Andrew Simon
About Andrew Simon
Andrew Simon serves as the VP, Director of Organizational Performance, HR Innovation, and People Systems at Brown-Forman, where he focuses on enhancing employee experience through people and culture innovation. He has extensive experience in human resources, having held various leadership roles at Brown-Forman and other companies over the past two decades.
Work at Brown-Forman
Andrew Simon currently serves as the VP, Director of Organizational Performance, HR Innovation, and People Systems at Brown-Forman. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the company from its headquarters in Louisville, Kentucky. His role focuses on enhancing the employee experience through people and culture innovation. Prior to this, he held various leadership positions within Brown-Forman, including VP, Director of Human Resources for Corporate Functions and VP, Director of Global Brands.
Previous Experience
Before his current role at Brown-Forman, Andrew Simon accumulated extensive experience in human resources across several organizations. He worked at Whirlpool as the Director of Executive and International Compensation from 2004 to 2008. Additionally, he served as a Compensation Consultant at Capital One Financial from 2001 to 2004. His early career included a position as a Human Resources Generalist at Lockheed Martin from 1999 to 2001.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Simon earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a focus on Human Resources from The Ohio State University, where he studied from 1995 to 1999. His educational background supports his extensive career in human resources, particularly in areas such as executive compensation governance and organizational performance.
Achievements in Human Resources
Throughout his career, Andrew Simon has demonstrated expertise in driving organizational performance and capability development. He has led digital transformation initiatives within HR functions to improve efficiency and effectiveness. His experience includes presenting to the Board of Directors on matters related to executive compensation governance and disclosure, showcasing his proficiency in strategic HR leadership.