Alex Simon

Alex Simon has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Alex'smost recent role is Senior Vice President of TV Distribution & Ad Sales at TelevisaUnivision, starting in March of 2023. Prior to that, they worked at Roku Inc. from August 2017 to December 2022, where they served as the Vice President of Business & Legal Affairs. During their time at Roku, they played a significant role in negotiating partnerships with major content providers, which contributed to a substantial increase in the company's valuation. Alex also helped launch and transform The Roku Channel into the second-largest AVOD streaming service in the US. Before Roku, they held various positions at HBO, including Vice President of Technology Acquisition & Partnerships and Senior Counsel of Technology. At HBO, they managed technology partnerships, oversaw contract negotiations, and assisted with financial planning. Alex's career began at the National Hockey League, where they worked for several years as the Senior Director of Media Strategy and Business Affairs, responsible for content distribution and cross-platform partnerships. Prior to that, they worked in the legal field, specializing in entertainment, technology, and intellectual property law at Moses & Singer LLP and Mayer, Brown, Rowe & Maw LLP. Alex's work experience also includes a summer associate position at Darby & Darby, where they gained exposure to patent, trademark, copyright, and contract litigation. Overall, Alex Simon has extensive experience in negotiating partnerships, managing technology contracts, and driving business growth in the media and entertainment industry.

Alex Simon has a Juris Doctor degree in Law from New York University School of Law, which was obtained from 1998 to 2001. Prior to that, Alex completed a BA in English and Mathematics from McGill University, from 1995 to 1998. Alex also has a DEC in Commerce from Marianopolis College, earned from 1993 to 1995. The education history begins with attendance at College Marie de France between 1988 and 1993, but no specific degree or field of study is mentioned for that period.