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Simon Downing

Observer · DISC type ic
Senior Advisor at Ardian
📍 London, England, United Kingdom

Simon Downing is an accomplished technology entrepreneur and investor, currently serving as Chairman of Audiotonix Group. He founded the software company Civica, leading it for over 17 years. A graduate of Newcastle University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, he was named the UK Technology Entrepreneur of the Year in 2012.

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Experience
26 Years
Current Role
Senior Advisor
Job Level
Senior
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
Personality Overview

How Simon shows up

Curious
Example Seeker
Value Driven

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 Simon cares about

Tech Entrepreneurship
Founded and led software company Civica for over 17 years and was recognized as the 2012 UK Technology and IT Services Entrepreneur of the Year.
Private Equity
Holds roles as a Senior Advisor to Ardian and Non-Executive Director at Literacy Capital, indicating deep involvement in private equity and investment strategy.
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Career

Work history

1-2022
Senior Advisor
Ardian
8-2019
Chairman
Audiotonix Group
3-2018
Non Executive Director
Literacy Capital
3-2018 - 6-2023
Senior Non Executive Director
Purplebricks Group PLC
1-2017 - 2-2021
Chairman
Edenhouse Solutions Limited
In the press

Media appearances

Ardian acquires Audiotonix. Featured in Sound & Video Contractor (SVConline)
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Education
1984 - 1987
Mech Eng
Newcastle University
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

Influence (I) reflects the degree to which a person prefers to work by influencing or persuading others. Those scoring high tend to be people oriented, motivated by social recognition and building relationships.

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