Simon Kemp

Simon Kemp is a global thought leader in digital marketing, CEO of Kepios, a marketing strategy consultancy, and an active consultant widely recognized for his expertise in digital marketing. He has developed brand and marketing strategies for many of the world’s most admired companies, including Unilever, Google, Coca-Cola, Nestlé, and Diageo, and continues to advise top brands, investment banks, and VC funds on the latest trends in digital. His marketing books, guides, and the widely circulated "Global Digital" reports have been read by millions annually in more than 220 countries. Kemp is frequently sought after to speak at major global events and conferences on various digital topics including blockchain, artificial intelligence, augmented reality, and social media trends.

Kemp is the founder and CEO of Kepios, and also serves as the chief analyst at DataReportal, an online library of reports, trends, and insights into people’s digital behaviors across more than 240 countries. His role includes lecturing in digital and social marketing for Hyper Island and Google Squared, as well as running regular briefings, workshops, and seminars worldwide, aimed at helping entrepreneurs utilize digital media to enhance their business growth and ROI. He is particularly noted for customizing his keynotes to the specific audience and exploring new topics, which has established him as an influential voice in digital marketing.

Before founding his own businesses, Kemp began his career at Accenture, developing large technology and management systems, and subsequently worked as a strategist with BBH, Universal McCann, Starcom Mediastar, and other prominent firms. Aside from his professional endeavors, he is also a music producer and DJ, currently recording his first album, and actively organizes various social events such as tasting nights for the Singapore Whisky Society, and the popular #SataySocial street-food events.