<img style="padding: 0px 3px 5px 0px;" src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/begin-quote.png" alt="" />Simon enthralled and inspired our Australian audience during his workshop on 'How non-profits think like for Profits,’ at ConnectNow in Sydney. Simon also participated on the panel session at the conference along side Gary Vaynerchuk, Brian Solis, Tara Hunt and Debs Schultz among others. Simon's contribution brought a balanced perspective and understanding and empathy of the challenges social change brands have to face when integrating new media. I have never seen an event with satisfaction scores so uniformly high. From government and corporate groups, to rowdy social mediarati, agencies, charities, bloggers and SMEs, Simon has the gift of making complex stories concise and memorable, and delivers with energy, humor and insight. Forget about the ‘guru’ tag, Simon is the consummate communicator embracing social media and innovation and putting it to best practice. I look forward to having Simon back as keynote speaker at our next event.<img style="padding: 0px 0px 5px 3px;" src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/end-quote.png" alt="" />
<strong><span class="red">Siobahn Bulfin, Executive Producer, Connect Now Conference, Sydney</span></strong>

<img style="padding: 0px 3px 5px 0px;" src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/begin-quote.png" alt="" />Simon was a recent speaker at our Gucci Group Conference. He was extremely engaging, thought provoking and distilled complex ideas down into simple but powerful communications. The participants left inspired with clear insights into how to relate he shared to their business. I would highly recommend him as a transformative keynote speaker.<img style="padding: 0px 0px 5px 3px;" src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/end-quote.png" alt="" />
<strong><span class="red">Karen Lombardi, Executive Vice President Global Human Resources, Gucci Group, Miami</span></strong>

<strong><span style="font-weight: normal;"><img src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/begin-quote.png" alt="" />We recently invited Simon to speak to our marketing, communications and agency partners. His deep brand experience and social media insight made him a credible speaker. He kept the group engaged in the conversation. Like all good storytellers, there are memorable lessons wrapped in interesting examples.<img src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/end-quote.png" alt="" /></span></strong>
<strong><span class="red">Mary Henige, Director, Social Media &amp; Digital Communications, General Motors Company</span></strong>

<img style="padding: 0px 3px 5px 0px;" src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/begin-quote.png" alt="" />I have had the pleasure of seeing Simon speak on several occasions. Each time he has not only engaged and fired the minds of the audience but also connected with them on a personal, emotional level. This makes Simon one of those rare breed that can communicate complex, transformative ideas in a way that motivates people to change behavior through the power of ideas. In his case, this is good news for us as he is uniquely positioned at the intersection of commerce, technology and social change. As a conference organizer and speaker myself, I could not recommend Simon more highly as a keynote speaker. Both his vision and presentation leave everyone in the room challenged, inspired and motivated.<img style="padding: 0px 0px 5px 3px;" src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/end-quote.png" alt="" />
<strong><span class="red">Ken Rutkowski, founder Media Entertainment Technology Alliance, Los Angeles</span></strong>

Simon spoke recently at a 313Digital Knowledge Event, sharing insights and how agencies and clients can transform their brands.  It was a very diverse audience, ranging from pure social media enthusiasts to creative agencies to automotive clients; yet each person was able to connect and relate to Simon, and takeaway new thoughts and ideas.  I hope to welcome him back to Detroit soon!
<strong><span class="red">Lisa Gilpin, 313Digital President and Social Media Strategist at Weber Shandwick.</span></strong>

<img src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/begin-quote.png" alt="" />I run a networking group of famous speakers and Simon Mainwaring's message of We First, and building community is a powerful message and one I would encourage you to share with your customers, prospects, and strategic partners.<img src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/end-quote.png" alt="" />
<strong><span class="red">Larry Benet, CEO of Speaker and Author Networking Group</span></strong>

<img src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/begin-quote.png" alt="" />We host more than 100 speakers a year, and Simon is among the best.  He’s informative, stimulating, and engaging.  Each person in the audience is exposed to new and big ideas, and is more importantly moved to act.  His message is great for competitors, innovators, and do-gooders in the marketplace and the world.<img src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/end-quote.png" alt="" />
<strong><span class="red">Michael P. Davidson, CEO, Gen Next</span></strong>

