Tony Simmons is a consultant with IBS Global and his expertise covers operational strategies, developing public-private partnerships, acquisitions, and investment strategic alliances.  He has over 17 years of experience in senior leadership roles and investor consulting for start-ups and early stage growth companies in North America, Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean.  In conjunction with his business experience, Mr. Simmons was an executive level appointee for several government administrations within the Federal, State and local levels for over 20 years.