Simon Mottram
Simon Mottram | |
|---|---|
| Born | 3 February 1966 |
| Occupation(s) | Founder and Chief Executive of Rapha |
| Spouse | Lucy Mottram |
| Website | Rapha |
Simon Mottram is one of the founders[1] and former Chief Executive of Rapha,[2] a sportswear and lifestyle brand focused on road bicycle racing, clothing and accessories.
Early career
Simon practiced as an accountant before making a switch into marketing. He worked for 15 years as a director of brand consultancy at Interbrand. Leveraging his background in accountancy, he focusing on brand valuation for consumer and luxury brands.[3][4] He founded Rapha in 2004 with creative director Luke Scheybeler.[5]
He is also qualified as a chartered accountant with Price Waterhouse.[6]
Personal life
Simon lives in London with his wife and three children.[7]
References
- ^ Penn, Rob. "Pedalling fashion: the rise of cycle style". The Guardian.
- ^ "Change of Gear". FT.com.
- ^ "Interbrand's line is pro creation". Designweek.
- ^ "Simon Mottram: On Passion, Obsession & Why Your Brand Should Take Sides", 99u. Accessed 29 October 2015.
- ^ "I’m living a dream now I’ve designed cycling kit for Sir Bradley Wiggins", Evening Standard, 16 January 2013. Accessed 29 October 2015.
- ^ "Rapha cashes in on classy clobber for the chain gang". The Independent.
- ^ "I'm living a dream now I've designed cycling kit for Sir Bradley Wiggins". London Evening Standard.