Simeon Khazin was born in Moscow in 1978 and immigrated to the United States in 1995 at age 16. He earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Illinois at Chicago and later an MBA. After college, he spent two years teaching English in Japan, an experience that influenced his approach to precision and design.
Returning to the U.S., Khazin founded Carnation Enterprises in 2004, initially as a reseller of currency counting machines. The company grew into a global manufacturer of money-handling and banking equipment trusted by financial institutions across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Over time, Carnation expanded into smart locks under the Dalton Locks brand, applying the same reliability and technology principles to consumer security.
Khazin serves as CEO of both Carnation Enterprises and Dalton Locks, focusing on trust, technology integration, and human-centered design. He is also listed as Chief Enabling Officer on LinkedIn, though the company website identifies him as CEO.
Career History
| Company | Role | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Carnation Enterprises LLC | Founder & Chief Executive Officer | – present |