Early Life
Gretel Lees Packer was born in August 1965, in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. She is the daughter of Kerry Packer, a prominent media mogul, and Roslyn Packer, a philanthropist. Her grandfather was Sir Frank Packer, who founded the Australian Consolidated Press.
Rise to Success
Gretel Packer inherited significant investments in Crown Resorts and other companies after her father's death in 2005. Following a settlement with her brother, James Packer, she further solidified her financial standing. She has since become a successful businesswoman in her own right, managing her investments and contributing to various companies, including Consolidated Press Holdings.
Key Business Strategies
Packer's business strategy involves managing and growing her inherited investments, which primarily operate in the finance and investments sector. Her focus appears to be on maintaining and expanding the family's wealth through strategic investments. She also has a key role in philanthropy.
Philanthropy
Gretel Packer is deeply involved in philanthropy, supporting arts, education, and environmental science initiatives. She chairs the Packer Family Foundation, the Crown Resorts Foundation, and The Sydney Theatre Company Foundation. She was also the driving force behind the establishment of the $160 million National Philanthropic Fund in 2014, which supports various community and educational endeavors.