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Simon Morris
Creativity
Business Strategy
Growth Mindset
Transform creative leadership with Simon Morris, speaker and former Amazon Chief Creative Officer. Simon works with global brands to drive innovation and digital storytelling excellence, delivering Emmy-nominated expertise from pioneering ventures including LOVEFiLM and the Alexa Super Bowl campaign.
Innovator
Advertising
Entrepreneur
Business Leader
Founder
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Philanthropy
Inspirational
International Mens Day
Mental Health Awareness
Simon Morris is one of the UK’s most influential creative entrepreneurs, with a career spanning gaming, media, digital innovation, and global brand leadership. For over a decade, he was the worldwide Chief Creative Officer at Amazon, where he drove award-winning campaigns and helped shape the company’s global brand identity.
Simon's career began at SEGA, where he launched the brand in the UK and made Sonic the Hedgehog a household name, achieving record-breaking sales with Sonic 2, generating over £1 billion in revenue. After SEGA, he held senior positions at Sky UK and Ginger Television Productions, where he developed impactful content and marketing strategies. He went on to co-found LOVEFiLM, a pioneering video rental and streaming service that laid the groundwork for Amazon Prime Video, and Football 365, one of the first major dot-com success stories.
During his time at Amazon, Simon led high-profile campaigns such as the Emmy-nominated Alexa Super Bowl series and the Climate Pledge advertising launch. His entrepreneurial drive has seen him serve as a founding investor and non-executive director at Graze and Tails, and advise LEGO on its move into film and television. Today, he continues to shape the creative and technology sectors as Chairman of various trailblazing organisations, while also serving as Governor of the Museum of London.
Audiences benefit from Simon’s deep insights into building creativity-driven businesses, mental models for innovation, and lessons from working with some of the world’s most successful companies. His presentations equip organisations with practical strategies to unlock creativity and achieve measurable business results.
Book Simon to inspire your teams to think boldly and use creativity as a powerful engine for growth.
Topics, sessions and talks
Simon Morris shares his extensive experience at the crossroads of creativity and commerce. He has successfully utilised innovative thinking to develop brands, products, and disruptive businesses, ranging from startups to global leaders. Attendees will learn how to harness creativity to drive commercial success and gain insights into building impactful brands in today's competitive landscape.
In this session, Simon Morris outlines essential frameworks applicable to organisations of all sizes. He discusses how to approach creative objectives, effective measurement, and key principles for organisational management. Attendees will gain valuable insights into adapting these models to enhance their own practices and drive success within their teams.
Simon Morris, a senior creative with experience at renowned organisations like Virgin, Sky, Autonomy, and Amazon, has reported to industry giants such as Branson, Murdoch, Bezos, and Lynch. He will share insights into the common practices of these leading companies and their approaches to embracing creativity. Attendees will learn how to foster innovation and creativity within their own organisations, drawing inspiration from the successes of these influential figures.
Simon Morris explores how neurodiversity can serve as a powerful asset for creative entrepreneurs. Attendees will learn to harness their unique perspectives and experiences, transforming challenges into strengths that can drive innovation and success in their professional lives.
Book Simon Morris as a speaker to gain invaluable insights from a creative visionary who has transformed brands like Amazon and Sega. His unique experiences in marketing and storytelling will inspire your team to think differently, spark innovation, and provide practical strategies to elevate your business in today’s competitive landscape.
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Email simon.morris@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm Simon's availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
Simon Morris draws on case studies from his career at organisations including Amazon, Virgin, Sky, and SEGA to illustrate frameworks for embedding creativity into commercial strategy, presenting these as replicable mental models that attendees can apply to their own organisations.
Simon Morris speaks on the business of creativity, mental models for organisational development, and lessons drawn from working at Virgin, Sky, Autonomy, and Amazon. He served as worldwide Chief Creative Officer at Amazon for over a decade, leading campaigns including the Emmy-nominated Alexa Super Bowl series.
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There is no additional cost to you beyond the speaker's fee. PepTalk's service, from shortlist to on-the-day logistics, is included. For repeat or multi-event bookings, the team can agree preferential rates with your procurement department. Email hello@getapeptalk.com to discuss.
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Speaker fees vary by profile, format, and location. In the UK and Europe, virtual keynotes typically start around GBP 2,000, with top in-person speakers reaching GBP 25,000+; in the US, fees run from about USD 5,000 to USD 100,000+. Share your budget at getapeptalk.com and we'll shortlist to fit.
Yes. If a speaker isn't listed, tell PepTalk their name and the team will approach them for you. The network extends well beyond the public roster, and PepTalk regularly books speakers who don't appear on the site. Email hello@getapeptalk.com with the name.
You'll receive a hand-picked shortlist within 24 hours of sharing your brief. Each suggestion comes with profiles, fees, and PepTalk's recommendation on the strongest fit. If you need options sooner for an urgent event, say so and the team will move faster. Start at getapeptalk.com.
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Speaker fees vary based on factors like event location, format, and availability. The 'typical fee range' figure gives you a baseline of someone's local, in-person rate sits, and we'll confirm the exact fee when you get in touch.
Before your speakers arrive, confirm AV is tested, a green room is ready, and printed schedules are on hand. Prepare warm introductions for each speaker and brief your team on timings. PepTalk speakers come fully briefed, making event-day logistics smoother and stress-free from the start.
A keynote speaker delivers an inspiring or informative talk. An MC hosts and guides the event, keeping things on track. Entertainment — like a band or comedian — creates atmosphere and fun. Each serves a different purpose, and PepTalk can help you book the right talent for all three.
Not necessarily. While the speakers listed on our website may not have worked with PepTalk in the past, they are recognized professionals in the industry and known to engage in similar events and engagements. Alongside direct talent, we work with a wide variety of speaker agents and talent agencies, to ensure we have the best selection of speakers, hosts, comedians and entertainers available.
When booking a comedian, share your event format, audience size and demographics, any sensitive topics to avoid, and the tone you're after. PepTalk makes this easy — their booking process guides you through a simple checklist so nothing gets missed and your comedian is perfectly matched to your crowd.
When booking a speaker, you'll need your event date, audience details, format, key objectives, and budget. Having these ready makes the process smooth and straightforward. PepTalk's team uses this information to match you with the perfect speaker quickly and efficiently.
Yes! At PepTalk, you can absolutely bundle entertainment and speakers into one seamless package. It's a great way to create a fuller event experience while enjoying simplified booking and better value. Our team handles everything together, making the process effortless for you.
Book a motivational speaker at least 3–6 months in advance, especially for popular speakers or large events. Top speakers get booked quickly, so earlier is always better. For major conferences or peak seasons, booking 12 months ahead ensures you secure your first choice.
Yes. Most PepTalk speakers deliver virtual and hybrid sessions with live Q&A, and virtual keynotes usually cost less than in-person because there is no travel. Tell us your platform and format and we'll match speakers experienced in online delivery. Start at getapeptalk.com.
Share your organisation's top 3 strategic priorities, current challenges, and the audience's role in delivering them. A simple one-page brief works perfectly. PepTalk speakers use this context to tailor insights that feel genuinely relevant — making your event far more impactful.
Yes! Most event entertainers are happy to tailor their act to your brand, industry, or theme. From weaving in company jokes to incorporating your branding into their performance, personalisation makes all the difference. PepTalk's entertainers specialise in bespoke experiences that feel made just for your audience.
Three to six months ahead is comfortable for most events, and 12 months is better for large conferences, peak-season dates or one specific in-demand speaker. Shorter timelines are workable, and PepTalk regularly fills last-minute and replacement bookings within days. Availability is the constraint, so get in touch as soon as you have a date.
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