Simon A. Taylor is a recognised expert in organisational leadership who has advised diplomats and senior executives at world-renowned organisations including The Walt Disney Company, Warner Bros., Amgen, and Gap. He led HR for the tech startup, Graphiq, where he helped guide the organisation prior to its acquisition by Amazon. As a nine-time national champion rower, Simon draws upon principles of elite competition to shape his approach to building high-performing organisations. His insights have been featured in Forbes, CNBC, Business Insider, and Fast Company. He lives in Orange County, California, with his wife and three children.