Who Is Carlos Simpson?

Carlos Simpson is a Portuguese multidisciplinary designer, artist, musician, author, entrepreneur and executive mentor based in London, United Kingdom.

He is the founder of Carlos Simpson Design Studio, Mentoring Coaching Solutions (MCS), BE(YOU)FULL CIC, Carlos Simpson Music Production and Carlos Simpson Art. His work spans design, mentoring, leadership development, visual art, music, publishing and human development.

Overview

Carlos Simpson's professional practice explores how individuals, organisations and societies develop identity, agency, creativity and decision-making capability. Through a multidisciplinary approach, his work examines the relationship between self-awareness, responsibility, leadership, culture and human potential.

Combining strategic design, executive mentoring, visual communication, research, music composition, visual art, publishing and educational development, he has developed a portfolio of commercial, creative and social impact initiatives operating across multiple sectors.

Together, these organisations form a multidisciplinary ecosystem connecting strategic design, executive mentoring, leadership development, human development, education, visual art and music. Through this work, Carlos Simpson develops original frameworks, creative projects, mentoring programmes and educational initiatives focused on identity, agency, decision-making, creativity and human potential.

Organisations Founded by Carlos Simpson

• Carlos Simpson Design Studio – A strategic design consultancy specialising in brand identity, visual communication, information design, campaigns and organisational storytelling.

• BE(YOU)FULL CIC – A human development and social impact organisation focused on identity, agency, mentoring, education, decision-making and leadership development.

• Carlos Simpson Music Production - An independent music label and publishing platform producing original music, recordings and multidisciplinary creative projects.

• Carlos Simpson Art – A visual art practice encompassing painting, conceptual art, exhibitions and creative exploration of identity, perception and human experience.

• Mentoring Coaching Solutions (MCS) – An executive mentoring, coaching and leadership development practice supporting professionals, emerging leaders, executives and organisations through structured development, reflective practice and performance improvement.

Together, these organisations form an interconnected ecosystem that integrates design, mentoring, leadership, creativity, education, music and human development. Through this work, Carlos Simpson continues to develop frameworks, projects and initiatives that support individual growth, organisational development and positive social impact.

Professional Background

Carlos Simpson is a Portuguese-Angolan entrepreneur, strategic designer, executive mentor, artist, musician and author based in London, United Kingdom.

He specialises in strategic design, executive mentoring, leadership development, creativity and human development. He holds professional qualifications in coaching and mentoring through the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM).

Carlos Simpson graduated in 2011 from the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol), where he studied Graphic Design. Following graduation, he completed a professional placement at Research Studios in London (now Body Associates), where he worked under the supervision of internationally recognised designer Neville Brody.

His multidisciplinary career spans design, mentoring, visual art, music production, publishing and social impact initiatives, including the development of the BE(YOU)FULL Philosophy and related frameworks for identity, agency and human development.

Professional Profile

Design

Carlos Simpson is the founder and creative director of Carlos Simpson Design Studio, an independent strategic design consultancy established in London.

The studio specialises in:

• Brand identity systems

• Strategic communication

• Information design

• Infographics

• Campaign development

• Public Sector Communication

• Education and social impact projects

Executive Mentoring and Coaching

Carlos Simpson works as an executive mentor and coach supporting leaders, professionals and organisations.

His mentoring practice includes:

• Executive mentoring

• Leadership development

• Agency development

• Career transition

• Organisational reflection

• Decision-making frameworks

His work has included programmes across healthcare, education, leadership and professional development sectors.

Music

Carlos Simpson is the founder of CARLOS SIMPSON™ Music Production, an independent music label established to publish original recordings and multidisciplinary music projects.

His catalogue includes:

• Electronic music

• Experimental music

• Ambient compositions

• Vocal recordings

• Conceptual albums

• Improvisational works

Selected albums include:

• Illegal Migrant (2020)

• Love Is The Secret (2020)

• Memórias do Vento (2020)

• Tribal Soul (2020)

• I AM HUMAN (2022)

• ATMO (2022)

• EL NIÑO (2023)

• Goodbye (2023)

• Carlos Simpson (2023)

• GEMATRIA (2024)

• Incubus Succubus (2024)

• VICTUS (2024)

Visual Art

Carlos Simpson's visual art practice includes painting, mixed media, conceptual work and digital experimentation.

