Ralph Simon is the Founder and Chairman of Mobilium Global and a pioneering force at the intersection of music, media, entertainment, and mobile technology. Over a 30-year career, he has consistently anticipated and shaped major global shifts in how music, content, and technology converge. Early in the mobile era, Simon recognized the transformative power of mobile distribution and played a foundational role in building the world’s leading independent music and publishing companies, including Zomba—earning him recognition as “the father of the ringtone.”

A visionary technologist, Simon pioneered the world’s first 3D Mobile Metaverse and is a recognized authority on AI, VR, and immersive technologies. He regularly engages with global business leaders, creatives, and innovators across cultures and markets. Internationally respected as a moderator and interviewer, he is a frequent keynote presence at major global conferences, including Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.

Simon is currently developing The Virtuosos, a global entertainment television series spotlighting exceptional artists and performers worldwide. He is also an active investor in eSports and the video game sector. Operating from London, Mumbai, Helsinki, and Los Angeles, Simon leads Mobilium Global, known as international “cool hunters” and startup investors. A Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA), he remains deeply committed to discovering and shaping the next generation of creative and technological innovation.