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Gerry Harvey

Gerry Harvey

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G. Harvey
Rank
#0
Net Worth
$00.0B
Gender
Male
Age
86Y
Country
Australia
Born On
September, 1939
Deceased
No
Relationship Status
Married
Children
4
Education

Unknown

Designation Info :

Self-Made
Yes
Type
Self-Made (Retail)
Organization Name
Harvey Norman
Title
Co-Founder & Executive Chairman
Source

Harvey Norman

Industry
Retail, Sports

About G. Harvey


G erry Harvey is a high-profile and often outspoken Australian self-made billionaire. He is the co-founder and executive chairman of Harvey Norman, a major Australian retail chain that sells furniture, bedding, computers, and electrical goods. He started his career selling vacuum cleaners door-to-door before opening his first store with his business partner, Ian Norman.

They built their first successful retail chain, Norman Ross, which they later sold. After a falling out with the new owners, they co-founded Harvey Norman in 1982. The company, which operates on a unique franchise model, has grown into a massive retail empire with hundreds of stores across Australia, New Zealand, and other countries. In addition to his retail empire, Harvey is one of the largest and most passionate owner-breeders of thoroughbred racehorses in Australia, owning the major horse sales company, Magic Millions. He is a prominent and often controversial public figure in Australian business.

Quick Reads


  • Co-founder and Executive Chairman of the Australian retail giant Harvey Norman.
  • A self-made billionaire, he started his career selling vacuum cleaners.
  • One of the largest and most influential owner-breeders of thoroughbred racehorses in Australia.
  • Owns the prominent horse auction house, Magic Millions.
  • Known for his outspoken and sometimes controversial public persona.

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