Simone Briggs is a Consultant with Capgemini Consulting, based in Houston. She is currently supporting the strategic deployment and adoption of an enterprise-wide Big Data analytics, business intelligence, and reporting platform for a large telecom client. Simone received her BA in Psychology, with a Minor in Business from Rice University. She Co-Founded the undergraduate Rice Consulting Club. Prior to joining Capgemini Consulting, she started her career in energy consulting, gaining experience in process and technology advisory, compensation strategy services, and financial analysis. Simone has a strong international background having spent 18-years living abroad across Europe and Asia. Outside of work, Simone enjoys playing sports, gardening, travel, and is interested in volunteer efforts that advance social causes including poverty, education and children’s health.