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Making a Difference

How One New Zealand Created a Global Business, and His Thoughts on the Country's Direction
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The story behind Sir Owen Glenn's global business success and major philanthropic contributions. From humble beginnings in New Zealand, Owen Glenn built up a highly successful global business empire and now he is focusing his wealth to deliver significant philanthropic benefits here and overseas. This fascinating memoir gives insight into Owen's business philosophies and commercial strategies, especially regarding international business expansion and success. It also describes how Owen is now using his considerable energies to contribute to the world in a philanthropic sense through the Glenn Family Foundation. In addition, it covers some of his ideas about the best way forward for New Zealand. He is keen to see the country he loves succeed. This is a great read, inspiring and aspirational for every New Zealander.

Author Biography

Owen Glenn recently sold OTS Logistics Group, a truly integrated global transport conglomerate. He was an internationally-recognized leader in the logistics industry and is an inspiration to others interested in business and entrepreneurial opportunities. He founded the Glenn Family Foundation, and in 2005 contributed NZ$7.5 million to The University of Auckland Business School. He also supports a range of other causes, including the AUT-Millennium Institute of Sport and Health and New Zealand Hockey. In India, the Foundation continues to support the rescue of children from exploitation, and village development. He was appointed to the New Zealand Order of Merit and received an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Laws from the University of Auckland.
Release date NZ
July 13th, 2012
Author
Audience
  • General (US: Trade)
Contributor
  • With Michael Larsen
Country of Publication
New Zealand
Illustrations
Illustrations (some col.)
Imprint
Random House New Zealand Ltd
Pages
240
Publisher
Random House New Zealand Ltd
Year First Published
2012
Dimensions
155x236x25
ISBN-13
9781869799649
Product ID
19866080

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