Simon Tucker

Simon is an Associate Director of the Young Foundation and is Manager of Launchpad, having joined the Young Foundation in March 2005.

Simon provides leadership and direction for Launchpad’s work. As well as providing a strategic vision for the impact and role of Launchpad, he works closely with funding bodies and other sectors to ensure there is support for our projects.

Simon originally qualified as a barrister before joining McKinsey & Company as a strategy consultant. Through this role he gained experience in a wide range of sectors and was involved in setting up UnLtd – The Foundation for Social Entrepreneurs and the Big Issue/Catalyst Social Venture Fund.

Previously to joining the Young Foundation he was Chief Operating Officer of frontline children’s charity Kids Company, where he remains a consultant. He helped the charity out of financial distress and into productive partnership with Government, whilst managing a major exhibition of children’s art at Tate Modern.

Contact

Sarah Carlier: sarah.carlier(AT)youngfoundation.org or call 020 8980 6263