Simon is a serial entrepreneur and connector in the event industry. His work includes trade shows, awards, conferences and networking events, as well as a best-selling book – The Event Professionals Handbook. He has launched and sold 3 trade shows and 4 awards campaigns including Exhibiting Show, Energy Solutions Expo, Great British Entrepreneur Awards, Football Business Awards and Smiley Charity Film Awards.

He is a widely recognised as a champion for the power of face-to-face marketing, social media and storytelling. Exhibition News once said of him “Ten minutes in Simon’s company and you’ll be convinced of the awesome power of live events.”

He has written and presented around the world on “Why Awards Matter”, “Extending the Event Horizon”, “The Awesome Power of Live Events” and “Punk Business” as well as hosting innumerable events and panel discussions for more than 20 years.

His passions are Arsenal FC, classic rock, gaming, pop culture and the countryside.