Simon Mottram
| Simon Mottram | |
|---|---|
| Born |
Simon Thomas Mottram February 3, 1966 Rotherham, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom |
| Residence | Willesden Green, London |
| Occupation | Founder and Chief Executive of Rapha |
| Spouse(s) | Lucy Mottram |
| Website | Rapha |
Simon Mottram is one of the founders[1] and Chief Executive of Rapha,[2] a sportswear and lifestyle brand focused on road bicycle racing, clothing and accessories.
Early career
Simon worked for 15 years as a director of brand consultancy at Interbrand and a partner at a number of agencies, with a main focus on business relationships with luxury brands.[3][4] He founded Rapha in 2004.[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.
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