Urban Polo Visionary: The Simon Wilson Story

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The Outside The Boards Podcast proudly presents Episode #6 of
Season One, in collaboration with Global Polo TV. In this
episode, we embark on a journey to the southern hemisphere as we
connect with Simon Wilson, the visionary Founder and Managing
Director of Urban Events, a New Zealand-based company renowned
for orchestrating the thriving Lexus Urban Polo series in New
Zealand and the captivating Singapore Urban Polo by FWD
Insurance, set against the stunning backdrop of Marina Bay,
Singapore.

Our conversation with Simon is set to delve into the triumphs of
grassroots polo events set within an urban context. With a
resolute mission, Simon birthed Urban Polo to deliver a top-tier
polo experience, both on and off the field, aimed at introducing
the exhilarating sport and the alluring polo lifestyle to a wider
audience—where people work, reside, and play.

Simon's profile extends far beyond polo; he is a thriving
business entrepreneur with a wealth of experience in national and
international ventures. In 2016, he established Urban Events, a
venture that saw a successful capital raise in 2018, paving the
way for the international expansion of Urban Polo, including the
resounding success of the inaugural Singapore event in
2019.

Simon's vision encompasses the broadening of Urban Polo's
footprint across multiple markets, all united by a shared
mission: enhancing the visibility, lifestyle, and participation
in the sport. In this episode, we'll unveil how Simon skillfully
strikes a balance between the sport and lifestyle, offering
patrons an extraordinary and unforgettable polo experience while
showcasing excellence on the field. Join us as we unravel the
fascinating journey of Simon Wilson and the urban polo
revolution.


PRESENTED BY GLOBAL POLO TV
Season One of the OTB Podcast is presented by Global Polo TV, the
world’s premier destination for video on demand polo content has
arrived. Now you can watch the nation’s best live and archived
tournament matches and compelling behind-the-scenes content from
anywhere, at anytime, and on any digital device.

Global Polo TV has over 9,000 subscribers, 200+ hours of live
broadcasted games and over 500 hours of produced content from
weekly shows to in-depth fe


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About Outside The Boards
Founded after witnessing their first polo match in 2012, Outside
The Boards seeks to share the sport’s beauty, intensity, and
lifestyle while addressing industry fragmentation. Through best
practices, insights, trends, and consulting, OTB helps
stakeholders and brands unlock polo’s marketing potential and
navigate the sport with clarity...