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Simon Mottram
Born (1966-02-03) 3 February 1966 (age 58)
Rotherham, West Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Occupation(s)Founder and Chief Executive of Rapha
SpouseLucy Mottram
WebsiteRapha

Simon Mottram is one of the founders and former Chief Executive of Rapha, a sportswear and lifestyle brand focused on road bicycle racing, clothing and accessories.

Early career

Simon worked for 15 years as a director of brand consultancy at Interbrand and a partner at a number of agencies, with a main focus on business relationships with luxury brands. He founded Rapha in 2004.

He is also qualified as a chartered accountant with Price Waterhouse.

Personal life

Simon lives in London with his wife and three children.

References

  1. Penn, Rob. "Pedalling fashion: the rise of cycle style". The Guardian.
  2. "Change of Gear". FT.com.
  3. "Interbrand's line is pro creation". Designweek.
  4. "Simon Mottram: On Passion, Obsession & Why Your Brand Should Take Sides", 99u. Accessed 29 October 2015.
  5. "I’m living a dream now I’ve designed cycling kit for Sir Bradley Wiggins", Evening Standard, 16 January 2013. Accessed 29 October 2015.
  6. "Rapha cashes in on classy clobber for the chain gang". The Independent.
  7. "I'm living a dream now I've designed cycling kit for Sir Bradley Wiggins". London Evening Standard.


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