Simon Schmidt

Simon Schmidt is an accomplished strategy professional and MBA graduate with a diverse background in technology, media, and financial sectors.

Currently, Simon is a Senior Manager in Deals Strategy & Operations at PwC, specializing in helping Technology & Media clients optimize deal value.

Prior to his current role, he held key positions at Thomson Reuters, where he led Strategy & Operations for the KYC/AML business.

Simon has a strong international background, particularly in the automotive sector, information technology, and government/non-profit sectors, with project leadership experience in various emerging markets like Russia, Armenia, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan.

His educational qualifications include a Master of Business Administration with Distinction from Imperial College Business School and Master's Degrees in Russian & Eurasian Studies, Political Science & Eurasian Studies, and a Bachelor's Degree in International Business.

With a passion for technological innovation and creating positive social impact, Simon excels in developing client-centric propositions, providing strategic direction to businesses, and collaborating on interdisciplinary initiatives.