Simon Baskerville is a respected figure within the global Family Office community, renowned for his ability to build high-trust relationships and create impactful platforms for investor engagement. He is the Co-Founder of Connect Group, a leading events and advisory company that connects Family Offices, institutional investors, and service providers through a global calendar of exclusive, high-level gatherings.

Before founding Connect Group, Simon served for seven years as Director of International Relations at Alea Global Group, the distinguished Kuwaiti Single Family Office of the Al Duaij family. In that role, he helped build the firm’s international presence and cultivated strategic relationships across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East—laying the foundation for his global network and deep industry insight.

With over a decade of experience in the private wealth space, Simon is known for his strategic understanding of the Family Office landscape and his commitment to creating value for both investors and partners. His influence spans continents, and his work continues to shape the conversation around Family Office engagement and long-term investment strategy.