Naomi Simson

Naomi Simson OAM is an Australian businessperson, entrepreneur, podcaster and blogger. After launching the Australian online success story RedBalloon in 2001, Naomi went on to co-found Big Red Group with partner David Anderson in 2017. Headquartered in Sydney's CBD, Big Red Group is the largest marketplace of experiences in ANZ, and home to leading brands including Adrenaline, Experience Oz, Local Agent, Everything NZ, and RedBalloon. In 2026, Simson was awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia for her services to business, entrepreneurship and leadership.