Gary Smith
Chairman at FLIGHT CENTRE TRAVEL GROUP LIMITED
Net worth: 412 577 $ as of 2024-03-30
Profile
Gary Warwick Smith is the founder of Tourism Leisure Corp.
Pty Ltd.
(founded in 1996) and holds the title of Managing Director.
He currently holds multiple positions, including Independent Non-Executive Chairman at Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd.
(since 2007), Independent Non-Executive Director at Michael Hill New Zealand Ltd.
(since 2012), Non-Executive Director at National Roads & Motorists' Association Ltd.
(since 2019), Director at Tourism & Events Queensland (since 2012), Managing Director & Director at Kingfisher Bay Resort Village Pty.
Ltd., Managing Director at KBRV Resort Operations Pty Ltd., and Director at Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand.
He also serves as a Non-Independent Non-Executive Director at Michael Hill International Ltd.
(since 2012).
In his former positions, he served as Chairman of Queensland Tourism Industry Council, Director at Income Asset Management Group Ltd., Director at S8 Ltd., Director at Ecotourism Australia Ltd., and Director at Events Queensland.
He obtained his undergraduate degree from The University of Queensland.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-06-29 | 25,675 ( 0.01% ) | 365 996 $ | 2024-03-30 | |
| 2023-09-14 | 102,000 ( 0.03% ) | 46 581 $ | 2024-03-30 |
Gary Smith active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| FLIGHT CENTRE TRAVEL GROUP LIMITED | Chairman | 2014-08-31 |
| MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED | Director/Board Member | 2012-10-31 |
Tourism Leisure Corp. Pty Ltd.
 Tourism Leisure Corp. Pty Ltd. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Tourism Leisure Corp. Pty Ltd. specializes in development and operation of tourism infrastructure, provision of hotel and resort management services and consulting on tourism industry matters. The company was founded by Gary Warwick Smith is headquartered in Brisbane, Australia. | Chief Executive Officer | 2011-01-20 |
Michael Hill New Zealand Ltd.
 Michael Hill New Zealand Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Michael Hill New Zealand Ltd. engages in the business of jewelry retailing and manufacturing. It owns the brands Michael Hill and Emma and Roe and operates a retail jewellery chain in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and United States. The firm products categories include diamond rings, gold rings, earrings, bangles, bracelets and pendants. It also sells wrist watches for men and women through its Michael Hill brand name. The company was founded by Michael Richard Hill and Ann Christine Hill in 1979 and is headquartered in Murarrie, Australia. | Director/Board Member | 2012-11-01 |
KBRV Resort Operations Pty Ltd.
 KBRV Resort Operations Pty Ltd. Hotels/Resorts/Cruise linesConsumer Services Part of Kelsian Group Ltd., KBRV Resort Operations Pty Ltd. is a tourism operator that runs the largest resort in the Fraser Coast/Hervey Bay region. The resort is located on World Heritage-listed and is a perfect destination for a relaxing island retreat. The private company is based in Brisbane, Australia. The Australian company offers 4-star accommodation, award-winning dining, daily guided tours, eco marine cruises, and activities. The CEO of the company is Gary Warwick Smith. | Chief Executive Officer | - |
Kingfisher Bay Resort Village Pty. Ltd.
 Kingfisher Bay Resort Village Pty. Ltd. Hotels/Resorts/Cruise linesConsumer Services Kingfisher Bay Resort Village Pty. Ltd. owns and operate resorts in Fraser Coast. The company was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Hervey Bay, Australia. | Chief Executive Officer | - |
| Tourism & Events Queensland | Director/Board Member | 2011-12-31 |
National Roads & Motorists' Association Ltd.
