JACK Gance, Chairman and co-founder of Chemist Warehouse, has been announced as the Ernst and Young (EY) Entrepreneur Of The Year 2023.
Selected from a group of seven finalists recognised for their purpose-driven leadership and entrepreneurial spirit, Gance was named winner at the awards ceremony yesterday in acknowledgement of his work in the Australian pharmacy industry.
Chair of judges, Shark Tank investor, and founder of Greencross Dr Glen Richards said, "the judges were unanimous in our decision that Jack Gance is an iconic and serial entrepreneur whom we are proud to put on the world stage of entrepreneurship in Jun at EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year in Monaco.
"From the beginning, the Chemist Warehouse journey has always been focused on adding value to Australian households by providing a wide range of health, beauty, and wellness products (over 35,000 to date) at the best possible prices for their customers.
"Under Jack's leadership, the Chemist Warehouse team has delivered excellence in merchandising, continual innovation with their evolving pharmacy and retail business model and provided outstanding value to millions of households across Australia by making healthcare more affordable," Richards said.
EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Australian Leader Justin Howse said: "Jack is a disruptive pioneer.
"His focus on the customer and drive to provide Australians with access to affordable, discounted prescriptions are evident throughout his career and came through in his presentation.
"Jack had a vision for the future of Australian pharmacies, and brought this vision to life through passion, persistence, drive, and dedication," said Howse.
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