Biography
John Hancock (born John Langley Hayward on January 2, 1976) is an Australian businessman and mining heir. He is the son of Gina Rinehart, the richest person in Australia, and the grandson of Lang Hancock, a prominent mining magnate. His primary source of wealth is mining, stemming from his family's significant stake in Hancock Prospecting, a company that controls substantial iron ore royalties and agricultural assets. John Hancock has a career spanning over two decades, with experience in the resources industry, financial markets, public relations, and litigation. His estimated net worth is $2.67 Billion (as of Financial Review Rich List in 2024), which places him among the wealthiest individuals in Australia. He holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Notre Dame.