Early Life
Gretel Lees Packer was born in August 1965 in Sydney, Australia. She is the daughter of Kerry Packer, a prominent media mogul, and Roslyn Packer. Her grandfather was Sir Frank Packer, who founded the Australian Consolidated Press. She attended Ascham School. Growing up in a wealthy family, she had access to significant privileges.
Rise to Success
Gretel Packer became a billionaire after her brother James split their family estate a decade after their father's death in 2005. Following the death of her father, she inherited investments in Crown Resorts and other companies. Her wealth has grown through strategic holdings and diversified investments.
Key Business Strategies
Gretel Packer is known for maintaining a low profile, focusing on investments and philanthropy. She has expanded her property holdings, recently purchasing a neighboring property in Bellevue Hill for $59 million. She is involved in the Packer Family Foundation and is an arts patron.
Philanthropy
Gretel Packer is a dedicated philanthropist. She was the driving force behind the establishment of the $160 million National Philanthropic Fund in 2014, which is supported by the Packer Family Foundation, where she serves as chair. Her philanthropic interests include supporting the arts, education, and environmental science. She is involved with the Art Gallery of New South Wales, the Sydney Theatre Company, and the Taronga Zoo.