Xavier Simon
About Xavier Simon
Xavier Simon is the Managing Director Western Europe at Brandwatch and Cision, and also serves as Directeur Général at L'Argus de la presse | Groupe Cision and Cision France, as well as Président at CEDROM-SNi Sarl in Paris.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
Xavier Simon holds multiple significant positions in leading companies in the PR and communication sectors. He is the Managing Director Western Europe at L'Argus de la presse | Groupe Cision, Brandwatch, and Cision, all based in Paris, Île-de-France, France. Additionally, he serves as the Président of CEDROM-SNi Sarl and Directeur Général of Cision France. His current roles involve overseeing operations, strategic initiatives, and innovations within these organizations.
Previous Experience and Career History
Prior to his current roles, Xavier Simon accumulated substantial experience in various capacities. He served as Président at FEDERATION DES ENTREPRISES DE VEILLE MEDIA from 2017 to 2020. At LexisNexis Business Information Solutions (LexisNexis BIS), he was the V P Global Product, Content, Technology from 2014 to 2017, Director of Solutions, Content & Technologies from 2012 to 2013, and Chief Operating Officer from 2007 to 2011. Additionally, he was the Directeur Technique - CTO at Datops from 2004 to 2006. These positions have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of product development, technological innovations, and operational strategies.
Educational Background
Xavier Simon has an impressive educational background. He studied Physique Fondamentale and achieved a Magistère from Université Paris-Saclay from 1997 to 2000. Prior to that, he attended Lycée militaire St-Cyr from 1991 to 1994. He also spent time at Babson College in 2006 for professional development. His formal education has given him a strong foundation in analytical thinking and technical expertise, which he applies in his professional roles.
Role at Cision Group
At Cision Group, Xavier Simon plays a pivotal role in transforming the fields of PR, communication, and influence marketing. He leads a team dedicated to serving over 11,000 customers in France. He works closely with a talented team of brand illuminators to advance Cision’s objectives. His strong focus on innovation and strategic direction contributes significantly to the organization's success in the global market of PR and communication.