Simon Walker is the kind of person who introduces himself first as a father and brother — and only then as an international corporate lawyer. An English solicitor by training and an explorer by nature, he’s lived across the UK, Asia, and the UAE, before choosing Ras Al Khaimah for its mix of calm, community, and coastline. These days, his mornings involve flamingos, lagoons, and mountain views — and his workdays involve helping businesses buy, sell, and partner across borders. Think global experience, local grounding, and a lifestyle that finally breathes.
Interview Highlights
🌍 106 countries later… Simon didn’t retire to RAK — he upgraded his lifestyle while keeping his international practice fully active.
🏖️ Why RAK? Barefoot beach walks, flamingos flying overhead, mountains on one side, sea on the other — and still close enough to Dubai for client meetings.
⚖️ What he actually does: Corporate deals, joint ventures, buying and selling companies — his job is to make the deal happen, not fight about it.
🧭 Cultural translator alert: Years of global deal-making taught him how different cultures negotiate, decide, and move — and how to find the middle path.
🤝 The quiet connector: Simon naturally links people who should know each other — not loudly, just thoughtfully.
🧠 Mental health matters: After losing his father, he developed a deep personal commitment to supporting conversations around mental health, anxiety, and addiction.
🌱 Advice for newcomers: Slow down, be authentic, find your people, and don’t fight RAK’s pace — it’s part of the magic (and yes, WOW-RAK helps).
Pull Out Quotes
“Firstly, I’m a father and a brother. I think that’s the most important thing.”
“It’s more like exploring really. It’s more like traveling slightly than than life was in Dubai.”
“Take your time. Don’t rush at it. Things move more slowly in Ras Al Khaimah… but quite authentic.”
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About the Collaboration (WOW-RAK × E-Find RAK)
When storytelling meets discovery — you get a front-row seat to Ras Al Khaimah’s most inspiring journeys. That’s exactly what happens when WOW-RAK, the city’s lifestyle voice, joins hands with E-Find RAK, the digital compass for local talent and businesses. Think of it as your backstage pass to the people shaping RAK — with heart, hustle, and a whole lot of personality.
Together, we’re lifting the curtain on the movers and makers behind the emirate’s glow-up. From boardrooms to beach walks, RAK Icons brings you real stories from real legends — all rooted right here in Ras Al Khaimah.
Together, we’re putting the spotlight where it belongs: on the people behind the scenes — the dreamers, doers, and change-makers who are building, creating, and inspiring in Ras Al Khaimah. From accountants to artists, chefs to CEOs, RAK Icons is our way of saying, “Hey, have you met this amazing human yet?”
Because Ras Al Khaimah isn’t just about the views — it’s about the visionaries. And this collaboration is here to tell their stories, one incredible local at a time.
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