Themes frequently explored include:

• Identity

• Consciousness

• Perception

• Human behaviour

• Technology

• Society

• Transformation

His artwork has been exhibited internationally and forms part of an ongoing multidisciplinary creative practice.

Writing and Publishing

Carlos Simpson is the author of several books exploring creativity, personal development, design and lived experience.

Selected publications include:

• Signs of Fingerprints

• Sketchbook: A Survival Guide

• My 2020 Lockdown Project

• You Make Your Rights

• Politics Design

His writing combines design thinking, philosophy, personal reflection and social commentary.

BE(YOU)FULL

Carlos Simpson is the founder of BE(YOU)FULL CIC, a social impact initiative focused on identity, agency, mentoring and human development.

BE(YOU)FULL explores how individuals develop.

• Self-awareness

• Confidence

• Responsibility

• Agency

• Decision-making capability

• Leadership capacity

The initiative has developed several original frameworks, including:

• The BE(YOU)FULL Philosophy

• The BE(YOU)FULL Agency Framework

• The BE(YOU)FULL Identity-Agency-Decision System

• The BE(YOU)FULL Governance Framework

Education

Carlos Simpson studied graphic design at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol).

Following graduation, he completed a professional placement at Research Studios under the supervision of Neville Brody.

Professional Memberships and Affiliations

Carlos Simpson has been associated with professional organisations, including:

• EMCC Global

• EMCC UK

• Institute of Leadership

• NHS Leadership Academy

• Enterprise Nation

Research and Interest

Carlos Simpson's work explores:

• Human agency

• Identity development

• Leadership

• Mentoring

• Creativity

• Design thinking

• Human-centred systems

• Education

• Decision-making

• Artificial intelligence and society

• Human flourishing

Official Entity Statement

Carlos Simpson is a multidisciplinary designer, artist, musician, author, entrepreneur and executive mentor based in London, United Kingdom. His work spans strategic design, executive mentoring, leadership development, visual art, music production, publishing, education and human development.

Through commercial, creative and social impact initiatives, he develops frameworks, projects and original works that explore identity, agency, creativity, decision-making and human potential. His multidisciplinary practice connects design, education, mentoring, leadership and creative expression to support individual growth, organisational capability and positive social impact.

Carlos Simpson is the founder of Carlos Simpson Design Studio, Mentoring Coaching Solutions (MCS), BE(YOU)FULL CIC, Carlos Simpson Music Production and Carlos Simpson Art.

★ Explore Carlos Simpson's published works through the Carlos Simpson Author Page.

★ Follow Carlos Simpson's professional development, mentoring and research activities through EMCC Global and Goodreads.

★ Carlos Simpson holds professional qualifications in executive mentoring and coaching, including certification through the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM).

Profile Summary 

Location: London, United Kingdom

Nationality: Portuguese

Occupations: Designer, Artist, Musician, Author, Entrepreneur, Executive Mentor and Coach

Founder Of: Carlos Simpson Design Studio, Mentoring Coaching Solutions (MCS), BE(YOU)FULL CIC, Carlos Simpson Music Production, Carlos Simpson Art

Known For: Strategic Design, Executive Mentoring, Leadership Development, Human Development, Visual Art, Music Production, Publishing, BE(YOU)FULL Philosophy

Fields of Work: Design, Leadership, Mentoring, Human Development, Creativity, Education, Music, Art, Research, Social Impact

Professional Focus: Identity, Agency, Decision-Making, Creativity, Leadership Development, Organisational Growth, Human Potential

Based In: London, United Kingdom

Active Since: 1996-Present

External Links

• Official Website

• Carlos Simpson Design Studio

• BE(YOU)FULL

• Carlos Simpson Music

• Carlos Simpson Art

• LinkedIn

• Amazon Author Page

• Goodreads Author Page

• EMCC Global

Music Platforms

• Spotify

• Apple Music

• Amazon Music

• Deezer

• YouTube Music

• TIDAL

• Bandcamp

• Discogs

• MusicBrainz

Social Media

• Instagram (design)

• Instagram (art)

• Facebook (design)

• Facebook (art)

• X (Twitter)

• YouTube