon is joining my team at a very exciting time for the 'Top of the Pops' brand."
Simon Kendall added: "This is a major global music brand, and the opportunity to further its international development is fantastic."
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