Dr Simon White is an independent policy advisor who helps national, regional and city governments, business organisations and development agencies formulate and implement strategies for economic growth, business development and job creation. Simon has provided these services in over 30 countries across Asia and Africa, as well as in Australia and parts of Europe and the Pacific.

He has also undertaken a variety of academic teaching, curriculum design, training, and research assignments.

He is a Visiting Fellow at the Sir Walter Murdoch School of Public Policy and International Affairs, Murdoch University.