Simon was one of those brokers that you were pleased to see in your queue, as you could look forard to charming and interesting chit chat before being presented with a meaningful opportunity or challenge, presented in a clear and professional manner. You also knew that whatever the decision he would depart with a smile. If only all brokers were like Simon!

That ever present smile would also greet you as you bumped into him, usually with a pint in hand, in the lanes of Leadenhall market. He was genuinely nice man.