Nick Bridel

Nick Bridel is a seasoned professional in the marine biology sector, currently serving as Director, Chief Operations Officer, and General Manager at Tropical Marine Centre since 2002, where responsibilities include recruitment, process setup, budgeting, and managing a team of 13 staff. Prior experience includes the role of Commercial Systems Manager, focusing on design and project management for various filtration systems and builds across multiple locations. Earlier in their career, Nick served as a Fish House and Hatchery Assistant, as well as Hatchery Manager at Aquafarm Pty Ltd, overseeing abalone farm operations and staff management. Nick holds a Bachelor's Degree in Zoology with Honours in Marine Biology from the University of Cape Town, completed between 1993 and 1997.