We are pleased to announce that Mr. Richard Thornley has been appointed as an advisor to Galahad Co., Ltd.

Mr. Thornley brings with him over 40 years of global business experience across the automotive, aerospace, and pharmaceutical industries. Having enjoyed a strong and trusted relationship with Galahad for over a decade, Mr. Thornley shares a deep alignment with our mission and vision. We are confident that his extensive expertise will significantly contribute to our continued growth and success as we strive to deliver even greater value to our clients.

Galahad provides a range of services across marketing research, consulting, and the import/export of luxury vehicles. In marketing research, we support our clients through comprehensive mystery shopping, marketing audit, and UX testing, helping them enhance service quality and customer experience. Our consulting services span multiple industries, where we offer strategic insights and expertise to drive business improvements. In the luxury automotive sector, we are committed to delivering exceptional service to a global clientele through our import and export operations.

With the addition of Mr. Thornley, we will further strengthen the “Win-Win” relationships we have cultivated with our clients and continue to enhance service quality and deliver even greater value. In addition, leveraging Mr. Thornley’s extensive knowledge and experience, we will reinforce our management foundation and drive sustainable growth.

Message from Mr. Richard Thornley

“As a Brit who has had the privilege of interacting with Knights at Buckingham Palace and cycling with the Knights in White Lycra charity team, I am honoured to be asked by Galahad to help the company conquer new markets and win more jousts for its esteemed Customers.

I have always been impressed by Galahad’s passion, energy, and integrity, and I am eager to contribute my four decades of global business experience in the automotive, aerospace, and pharmaceutical industries to help the company grow and serve even more Customers.”

With Mr. Richard Thornley’s appointment, Galahad is poised to move forward to new heights. We sincerely thank you for your continued support and look forward to your ongoing partnership in this exciting next chapter.

Career History

Sep. 1983　 Joined Westland Helicopters Inc.

Dec. 1997　General Manager – Japan, AgustaWestland

Jan. 2003　Regional Director – NE Asia (Japan, South Korea and Taiwan), AgustaWestland

Jan. 2004　President, Rolls-Royce Japan and Regional Director, Rolls-Royce Korea

Jan. 2014　Representative Managing Director – Japan, Bell Helicopter Co., Ltd. (resigned in Mar. 2018)

Mar. 2018　Chief Executive Officer, Thornley International (current)

Jun. 2019　Member Of The Supervisory Board, International Security Industry Council of Japan (current)

Jun. 2022　Board Director, Eisai Co., Ltd.

Sep. 2024　Advisor, Galahad Co., Ltd.

September 14th, 2024
Galahad Co., Ltd.