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Gary Flowers

Gary Flowers OM

"Promote curiosity; always be asking “what if” and “why not?”..."

With over 25 years in strategy and leadership experience across three iconic organisations, Gary Flowers is sought by boards to build brands, restructure and turn around businesses.

 

With a double degree and Harvard educated, Gary started his career as a lawyer and was soon promoted to the National Managing Partner of Sparke Helmore. During his tenure, Gary grew the firm by over 600%, taking it from being a NSW based firm to having a national profile and claiming a top 10 ranking in Australia.

 

Following an international search for a new Managing Director, Gary joined the Australian Rugby Union in 2004, leading significant structural reform and capturing record sponsorships in just three years. In 2006, Gary accepted a dual role as Chief Executive Officer for SANZAR.

 

With a talent for diversification, Gary joined the Mirvac Group [ASX: MGR] in 2008 as Chief Operating Officer. Gary was instrumental in turning around the Mirvac Group and securing its survival during the GFC. Mirvac achieved a top 3 status and improved its share price in the most volatile of markets.

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