Hello, I’m Simon, a digital product leader with over 15 years experience in driving significant digital growth by combining user needs with technology capabilities.
From managing large product teams at The Economist as part of an on-going digital transformation, to leading incubation teams at Condé Nast on greenfield product delivery like Vogue Business, and from owning large scale enterprise level automated email portfolios at Net-a-Porter, to start-up-scrappiness building out the full product suite at The Business of Fashion, I will bring a wealth of digital subscriptions expertise to your business.
A people person at heart, I always consider the business size, product mindset, future ambition, technology and team capabilities as part of my work to achieve optimal results.
Testimonials
Ennismore
“Simon quickly made an impact with his commercially minded product experience, focus on delivery, deep expertise in subscription businesses & structured approach to problem-solving. Simon excels at building strong teams & clear processes, significantly boosting productivity & morale. I highly recommend him as an effective leader who delivers meaningful results.”
— Carlo del Mistro, Chief Digital Officer, Ennismore
Prospect Publishing
“Simon is a rare breed of Product Leader who superbly combines the ability to stay strategic and avoid getting into the detail while at the same time, when the time is right, is happy to roll up his sleeves to ensure projects are delivered on time and in budget.”
— Mark Beard, CEO, Prospect Publishing
The Economist
“By understanding the power of product to knit together editorial, marketing, data and engineering, and by bringing a commercial mindset to all his work, Simon played an important role in our ongoing journey from revered 19th-century print publication to agile 21st-century digital media brand.”
— Bob Cohn - President & Managing Director, The Economist
Condé Nast
“Product leader, inspiring team member and collaborator, all round excellent human.”
— Aled John, Head of Membership Strategy, Condé Nast & current Deputy Managing Director, FT Strategies
The Business of Fashion
“Simon was instrumental in developing high-value products, that really spoke to the end users. He always served the best interest of the user, along with a smooth product journey.”
— Christian Layolle, Global Head of Business Development, BoF & current Managing Partner, Anima
