Simon Sear

Go-getter
DISC Type : d

Chief Innovation Officer & Board Member at Scott Logic

London, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Simon Sear is the Chief Innovation Officer and a Board Member at Scott Logic, where he focuses on driving growth through AI, Data, and Product services. He is also a Non-Executive Director for the UKs Department for Work and Pensions. Colleagues describe him as a leader with strategic vision and non-linear thinking, backed by a BSc from London Metropolitan University.

Outside of his corporate roles, Simons family is involved in the creative arts. His wife, Juliet Sear, is a prominent baker, author, and television host, and his son, George Sear, is a professional actor.

Unique fact: Early in his career, Simon co-authored publications offering guidance to businesses on navigating the introduction of the Euro currency.

Personality Overview

Self-Confident

Direct & Candid

Fast-Paced

They can be nudged to make faster decisions by offering what they value.  They care equally about the product and its potential impact. They focus on objectivity in a pitch and pay little attention to bells and whistles.

Topics They Care About

AI & Data Strategy
His current mission as CIO is to grow Scott Logic's business in AI and Data. He actively posts about advanced topics like 'Agentic Engineering'.
Public Sector Transformation
As a board member for the Department for Work and Pensions, he advises on transforming and innovating digital services for over 22 million UK citizens.
Scaling Tech Businesses
He has a track record of driving significant growth, including taking his prior company through a private equity exit and founding the innovation consultancy SPARCK.

Media Appearances

Simon has no verified media appearances

Work History

3-2026
Chief Innovation Officer & Board Member at Scott Logic
10-2024 - 3-2026
UK Managing Director and Board Member at Ascent
4-2023 - 10-2024
Chief Digital Officer at Ascent
9-2021
Non Executive Director - Transformation Advisory Committee at Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)
4-2020 - 4-2023
Innovation & Transformation Leader | Working with people to grow and transform their businesses at Studio44.io

Education

1991 - 1994
BSc (Hons) from London Metropolitan University

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Insights For Selling To Simon

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Tell them that you are there to help them create visible impact within their organization
  • Ask them questions confidently while doing discovery, don’t be apologetic
  • Highlight the competitive differentiation of your product

DONT's

  • Avoid repeating yourself or making generalizations
  • Avoid long winding pitches, stay objective
  • Refrain from asking too many questions

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Simon is

  • Conviction in the product matters to them, followed by proof points and strong testimonials.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Simon

  • They may not be very forthcoming, but they will say no if needed.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Simon move?

  • Their decision making speed is somewhere in the middle.
  • Can Simon take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks but after weighing up the pros and cons.

You And Simon

Personality Compatibility


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