Simon Sheikh is the CEO and co-founder of Future Group, a fast growing ethical investment focussed asset manager in Australia with AUD$15b + under management across pension and managed investments. The pension fund has approximately 400,000 investors and helps everyday Australians divest from fossil fuels and invest in climate solutions.

Simon's background is as a community activist, having run the 1 million strong group GetUp. In this role he led campaigns on clean energy, carbon pricing, mental health reform and water policies. Prior to joining GetUp as its second National Director, Simon worked at the NSW Treasury as a Financial Analyst. Simon is passionate about parenthood and climate action. He is the father of an 8 year old who loves surfing and skateboarding.