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Simon Burton

MD/ Owner
Exposure Communications
Country or state 
United Kingdom
Available to 
Global
Fee 
Languages 
English,
French
Volunteer
No

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Bio

Simon Burton is an event speaker, host and chairman with vast practical experience of business and a uniquely perspective on events. A passionate champion for entrepreneurs and start-ups, he is also an entrepreneur in his own right. Energetic, eclectic, inspiring and insightful, Simon is a powerful asset for any event programme.

Simon's passions outside work include football, literature, pop culture, video games and travel.

Current position (3)

MD/ Owner

Exposure Communications

Founder

Football Business Awards

Founder & Chairman of Judges

Great British Entrepreneur Awards

Degrees (1)
English and French (MA)
Trinity College, Oxford University
1986 to 1990

Presentations

Presentations (4)
Punk Business

Our modern society is built upon certain notions which may or may not be serving you, they may not even be true, they certainly may not be the absolutes which certain institutions such as education systems, the media and even government have led you to believe. It is very possible and it may even be advantageous for you to go against the current, to rebel against the neat and narrow conceptions of success and fulfilment which have been set up by institutions competing for space in your mind and sense of self.
You can be more then a test score, you can be more than a commodity. Your dreams matter. Your happiness matters. No one will get you where you want to be but YOU. It’s time to stop dreaming about the future and start creating it!

Simon's unique take on what it means to be a Punk Business is insightful, inspiration and motivational and for entrepreneurs and corporates alike.

The Real Social Media

Live plus Digital has become a mantra for the event industry. Simon Burton, event and social media evangelist presents a series of case studies both B2B and consumer that demonstrate that the mantra isn’t just true it’s a necessity. Ensuring that live experiences are deeply personal, easily shareable and most importantly totally measurable, Simon will show you how to make social media a winning pa

10 Things Every Modern Business Should Know

A high-energy, engaging and thoroughly interactive tour through the ten major issues confronting every business and business person in the modern age. Looking at the major trends in business and how they overlap and influence one another this presentation is suitable for audiences in a variety of markets and with of differing levels of seniority.

Event Host

Simon is an experienced and engaging event host. His relaxed style belies a keen feel for the audience's needs and engagement. Comfortable with small or large audiences, Simon is adept at keeping speakers on track and reflecting the audience's questions and comments. Simon is a powerful summariser of content and is equally proficient at assisting inexperienced presenters or managing celebrities though insightful questioning and a warm personality.
His career in the media, events, entrepreneurial and start-up sectors has given Simon a solid understanding of what makes event attendees tick and he is adept at building rapport with audiences of all sizes, guiding them through the event programme and keeping speakers focused and on time.
He brings insight, energy, charm and humour to bear to ensure that the audience feels like he is their representative on the stage.

Simon is equally comfortable hosting in conference, panel discussion or awards settings.

Past talks (5)
Event Chairman
AEO Facetime Exhibitior Masterclasses
London, Brimingham, Liverpool, Glasgow
2015
Event Host
Great British Technology Entrepreneur Awards
London
2016
Networking. A different view.
Live.Meeting
Amsterdam
2016
Event Chairman
Sports Business Awards
London
2017
Awards Host
IELA Awards
London
2015
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Books & Articles (4)

Great British Entrepreneurs Handbook I
Harriman House,
2014
Great British Entrepreneurs Handbook II
Harriman House,
2015
Great British Entrepreneurs Handbook III
Harriman House,
2015
Event Professionals Handbook
Harriman House ,
2017

Expertise (14)

Business
Media & Marketing
PR & Communications
Events Services Entrepreneurs Social Media punk business live communication Event Technology Live Events Networking Startup Personal Energy
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