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Henry Hird

Observer · DISC type ci
CEO at Sims Hilditch
📍 London, England, United Kingdom

Henry Hird is the Chief Executive Officer at the interior design firm Sims Hilditch. He has an extensive background in brand and marketing leadership, with previous director-level roles at global companies like Ralph Lauren, JLL, and Jack Wills. He studied Modern Languages at the University of Bristol.

His career progression from global fashion and lifestyle brands to the helm of a luxury interior design studio suggests a deep appreciation for aesthetics and high-end consumer experiences. He has a demonstrated history of driving growth for premium brands across the EMEA region.

Unique fact: He made a significant career shift from leading marketing for major apparel brands to becoming the CEO of a bespoke interior design company.

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Experience
10 Years
Current Role
CEO
Job Level
Leadership
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
Personality Overview

How Henry shows up

Curious
Assertive
Example Seeker

They often ask many questions and rely heavily on information and documentation. They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing. They are generally good communicators and can be hard to convince.

Priorities

Topics Henry cares about

Luxury Brand Growth
As CEO of Sims Hilditch and with a background at Ralph Lauren, his focus is on expanding high-end brands and their market presence.
Interior Design
He leads a well-known interior design studio, indicating a professional and likely personal interest in the industry's trends and business side.
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Career

Work history

4-2023
CEO
Sims Hilditch
1-2022 - 2-2024
Fractional CMO
Hird Consultancy
6-2020 - 2-2022
Marketing & Sponsorships Director, EMEA
Ralph Lauren
1-2017 - 6-2020
Senior Director, Head of Marketing EMEA
JLL
2-2015 - 1-2017
Global Head of Marketing
Jack Wills
In the press

Media appearances

Introducing Henry Hird, CEO for Sims Hilditch. Featured in Sims Hilditch – Journal
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Interior design firm recruits former JLL & Ralph Lauren marketing boss as CEO. Featured in Primeresi
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Education
8-2014 - 9-2014
Summer School Academy
University of Oxford
2007 - 2011
Modern Languages
University of Bristol
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

c

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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