Simon and Fredrick made their fortune trading wine and precious gems with the west and the Serradic Empire. Rather than retiring in comfort, they took their fortunes and founded the Peoples College of Acryn. They believed that in the same way they had built a fortune on their own backs, any person in Acryn could become truly great if given a chance to shine. The College they founded continues to provide free education today, largely because of Simon's political activity, ensuring that there are always donors willing to keep the college alive. A very private man, Simon has very little to say about himself, always keen to keep the College and its work foremost in peoples minds.