Simon Kelly

Simon Kelly is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in sales and leadership across various industries. Currently serving as Executive in Residence at the University of Surrey Business School, Simon focuses on bridging the gap between academia and the business world, emphasizing AI and entrepreneurship to enhance graduate employability. Previously, Simon held the position of Vice President of Sales (Europe) at Tipalti, leading a team during a transformative period and driving profitability. As Vice President of EMEA Sales at Avalara, Simon significantly grew new business revenue and restructured the sales organization. Simon's earlier roles at LinkedIn, Microsoft, Vodafone, and Accenture established a strong foundation in sales and consultancy, contributing to substantial business growth and organizational development throughout a successful career. Simon holds a BA Mod in Economics and Business from Trinity College Dublin.