Simon Gao

Simon Gao has a diverse work experience spanning over several industries and roles. Simon is currently the Marketing Director, China at IZEA, a marketing technology company. Prior to this, they worked as the Head of APAC at Omio, where they were responsible for regional growth and go-to-market strategies. Simon also served as the Chief Advisor/Industry Expert at LvJie Travel News and held various positions at Skyscanner, including Principal Country Manager/Senior Director of Marketing and Senior Marketing Manager, China Growth Lead. Earlier in their career, Simon was the Director of Marketing at Shenzhen Liantronics Co. Ltd and the Co-founder and Executive Director of Veedou Social Networking. Simon also has experience as a Marketing Manager at H.I.S. International Tours Inc. and as a PR Manager at China Mobile International Limited.

Simon Gao completed their Bachelor's Degree in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications from Beijing University of Technology in the years 2000 to 2004. Simon later pursued a Master's Degree in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from the University of Newcastle from 2009 to 2010.