This is a selection of public recommendations on my Linkedin profile from people I have worked with over the past ten years.


Senior Vice-President - Logica / Acision


“Simon has been the fulcrum of Acision's Rating and Charging business, not only in the context of his leadership, product management and customer knowledge but also in his market understanding and natural empathy with this segment ... few understand better the challenges that networks face in customer differentiation through innovation in this area than Simon.” August 4, 2011

1st Chris Jenkins, CMO-EVP Market Development, Acision managed Simon at Acision

“Simon was the Senior VP of our largest Business Partner, Acision. He took a pragmatic approach to dealing with any issues that arose in what was essentially a supplier/customer relationship and we always managed to find a solution which suited both parties. All in all, a pleasure to deal with and an all round good guy.” August 4, 2011

August 4, 2011

1st Stewart Goldberg, Executive Chairman, Business Logic Systems was with another company when working with Simon at Acision

“I first met Simon when I was at Volubill, and subsequently ended up working for him at Acision. Simon showed great energy and passion for the charging business at Acision, and was a great manager to work for. Even before I joined, I had a clear vision and plan from Simon for what was required of me. Simon was always extremely supportive and his commitment to people and care for customer relationships really shone through. Given the chance I would have no hesitation in working with Simon in the future.” February 8, 2012

1st David Knox, Global Product Marketing Manager, Acision reported to Simon at Acision

“I had the pleasure of working with Simon for over three years. He is an excellent telco grade professional who knows the charging Market extremely well. He is a good leader of people and is always well liked by all around him.” August 4, 2011

1st Stephen Harvey, Chief Financial Officer, Acision managed Simon indirectly at Acision

“Simon is a very strong and respected leader who is very open, honest and pragmatic. He led his Business Unit to function very effectively and deliver great results. Strategically, Simon is very adept and has a deep understanding of the mobile telecoms industry.” October 12, 2011

1st David Boffey, Head of BU Operations, Acision (formerly LogicaCMG Telecoms) reported to Simon at Acision

“I have known and worked with Simon for over five years. During this time Simon led the Charging Domain very much from the front, during what was a difficult period. Simons over whelming quality is to “stand-out” as the leader, whereby everybody is brought onboard into a single cohesive unit with a clear goal. Simon is able to work at senior and strategic levels, but can also deal with the day-to-day challenges and readily offers support and guidance. I would have no hesitation working for Simon again and believe he would be of great benefit to any company.” August 18, 2011

1st Patrick Kear, Presales Support, Acision (Formerly part of LogicaCMG)worked indirectly for Simon at Acision

“I worked for Simon at Acision for five years in my roles as project manager and support team leader. His passion for the charging business was unparalleled and infectious. He led from the front and enthused those around him; sharing his vision, business strategy and management of the programme. He created an effective, loyal and close-knit team, who respected both his knowledge of the telecoms market and his leadership qualities.” August 6, 2011

1st Greg Proctor, Project manager, Acision worked indirectly for Simon at Acision

“Simon is a delight to work with. He has that rare combination of knowing his subject matter, having a pragmatic approach and being good fun along the way...” August 5, 2011

1st Jo Wall, CTO Team Director, LogicaCMG Wireless Networks/Acision worked with Simon at Acision

“Simon is a no nonsense leader. He understands the fundamental drivers of the business and the fundamental needs of the customers and inspires the team to deliver against them. Through challenging times and periods of massive change he keeps the team focussed on what will matter in the long term.” August 5, 2011

1st Barry Graham, Head of Product Managment, Acision worked directly with Simon at Acision

“I had the pleasure to work for Simon for over 5 years where he demonstrated not only leadership and skills but also enormous passion to run the business even in the most challenging environments. With extensive and in-depth knowledge of the BSS/OSS industry, Simon has successfully led the organisation to build and deliver Acision's next generation charging product.” August 5, 2011

1st Marcos Malzone, VP Business Development, Acision reported to Simon at Acision

“Working with Simon over the years I have come to appreciate his deep understanding of the OSS/BBS market and solutions. I find Simon to be enthusiastic, open and strategic in his approach as demonstrated in his reorientation of the charging and rating business to address Acision's new market posiitoning.” August 4, 2011

1st Ian Birchall, VP Technology, Acision worked with Simon at Acision

“I worked for Simon during my time at Acision leading our Global Procurement organisation for Simons Mobile Payments Business. His professionalism, drive, enthusiasm and commitment to the business, Clients and the people who worked for, and with him were unparralled. It was a testing but exciting place to be at the time and I believe Simons style of management inspired the business and the people working for him. A true asset to any organisation who has the vision, appetite and resources to be the best. Great sense of humour, look forward to working with him again sometime.” August 4, 2011

1st Mike Cook, Vendor Commercial Manager, Acision reported to Simon at Acision

“I worked with Simon, running the Finance team supporting the business units, of which Mobile Payments was one. Simon was one of the easiest people to work with, always patient, sympathetic and enthusiastic. He also knows his business and his market like the back of his hand. I enjoyed working with him, and learnt a lot from him.” February 1, 2008

1st Andrew Burrows, VP Group Finance, Acision worked with Simon at Acision / LogicaCMG


Business Operations Director (Interim Role) - SRT


“Simon is a natural leader and strong team player. His ability to seamlessly transition between leader and player in his own team as the situation allows is brilliant. As leader he creates a balanced and productive environment, giving stability and the ability to focus that those around him value and respect.” September 21, 2011

1st Nigel Bray, Manager, SRT reported to Simon at SRT


Customer Services Director - ICL


“I have worked for many people in my time, but, Simon was one of the finest - supportive, motivating, professional and most of all, a friend. I can say that Simon has always got a smile on his face, a cunning plan up his sleeve and a great manner when it comes to delivering teamwork and business results. Simon is an inspiration to me and others - I just wish I could work with Simon again in the future. Simon, thank you for your mentoring and support at ICL! I have never forgotten those good times.” August 11, 2011

1st Shaun Campbell, Manager, Support Services, ICL / Fujitsu - Telecoms reported to Simon at ICL

“I worked with Simon at ICL while we were building an outsourced billing offering. His strategic approach and assured man management were key to our first sale in this new market.” August 4, 2011

1st David Tavener, Service Manager and Outsourced Billing, ICL/Fujitsu reported to Simon at ICL


CABS Business Director - Sema Group


“Simon is an excellent all-round leader with strong telco experience, and a focussed,can-do mentality. He can be depended on to take full ownership of any challenge or opportunity and is a great asset.” August 11, 2011

1st Ben McCafferty, Sales Director, Sema Group worked directly with Simon at Sema Group

“Simon is quite simply one of the best managers that has ever worked for me. He is demanding of himself and his people, who rapidly both trust and respect him. At Sema he grew a team within operations and R&D from a small group of 60 to 1000+ within a space of three years. He managed to increase prof. service daily fee rate 4X within two years, and turned a loss making activity into a significant profit contributor. At the same time he set up a consultancy activity in business processes, and migrated our product portfolio to new technologies. Simon has an enviable track record in managing huge business growth 3Million GBP revenue (2Million loss) to 120M revenue and 27M profit in 4 years. Despite such success and perhaps because of it Simon is very much watching the costs of the business and is highly ethical.” August 4, 2011

1st Frank Owen, Divisional CEO Telecom Products, Sema (now ATOS) managed Simon at Sema Group