Sam Simon is the Founder and Chairman of Simon Group Holdings. He and his family arrived in Detroit when he was 9, fleeing persecution in Iraq. He developed a strong work ethic at an early age, pumping gas at his father's station in Detroit.

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In 1985, he launched Atlas Oil Company with a single delivery truck, which has since grown into a wholesaler with over 500 employees that delivers over 2 billion gallons of fuel per year. After the success of Atlas, he formed Simon Group Holdings, which is highly diversified across numerous industries: gas, oil and renewable energy, real estate, aerospace and defense, insurance, wine, sports entertainment, and more.

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Sam has been honored with numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, and is recognized annually as one of the top business leaders in Metro Detroit.

Just like her business partner and husband, Sam Simon, Nada is the embodiment of the American Dream. Moving to the US as a teenager, she graduated from Siena Heights University and began working in Sales at Ford Motor Company, quickly ascending the corporate ladder.

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Sam convinced her to join the newly-founded Atlas Oil in 1986, and the rest is history: Together, her and Sam grew Atlas into the major player it is today.

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An ardent believer in giving back and bringing joy to those who need it, Nada co-founded Atlas Oil and SGH's charity arm, The Sam and Nada Simon Foundation, in 2009. She serves as its President, carrying out its mission to support active-duty military, veterans, law enforcement, youth education, and many more causes.

Mike Evans has worked closely with Simon Group Holdings Chairman and CEO, Sam Simon, for over two decades. A proven leader, he brings strategic, financial, and operational expertise to overseeing growth and value creation across the SGH portfolio. His experience spans strategy, operations, and financial improvements across all holdings.

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After graduating with honors from Western Michigan University with dual degrees in Finance and Accounting, Mike began his professional career as a Financial Analyst in the automotive industry.

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Born a Hoosier in Indianapolis, he believes in faith, family, and work- all in that order.

An attorney by trade, Robbie began his career in state government, serving on the executive staff for the Michigan Attorney General, Secretary of State, and multiple House Speakers, where he was valued for his strategic insight and leadership. He is a listen-first leader who excels at aligning teams with their goals while navigating challenges to drive success.

 

He leans on his extensive experience to provide strategic solutions to complex issues at the highest level for the Simon Group Holdings family of companies.

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He is an alumnus of Suffolk University Law School in Boston and Ferris State University. 

Silke Kuhn serves as the Controller for Simon Group Holdings. She focuses primarily on the financial wellness of the entire SGH portfolio.

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Prior to moving to SGH, Silke started as an Analyst on the Atlas Oil Company team. She quickly rose through through the ranks due largely in part to her expansive business acumen, attention to detail, and status as a consummate team player.

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Silke was born and grew up in Germany. She has a Master's Degree in Accounting from Walsh College.

Biana Hamady brings her extensive legal experience in contract negotiations, litigation, safety procedures, and compliance matters to her role managing legal affairs for Simon Group Holdings and Atlas Oil Company, serving as a member of the Leadership Team for both organizations.

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Originally from Kyiv, Ukraine, Biana moved to the United States in 1979. After graduating from Oakland University in 1999, she discovered her true passion in the law, and attended law school at Michigan State.

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Her comprehensive legal acumen is the result of exposure to a diverse array of industries over the course of her career. No stranger to overcoming challenges, her work ethic and integrity are unmatched.

John Ortoleva is the Assistant General Counsel for Simon Group Holdings. He provides legal services to all entities under the SGH umbrella, minimizing risk and enhancing profitability- all while maintaining the highest ethical standards. He also serves on the Atlas Oil Leadership Team, overseeing legal affairs for Atlas and its affiliates.

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A proud Nutmegger hailing from New Haven, John received his JD from Michigan State University after attending undergrad at Clark University in Worcester, MA. He draws on extensive legal expertise, having handled hundreds of cases, trials, and court appearances across the automotive, manufacturing, service, banking, and insurance sectors throughout his professional career.

Joseph Simon is the President of Canopy Insurance Group. In this capacity, he develops and executes the overall company's strategy: leading product and technology initiatives, shaping the go-to-market plan, fostering partnerships and collaboration, and strengthening the organization through recruiting.

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Simon has held previous positions in Business Development and Technology Strategy. The Founder of Pure Pili, he holds a Master's Degree from Harvard University and an Economics Degree from the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business.

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He is a native Michigander.