Simon Howard
About Simon Howard
Simon Howard serves as the Director of Business Development Canada at illion and has held the position of Director of Business Development UK and Canada at TALKINGTECH since 2016. With extensive experience in business development and a background in ice hockey, he has established a strong presence in the Canadian marketplace.
Work at Illion
Simon Howard has served as the Director Of Business Development Canada at Illion since 2018. In this role, he has focused on establishing a strong brand presence in the Canadian marketplace. He has utilized an early adopter model and proven technology to achieve this. His responsibilities include providing strategic advice to businesses on overcoming regulatory challenges and securing internal investment. Simon's efforts have contributed to building a digital engagement and payment business from the ground up in Canada.
Current Role at TALKINGTECH
In addition to his position at Illion, Simon Howard has been the Director of Business Development UK and Canada at TALKINGTECH since 2016. He operates from London, United Kingdom, where he has worked for eight years. His role involves developing business strategies and fostering relationships that enhance the company's market position in both regions.
Previous Experience in Business Development
Simon Howard has extensive experience in business development, having worked at various organizations prior to his current roles. He was a Business Development Manager at Experian Limited from 2013 to 2016 and at Moreton Smith Limited from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, he held the position of Senior Consultant at Experian PLC for one year. His earlier roles included consulting positions at Aronova Interactive and IDS Collections, where he gained valuable insights into business operations.
Education and Expertise
Simon Howard studied at Croydon College from 1990 to 1992, where he focused on Sociology, Business, and Sport. His educational background has equipped him with a diverse skill set that he applies in his business development roles. He is also known for speaking at industry events, sharing insights on optimizing existing technology solutions.
Ice Hockey Background
Simon Howard has a significant background in ice hockey, having played and coached professionally and semi-professionally in the UK for over 35 years. He has part-owned an ice hockey team and coached at various levels, including national senior and junior teams. His achievements in the sport include winning seven senior club championship titles and coaching two junior teams to league championships. He has represented Great Britain in international tournaments, securing a gold medal once and bronze medals three times.