HIT Execs Prepare to Leave

Dunn, who has helmed the company since March 2008, will exit immediately following the closing of the acquisition. Desai, who became chief operating officer in 2009, will depart following a short transition period.

Under Dunn and Desai’s leadership, HIT’s brands have enjoyed much success. Thomas & Friends is the world’s number one pre-school toy property. Fireman Sam is the UK’s number two pre-school boys’ property following reinvigoration of its creative content and the appointment of a new master toy licensee. New property Mike the Knight debuted as the number one show on CBeebies, achieving multiple sales to leading global broadcasters and securing a considerable licensee base.