Geroy Simon

Keynote Speaker | Edmonton, Alberta

Canadian Football Hall of Famer & Sports Executive
Leadership & Performance Expert

Geroy Simon Expertise HR & Corporate Culture, Change Management, Adaptability & Agility, Leadership, Leadership and Change, Personal Leadership, Mental Health, Addictions & Substance Abuse and Teamwork.

Geroy Simon

About Geroy Simon

Geroy Simon is a Canadian Football Hall of Famer, three-time Grey Cup Champion, and Executive Director of Revenue Share Management and General Manager for the Maryland Terrapins. Recognized as one of the greatest wide receivers in Canadian Football League history, he holds records with 16,352 receiving yards, 1,029 receptions, and 103 touchdowns. Simon’s leadership journey spans from his playing career with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, BC Lions, and Saskatchewan Roughriders to senior executive roles with the BC Lions, Edmonton Elks, and now Maryland Athletics. His career reflects excellence, discipline, and a results-driven approach to high-performance team leadership.

Geroy Simon Videos

Geroy Simon from the BC Lions explains how to respond to an overdose

Cfl Geroy Simon Sets All-time Receiving Yards Record

Geroy Simon Explores the Impacts of Overdose and How to Reduce the Ris

Cfl Legend Geroy Simon Addresses the Start of the 2016 Senior Bowl Cam

Geroy Simon Interviews & Podcasts

Geroy Simon Interview

Episode # 2 Interview with Geroy Simon Cfl All-time Leading Receiver

GEROY SIMON BIOGRAPHY

Geroy Simon is a Canadian Football Hall of Famer, three-time Grey Cup Champion, and Executive Director of Revenue Share Management and General Manager for the Maryland Terrapins. He is recognized as one of the most accomplished wide receivers in Canadian Football League history and continues to demonstrate excellence through his leadership in sports management and performance operations.

Throughout his professional career, Geroy Simon has exemplified the mindset and discipline that define elite leadership. He remains the all-time CFL leader in receiving yards, recording 16,352 yards, 1,029 receptions, and 103 touchdowns over a 15-year career that redefined offensive play in professional football. His impact extended beyond statistics, setting new standards for consistency, preparation, and accountability both on and off the field.

Simon began his career with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers before joining the BC Lions, where he became the face of the franchise and one of the league’s most recognizable athletes. His tenure with the Lions produced two Grey Cup Championships in 2006 and 2011, while his final season with the Saskatchewan Roughriders in 2013 delivered a third championship and the closing chapter of an extraordinary playing career. Over 238 regular-season games and 17 playoff appearances, Simon established a level of performance that made him a model of endurance and reliability.

His accomplishments include six CFL All-Star selections, seven West Division All-Star honours, and the CFL Most Outstanding Player Award in 2006. Known for his methodical preparation and leadership in the locker room, Simon was instrumental in shaping winning cultures across multiple organizations. In 2012, his contribution to Canadian sport was recognized nationally when Canada Post featured his image on a commemorative stamp celebrating the 100th Grey Cup.

Following his retirement from professional football in 2013, Geroy Simon transitioned seamlessly into leadership and management within the CFL. He began his executive career with the Saskatchewan Roughriders in a player development and scouting capacity, quickly earning recognition for his analytical approach and understanding of athlete performance systems.

In 2015, Simon returned to the BC Lions to serve in senior football operations roles, overseeing global scouting, personnel development, and player evaluation. His responsibilities required balancing high-performance objectives with strategic planning, budget alignment, and team culture development. His ability to identify emerging talent and structure cohesive teams reflected the same precision and strategic awareness that defined his playing career.

From 2021 to 2024, Simon advanced to the Edmonton Elks, serving first as Assistant General Manager and later as General Manager. In these roles, he managed the club’s football operations, contract negotiations, and salary cap strategy, guiding the organization through periods of structural change and performance realignment. His leadership during this time further solidified his reputation as one of the most respected executives in Canadian professional football.

In 2025, Geroy Simon accepted a new challenge in the United States as Executive Director of Revenue Share Management and General Manager for the Maryland Terrapins. This appointment marked a significant evolution in his career, bringing his expertise in athlete management and operational leadership into collegiate athletics. In this role, Simon oversees strategic vision, budget forecasting, revenue-share management, and data-driven performance modeling for multiple athletic programs, including football and basketball.

His work at Maryland focuses on aligning financial systems, coaching operations, and athlete development with modern analytical frameworks that support long-term sustainability and compliance. Simon’s leadership philosophy is rooted in accountability, discipline, and respect for process. He emphasizes the importance of building teams through trust, communication, and a unified commitment to shared goals.

Geroy Simon’s success in both professional sport and executive management demonstrates how the principles of championship performance translate to leadership at every level. His experience has made him a sought-after speaker and advisor to organizations seeking to strengthen team culture, strategic decision-making, and resilience in competitive environments.

Beyond his professional achievements, Simon remains an influential mentor within the sporting community. He is dedicated to developing young athletes and leaders through initiatives that promote education, discipline, and social responsibility. His involvement in community programs and leadership workshops underscores his belief that sport is a powerful vehicle for personal and collective growth.

Geroy Simon earned his Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from the University of Maryland, where he was also one of the most productive wide receivers in program history. His connection to Maryland represents both a return to his collegiate roots and an opportunity to shape the next generation of athletes and administrators.

Today, Geroy Simon combines his record-setting experience as a player with his strategic expertise as an executive to advance the standards of leadership and performance in sports management. His career stands as a testament to consistent excellence, adaptability, and vision, offering lessons that extend well beyond the playing field.

Through every stage of his journey—from the CFL to collegiate athletics—Geroy Simon continues to embody the qualities of perseverance, accountability, and leadership that define champions and inspire teams to achieve enduring success.

Geroy Simon Topic Presentations

Geroy Simon Edmonton, Alberta, Canada delivers keynote presentations, workshops, fireside chats, moderated Q&A, and other presentation formats on a wide variety of topics. Each presentation is unique, customized and tailored for audiences, industries, conferences and event formats.

The Champion Mindset: Building Teams That Win on Purpose

Leadership Under Pressure: Decision-making When the Stakes are High

Resilient Leadership: Turning Adversity into Competitive Advantage

Geroy Simon Books & Articles

Just In: Maryland Football Legend Returns for Key Role within Athletics Program
Just In: Maryland Football Legend Returns for Key

A Maryland football legend is set to return to College Park for a key role in the athletics program. Geroy Simon, one of the greatest wide...

Cfl Hofer Simon Joins Alma Mater Maryland as General Manager
Cfl Hofer Simon Joins Alma Mater Maryland as

CFL Hall-of-Famer Geroy Simon was named executive director of revenue share management and general manager for his alma mater Maryland, the...

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