Simon is an internationally recognized thought leader in nonprofit leadership, civil liberties, and civic engagement who has been profiled in thousands of media features across 125+ countries, including: the New York Times, the Washington Post, Rolling Stone, BBC World News, and The Daily Show with Trevor Noah.As the recipient of the Mark T. Banner award from the American Bar Association, the Hugh M Hefner First Amendment Award, and Ovation Lifetime Achievement Award, Simon may be best known for winning a landmark case at the Supreme Court of the United States in 2017. His memoir was named "One of the Best Books on the Constitution of All Time" by BookAuthority and was an editor's choice from Washington Post books.Simon has appeared at nearly 2,000 events across four continents as a keynote speaker and has been a featured presenter at SXSW, INTA, and TEDx. He regularily consults and provides executive training for Fortune 500 companies such as Google, Amazon, Meta/Facebook, Pixar, and Verizon. He holds a world record for TEDx stage appearances and coaches TED speakers.As a communications expert, Simon has earned 40+ awards for his work, raising the profile of numerous organizations. He has collaborated with the likes of President Barack Obama, Jay Z, and Killer Mike on numerous campaigns. He has published nearly 100 Op-Eds and multiple law review articles.Simon proactively seeks social change through policy development and has helped pass bi-partisan legislation in multiple states. As the founder of The Slants and The Slants Foundation, he is recognized as one of the most influential Asian American voices in the country. He is an executive producer, composer, and writer of multiple award-winning television shows, theatrical works, operas, and films.Simon's passion for ideas that combine arts and activism is evident in all of his work, from his music to his writing. He works to change the culture by transforming systems, all while holding down harmony and rhythm on the bass guitar.
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