Simon T. Bailey grew up feeling dejected about not being good at school, even to the extent of wanting to end his life. But as he began to tap into his brilliance, one step at a time, he was able to create a life for himself that he is proud of. Having formerly been a Sales Director for Disney Institute and a Senior Sales Manager for The Walt Disney Comapany, he has ammassed a wealth of leadership experience. Moreover with over 20 years of experience as an executive coach, Simon is keen to help other people tap into their own brilliance. He is now available to do so through his work as a keynote speaker at a myriad of events where he talks to people about the steps to discover their brilliance – something that he firmly believes everybody possesses.
Having graduated with a BA in Theology from Life Christian University and a Master's in Theology and Theological Studies from the Faith Christian University, Simon T Bailey has forged a respectable career as a breakthrough strategist who has helped his clients to maximise their true potential. Today, Simon has been the recipient of Honorary Degrees from Faith Christian University and the United Graduate College and Seminary International, which have credited his authority as the author of Release Your Brilliance, Success is an Inside Job and Be the Spark. Dedicated to helping people to lead differently, Simon uses his 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry to inspire, educate and motivate his keynote speech audiences.
Prior to forging his reputation as an astute executive coach, Simon enjoyed success as the Sales Manager of the Hyatt Hotels Corporation and the National Account Manager of Visit Orlando. Forging his authority as a talented salesman, Simon was later appointed as the Senior Sales Manager of The Walt Disney Company and the Sales Director of the Disney Institute. Having led with brilliance in such roles, Simon is now able to extract brilliance from those around him to inform his work as a keynote speaker for over 2000 clients in 50 countries worldwide. With a glowing career to his name, Simon has been awarded with recognition as one of the Top 25 People Who Will Help You Reach Your Business and Life Goals by SUCCESS Magazine. He is also a Board member of the Orlando Health Hospital Foundation and the US Dream Academy.
Having appeared on national television talk shows, viral videos that have mustered over 90 million views, and delivered TEDx talks like “Be the Boom! Breaking Sound Barriers in Education”, Simon is highly sought after as a seasoned speaker. Inducted into the National Speakers Association’s CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame, Simon was also invited to speak at the 2021 WFF Leadership Conference. He was listed as one of the Top 20 Motivational People to Inspire, Educate and Motivate by Direct Selling News along with personalities like Mel Robbins, Brene Brown and Jay Shetty. Listening to Simon speak motivates audience to home in on their own brilliance, with Simon's own exuding brilliance and confidence making him stand out from the crowd of executive coaches. Having overcome great adversity, having ended his 25 year marriage and beat the battle with Cancer, Simon's ability to remain positive is remarkable. When looking for a speaker who inspires brilliance and motivates audiences to lead differently, Simon T. Bailey is a remarkable keynote speaker. Hire him today!
