Simon Bennett

Simon Bennett is an executive leader specializing in brand, growth, and digital strategy with over two decades of experience across tech, gaming, and entertainment. He is recognized as an AMA Award Winner and an AI-Driven Innovation expert, consistently driving forward-thinking marketing initiatives. clay

He is a serial entrepreneur in the gaming space, co-founding AoE Creative and BlastRadius.agency. AoE Creative, launched with Markel Lee, is a multi-award winning marketing agency known for its deep understanding of esports, gaming, and 'nerd culture', adopting a boutique and connected approach to brand building for clients like Sansar and Geekletes. clay+2

Simon possesses extensive leadership experience across major players in the gaming and esports industry, including management roles at Blizzard Entertainment and Head of Esports at Wargaming.net. He was also Director of Partnerships & Marketing at FACEIT and Events and Sponsorships Lead for Europe at Razer, demonstrating a comprehensive background in competitive gaming and associated marketing. clay+1

Before his entrepreneurial ventures, he served as VP Marketing at Infinite Esports & Entertainment, where he played a pivotal role in the organization's inception, building a strong team, launching over ten new brands including the Houston Outlaws, and restructuring the brand for OpTic Gaming. clay+2

His career demonstrates significant adaptability, transitioning from a Science Teacher (holding a PGCE teaching qualification) to a prominent figure in the dynamic esports and gaming industry, and later embracing strategic advisory roles at entities like overcome and SunSpear Games. clay+2