Khary Simon is Vice President and Executive Creative Director at Hearst, leading work across design, branding, and strategic communication. A specialist in brand strategy and narrative development, he has collaborated with global fashion houses, technology innovators, and Fortune 500 companies including Gucci, Saint Laurent, OpenAI, and Starbucks. His practice spans art and culture, from installations and experiential environments to shaping high-performing retail spaces. Beyond Hearst, Simon is recognized as a speaker and cultural thinker whose work contributes to the evolving conversation on branding, creativity, and the future of design.