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Irwin D. Simon

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Chairman of the Board & CEO at Tilray
📍 New York, New York, United States

Irwin D. Simon is the Chairman and CEO of Tilray Brands, leading its evolution into a global consumer goods company. A visionary entrepreneur, he previously founded and led The Hain Celestial Group for over 25 years, pioneering the organic products industry. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Saint Marys University.

Outside of his corporate roles, Irwin owns the Cape Breton Eagles, a major junior hockey team based in his native Nova Scotia. He is a vocal advocate for mental health awareness and is involved in philanthropic efforts, including supporting his alma mater and community initiatives.

He is a pioneer of the modern organic and natural foods industry, building and leading Hain Celestial for a quarter-century.

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Experience
32 Years
Current Role
Chairman of the Board & CEO
Job Level
Leadership
Location
New York, New York, United States
Personality Overview

How Irwin shows up

ROI Driven
Requires Proof
Curious But Skeptical

They are unlikely to ever become strong champions even when the conversations are going well; you should focus on cultivating other champions They are often friendly and nice, but can sometimes suprise you with their piercing questions They typically tend to be late adopters even when they seem friendly and excited about what you have to sell

Priorities

Topics Irwin cares about

Global Brand Growth
He is focused on strategic acquisitions, like BrewDog, and scaling operations to unlock the next phase of growth for Tilray's diversified portfolio of brands.
Cannabis Industry Evolution
Views the cannabis sector not just as a product category, but as a global movement grounded in science, innovation, and patient impact, with long-term potential.
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Career

Work history

5-2021
Chairman of the Board & CEO
Tilray
8-2019
Executive Chairman
Whole Earth Brands
12-2018 - 5-2021
Chairman & CEO
Tilray
10-2018
Owner
Cape Breton Eagles Major Junior Hockey Club
2017
Co-Owner
St. John's Edge
In the press

Media appearances

Straight Talk with Irwin Simon | CEO of Tilray Brands. Featured in RSS.com Podcast
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CEO Irwin Simon Explains What's Next For Tilray In 2024. Featured in The Dales Report
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Education

Irwin has no verified education history

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Influence (I)

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