<img style="padding: 0px 3px 5px 0px;" src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/begin-quote.png" alt="" />Simon does an excellent job of clearly explaining what every entrepreneur needs to learn about the social media breakthrough. Understanding how the social web is changing the world will be mandatory for any marketing strategy. His presentation was an enormous success.<img style="padding: 0px 0px 5px 3px;" src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/end-quote.png" alt="" />
<strong><span class="red">Chris Krause, Founder &amp; CEO, National Collegiate Scouting Association
YPO/EO Board Member, Chicago</span></strong>

<img src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/begin-quote.png" alt="" /> Simon Mainwaring  was inspiring and dynamic when he spoke at my Digital Social Media  Workshop. His knowledge and engaging speaking style simply lit my  students on fire. More importantly, he engaged in thoughtful dialogue  that was both empowering and challenging.  I watched as Simon’s passion  inspired theirs, minds firing with new ideas, and I saw future thought  leaders being born right in front of my eyes.  Magical!<img src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/end-quote.png" alt="" />
<strong><span class="red">Carol Quinn, Adjunct Professor, USC Annenberg School for Communications and Journalism</span></strong>

<img style="padding: 0px 3px 5px 0px;" src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/begin-quote.png" alt="" />Simon Mainwaring has the highest speaker ranking from attendees in the history of the Founder’s Institute. That speaks volumes.<img style="padding: 0px 0px 5px 3px;" src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/end-quote.png" alt="" />
<strong><span class="red">Adeo Ressi, CEO, The Founder’s Institute, Los Angeles</span></strong>

<img style="padding: 0px 3px 5px 0px;" src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/begin-quote.png" alt="" />Simon just doesn't come in content to talk and shake a few hands. Instead, he brings a full arsenal of smart concepts, compelling presentations, and a full-on, no-holds-barred generosity that is as authentic as it comes. He captured the hearts and minds of our students and faculty with insights on social media, creativity in a changing profession, and the new agency mindset that honors bravery and innovation. Wonderful to witness. Bravo, Simon!<img style="padding: 0px 0px 5px 3px;" src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/end-quote.png" alt="" />
<strong><span class="red">Professor Debra Morrison, School of Journalism and Communication
University of Oregon</span></strong>

<img style="padding: 0px 3px 5px 0px;" src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/begin-quote.png" alt="" />That was quite simply the best analysis of social media I have ever seen. Excellent!!<img style="padding: 0px 0px 5px 3px;" src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/end-quote.png" alt="" />
<strong><span class="red">Paul Johnson, Global Head of Marketing and Brand Partnerships, Endemol Group, London</span></strong>

<img style="padding: 0px 3px 5px 0px;" src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/begin-quote.png" alt="" />Simon Mainwaring is a gift to an audience that wants to understand 'the high ground' of brands and advertising.  His warmth and clear insights brought the advertising and marketing session to life at this year's Images and Voices of Hope annual World Summit on 'Inspiring Media in an Open Source World'.  He enlarged the notion of corporate self-interest in ways that engaged the whole room and started the most dynamic conversations of the Summit.  Many cited his session as their favorite of the weekend.<img style="padding: 0px 0px 5px 3px;" src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/end-quote.png" alt="" />
<strong><span class="red">Judy Rodgers, Executive Director, Images &amp; Voices of Hope, New York</span></strong>

<img style="padding: 0px 3px 5px 0px;" src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/begin-quote.png" alt="" />As the co-producer of the recent Cool Social Gravity Summit held at Brandman University in Irvine earlier this month, we were very pleased and honored to welcome Simon Mainwaring to deliver the Opening Keynote.  From the moment he began, his energy, passion, and vision were evident to everyone. Comments came pouring in after the conference and included: “I was riveted by Simon's speech and I’m so excited to put social media marketing to work”; “…it was by far one of the best social media for social good talks I've heard.” <img style="padding: 0px 0px 5px 3px;" src="/wp-content/themes/wefirst/images/end-quote.png" alt="" />
<strong><span class="red">Professor Beverly Macy, Co-Producer, Cool Gravity Summit, San Diego</span></strong>