Craig Simmons

Education

·        Troy University

Troy, AL, B.S., Accounting and Business Administration, March 1980

Activities

·         Hendry County Economic Counsel, Chairman

·      Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Board of Governors

·         Southwest  Florida Chapter of CPAs, Chairman

·         Southwest Florida Sportsman Club, Treasurer

Work Experience

·        Prizm Group, Inc., Denver, CO

Chief Financial Officer, 2006 - September 2009

·        Merrill Lynch, Naples, FL

Financial Advisor, 2004, 2004 - August 2006

·        Alico, Inc., Fort Myers, FL

Chief Financial Officer, 1990 - April 2004

·        Coopers & Lybrand, Fort Myers, FL

Manager, 1980 – August 1988

As a distinguished executive and financial professional, with over twenty five years of experience, Craig Simmons brings a wealth of knowledge and an impeccable record of client advocacy to the SMWW team. As a practicing Certified Public Account, Mr. Simmons acquired a vast amount of practical wisdom about both individual and corporate tax planning strategies. During his tenure as the Chief Financial Officer for a publicly traded company, Mr. Simmons gained invaluable experience, playing an integral role in negotiating multi-million dollar contracts. As a Merrill Lynch Financial Advisor, he held both a Series 7 and Series 66 license. His responsibilities included managing significant investment portfolios, as an individual and as a team member. Craig’s diverse business background has provided him with a uniquely valuable skill set that is virtually unrivaled.

In his role as an Agent Advisor with SMWW, Craig will assume an enthusiastic and proactive role as your consultant and mentor. During your athletic career and beyond, his knowledge and experience will provide you with a peace of mind that will allow you to focus on your life in sports. You will be confident that you have a quality representative, whose business acumen and experience is uniquely exceptional.

“Throughout my many years of experience as a financial professional, I have always adhered to the highest level of zealous advocacy for my clients and associates. These principles have allowed me to cultivate an uncompromising trust and earn a level of respect that can only be gained through a proven track record of time tested success. Over time I came to realize that representation of athletes was what I wanted to do, and to do it right I needed to be with SMWW.

By associating myself with SMWW, I am now a part of a team that provides a full service approach to athlete management, unmatched by any other agency. They are completely dedicated to the client, possessing an unparalleled integrity and work ethic.”