Simon Iyore Guobadia
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Simon Iyore Guobadia is a self-made, first-generation entrepreneur, investor, philanthropist,[1] and executive producer who resides in Atlanta, Georgia. [2] Guobadia is the founder of SIMCOL Petroleum Limited Company (established in 2007)[3] and has worked alongside Academy Award winner, Spike Lee to executive produce the 2020 film, Son of the South,[4][5][6] which has received Oscar consideration. [7]
A man of many interests, Guobadia’s greatest passion and purpose is philanthropy. In honor of his Catholic upbringing and the impact that church has had on his life, he is a generous benefactor to his local faith community and a regular donor to Northpoint Ministries – a coalition of seven churches in the Metro Atlanta Area.[8]
Career
Guobadia founded SIMCOL Petroleum Limited Company in 2010. SIMCOL Petroleum Limited Company is a regional fuel supplier, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, specializing in the supply and distribution of Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) and various grades of gasoline products. The fuel supply facilitates commercial and industrial businesses.[9][10]
Adding to his passion projects, Guobadia ventured into several other local endeavors. He opened the eponymous Simon’s Restaurant in September 2017 in Midtown, Atlanta. Simon’s restaurant closed its doors in May 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[11]
Guobadia serves as an executive producer on the 2020 film, Son of the South, alongside Academy Award winner, Spike Lee.[12][13][14][15]
Personal Life
Guobadia is a member of Northpoint Ministries. Guobadia has six children and resides in Atlanta, GA.[16]
References
- ↑ "About Us". Simcolgroup. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
- ↑ "ATLA Atlantan Feb 2021 Page 158". digital.modernluxury.com. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
- ↑ "About Us". Simcolgroup. Retrieved 2021-03-19.
- ↑ Kenigsberg, Ben (2021-02-04). "'Son of the South' Review: Tale of an Alabama Activist". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
- ↑ Leydon, Joe; Leydon, Joe (2021-02-05). "'Son of the South' Review: An Involving True-Life Story About the '60s Civil Rights Movement". Variety. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
- ↑ "Son of the South". Cleveland Scene. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
- ↑ Hipes, Patrick; Hipes, Patrick (2021-02-25). "Oscars: Academy Reveals List Of Films Eligible For Best Picture Race". Deadline. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
- ↑ "ATLA Atlantan Feb 2021 Page 158". digital.modernluxury.com. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
- ↑ "About Us". Simcolgroup. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
- ↑ "ATLA Atlantan Feb 2021 Page 158". digital.modernluxury.com. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
- ↑ CNN, Nicquel Terry Ellis and Adrienne Broaddus. "Black leaders want targeted federal funds for Black businesses hit hard by pandemic". CNN. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
- ↑ "Son of the South". Cleveland Scene. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
- ↑ Leydon, Joe; Leydon, Joe (2021-02-05). "'Son of the South' Review: An Involving True-Life Story About the '60s Civil Rights Movement". Variety. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
- ↑ Kenigsberg, Ben (2021-02-04). "'Son of the South' Review: Tale of an Alabama Activist". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
- ↑ "ATLA Atlantan Feb 2021 Page 158". digital.modernluxury.com. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
- ↑ "ATLA Atlantan Feb 2021 Page 158". digital.modernluxury.com. Retrieved 2021-03-29.
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