The iLUKA Collective
Paul Simon has a diverse work experience with roles in various companies. Paul started their career in 1996 as a Graduate Marketing Scheme participant at BT. Paul then worked as an Affinity Marketing Manager, Rugby World Cup Sponsorship Marketing Manager, and Sponsorship & Communications Manager at BT. In 2001, they became a Sponsorship Manager and Head of Partner Marketing at BT. From 2006 to 2008, they served as the Head of Sponsorship at BT. After leaving BT in 2008, Paul worked as an Independent Sponsorship Consultant, delivering projects for BT and other potential 2012 sponsors. Paul joined The iLUKA Collective in 2010, initially as a Senior Account Director and subsequently held roles such as Deputy Client Services Director, Director, Head of Relationship Management, Commercial Director and Head of Asia, and currently serves as the Managing Director.
Paul Simon attended Highfields School Matlock, although the specific years are unknown. Paul then went on to attend The University of Manchester from 1992 to 1996, where they studied International Management & American Business Studies.
The iLUKA Collective
The iLUKA Collective is a specialised event agency, providing strategies, planning and operational fulfilment for sponsors and other stakeholders at global events. The iLUKA Collective is the only turnkey agency in the global events sector that provides a 360-degree platform from strategic development through to operational delivery. The iLUKA Collective team has been putting sponsors, broadcasters and other stakeholders at the heart of the world’s greatest sporting events for more than 20 years. Established in 1992, iLUKA has in this time worked with many of the world’s leading brands as they activate their rights of sponsorship. Services include Strategic Consulting, Hospitality Programme Management, Venue Design and Overlay, Games time Readiness planning, Brand Showcasing, Merchandise and Outfitting. With a unique understanding of the special balance between strategic ambition, the local culture and operational viability at major sporting events, The iLUKA Collective team supports clients in ensuring that programmes deliver genuine business value, a unique brand experience and responsible operational delivery on time and on budget.