 National Roads & Motorists' Association Ltd. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services National Roads & Motorists' Association Ltd. provides road assistance services. It also offers international driver's licenses, car reviews, motoring, travel, and lifestyle benefits to its members. The company was founded in February 1920 and is headquartered in Sydney, Australia. | Director/Board Member | 2019-02-05 |
Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand
 Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand is an association for chartered accountants that provides accounting services. The non-profit company is based in Auckland, New Zealand. | Director/Board Member | - |
Former positions of Gary Smith
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Training of Gary Smith
| The University of Queensland | Undergraduate Degree |
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Linked companies
| Listed companies | 3 |
|---|---|
| FLIGHT CENTRE TRAVEL GROUP LIMITED | Consumer Services |
| INCOME ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP LIMITED | Finance |
| MICHAEL HILL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED | Retail Trade |
| Private companies | 11 |
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Michael Hill New Zealand Ltd.
Michael Hill New Zealand Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Michael Hill New Zealand Ltd. engages in the business of jewelry retailing and manufacturing. It owns the brands Michael Hill and Emma and Roe and operates a retail jewellery chain in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and United States. The firm products categories include diamond rings, gold rings, earrings, bangles, bracelets and pendants. It also sells wrist watches for men and women through its Michael Hill brand name. The company was founded by Michael Richard Hill and Ann Christine Hill in 1979 and is headquartered in Murarrie, Australia. | Retail Trade |
S8 Ltd.
 S8 Ltd. Real Estate DevelopmentFinance S8 Ltd. primarily involved in the ownership, leasing and maintenance of apartment and resort facilities. It acts as an agent in the buying and selling of apartments and is in the provision of travel agent services, cleaning and maintenance services of apartments and apartment supplies. | Finance |
National Roads & Motorists' Association Ltd.
National Roads & Motorists' Association Ltd. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services National Roads & Motorists' Association Ltd. provides road assistance services. It also offers international driver's licenses, car reviews, motoring, travel, and lifestyle benefits to its members. The company was founded in February 1920 and is headquartered in Sydney, Australia. | Consumer Services |
Tourism Leisure Corp. Pty Ltd.
Tourism Leisure Corp. Pty Ltd. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Tourism Leisure Corp. Pty Ltd. specializes in development and operation of tourism infrastructure, provision of hotel and resort management services and consulting on tourism industry matters. The company was founded by Gary Warwick Smith is headquartered in Brisbane, Australia. | Consumer Services |
Queensland Tourism Industry Council
 Queensland Tourism Industry Council Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Queensland Tourism Industry Council is an Australian private company located in Brisbane that operates as a not-for-profit organization that represents the tourism and hospitality industry. Daniel Gschwind is currently the CEO of the firm. | Commercial Services |
Ecotourism Australia Ltd.
 Ecotourism Australia Ltd. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Ecotourism Australia Ltd. is an Australian private company located in Fortitude Valley that operates as a not-for-profit organization in promoting tourism operations and systems. | Commercial Services |
| Events Queensland | |
Kingfisher Bay Resort Village Pty. Ltd.
Kingfisher Bay Resort Village Pty. Ltd. Hotels/Resorts/Cruise linesConsumer Services Kingfisher Bay Resort Village Pty. Ltd. owns and operate resorts in Fraser Coast. The company was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Hervey Bay, Australia. | Consumer Services |
KBRV Resort Operations Pty Ltd.
KBRV Resort Operations Pty Ltd. Hotels/Resorts/Cruise linesConsumer Services Part of Kelsian Group Ltd., KBRV Resort Operations Pty Ltd. is a tourism operator that runs the largest resort in the Fraser Coast/Hervey Bay region. The resort is located on World Heritage-listed and is a perfect destination for a relaxing island retreat. The private company is based in Brisbane, Australia. The Australian company offers 4-star accommodation, award-winning dining, daily guided tours, eco marine cruises, and activities. The CEO of the company is Gary Warwick Smith. | Consumer Services |
| Tourism & Events Queensland | |
Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand
Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand is an association for chartered accountants that provides accounting services. The non-profit company is based in Auckland, New Zealand. | Commercial Services |
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