Simon is a father of three young adults in their 20s. As a family, they have always spent weekends and holidays in the great outdoors, exploring all corners of the UK and further afield. Simon especially enjoys cycling, hill-walking, canoeing, sailing and surfing, frequently staying in youth hostels as part of these activities. He is a certified kayak coach with Paddle UK and a committee member of his local canoe club. Throughout his life he has been an active supporter of a wide range of youth & community organisations including leading team fund-raising events.

In business, Simon has significant international experience leading teams and driving change, in technology-related industries and in charities. He now works as an Independent Director advising businesses of all sizes, especially in the fields of technology, environment & sustainability. Current roles include chairing the advisory board of a robotics start-up in Edinburgh, and being a Non-Exec Director for CEFAS, the UK government’s Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science.

Simon gets a real buzz working with the YHA team, supporting its mission to equip young people with new skills and experiences to develop their confidence and transform their opportunities within our diverse and exciting world.

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