Simon Ibell
Simon is the Founder and CEO of the iBellieve Foundation. As one of 30 people in Canada, and approximately 2,000 worldwide born with a condition known as MPS II (mucopolysacharridosis) or Hunter Syndrome, Simon has traveled the world searching for a cure for his own disease, becoming a crusader for the entire rare disease community.
Receiving his degree in Sports Administration at the University of Victoria in June 2002, Simon is also a sought after speaker on human potential and overcoming obstacles. He has been awarded the Spirit of Sport Story of the Year Award at the 2003 Canadian Sport Awards, the Queen's Golden Jubilee Commemorative Medal for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second as well as the 2012 University of Victoria Distinguished Alumni Award.
A true role model for the role models, Simon has amassed a network of friends and public figures who have supported public service campaigns in support of iBellieve's mission. Friends such as Two Time NBA MVP Steve Nash, 2000 Olympic Triathlon gold medalist Simon Whitfield, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban, English Premier League star Steve McManaman, and a host of others have all helped Simon spread a simple message: "Be Fair 2 Rare."
Simon's vision is to create widespread awareness of his own rare but serious condition and generate sufficient funds for further research. His goal is to give children with MPS a chance of a prolonged life by providing them with the opportunity for enzyme replacement treatment and to ultimately find a cure for MPS II and all rare diseases.
"I may have a disability but it's not a handicap." Terry Fox
Client Testimonials:
"A true motivator, Simon embodies and epitomizes trust and respect. He has the delicate balance that encourages and allows people to believe in themselves. His understanding of human frailty and spirit attracts people to him. He has an incredible attitude and the capacity to influence the mind and move the body that has resulted in quite ordinary people doing quite extraordinary things. Every moment spent in Simon's company is a true investment." - Mark Cuban (Entrepreneur & Owner of the NBA's Dallas Mavericks)
"Simon is an optimist and he refuses to allow negativity to be a part of his life" "He is a person I look up to." - Steve Nash (Two - time NBA MVP)
“The power to communicate and move people with a life story of success over odds which would otherwise at first glance seem insurmountable – is the story of Simon Ibell. Since meeting him, and through his words, experiencing a bit of Simon’s drive to overcome and build success – inspires me to see what is possible in my own career and business. My entire team at Yorkville Asset Management is so proud to align ourselves with Simon in helping to spread his message of inspiration and possibility.” – Hussein Amad, President & CEO, Yorkville Asset Management
“Simon was a wonderful speaker at our company's Diversity & Inclusion Launch. He was able to engage the audience through his unique story, but more importantly, through his wonderful blend of honesty, humanity and humour. Simon created discourse that lasted long after his visit regarding diversity & human potential and geniunely impacted people's perceptions and hearts.” - Cameron Clark, Legal Counsel, Kellogg’s Canada
Simon is the Founder and CEO of the iBellieve Foundation. As one of 30 people in Canada, and approximately 2,000 worldwide born with a condition known as MPS II (mucopolysacharridosis) or Hunter Syndrome, Simon has traveled the world searching for a cure for his own disease, becoming a crusader for the entire rare disease community.
Receiving his degree in Sports Administration at the University of Victoria in June 2002, Simon is also a sought after speaker on human potential and overcoming obstacles. He has been awarded the Spirit of Sport Story of the Year Award at the 2003 Canadian Sport Awards, the Queen's Golden Jubilee Commemorative Medal for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second as well as the 2012 University of Victoria Distinguished Alumni Award.
A true role model for the role models, Simon has amassed a network of friends and public figures who have supported public service campaigns in support of iBellieve's mission. Friends such as Two Time NBA MVP Steve Nash, 2000 Olympic Triathlon gold medalist Simon Whitfield, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban, English Premier League star Steve McManaman, and a host of others have all helped Simon spread a simple message: "Be Fair 2 Rare."
Simon's vision is to create widespread awareness of his own rare but serious condition and generate sufficient funds for further research. His goal is to give children with MPS a chance of a prolonged life by providing them with the opportunity for enzyme replacement treatment and to ultimately find a cure for MPS II and all rare diseases.
"I may have a disability but it's not a handicap." Terry Fox
Client Testimonials:
"A true motivator, Simon embodies and epitomizes trust and respect. He has the delicate balance that encourages and allows people to believe in themselves. His understanding of human frailty and spirit attracts people to him. He has an incredible attitude and the capacity to influence the mind and move the body that has resulted in quite ordinary people doing quite extraordinary things. Every moment spent in Simon's company is a true investment." - Mark Cuban (Entrepreneur & Owner of the NBA's Dallas Mavericks)
"Simon is an optimist and he refuses to allow negativity to be a part of his life" "He is a person I look up to." - Steve Nash (Two - time NBA MVP)
“The power to communicate and move people with a life story of success over odds which would otherwise at first glance seem insurmountable – is the story of Simon Ibell. Since meeting him, and through his words, experiencing a bit of Simon’s drive to overcome and build success – inspires me to see what is possible in my own career and business. My entire team at Yorkville Asset Management is so proud to align ourselves with Simon in helping to spread his message of inspiration and possibility.” – Hussein Amad, President & CEO, Yorkville Asset Management
“Simon was a wonderful speaker at our company's Diversity & Inclusion Launch. He was able to engage the audience through his unique story, but more importantly, through his wonderful blend of honesty, humanity and humour. Simon created discourse that lasted long after his visit regarding diversity & human potential and geniunely impacted people's perceptions and hearts.” - Cameron Clark, Legal Counsel, Kellogg’s Canada
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