Grant Hackett OAM

Grant Hackett OAM

Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Generation Life. One of Australia's greatest ever swimmers

Grant Hackett OAM joined the Generation Development Group & Generation Life Executive Team in September 2017 and was promoted to CEO in 2018.

Since Grant’s appointment he has driven 23% 5-year CAGR in sales and 38% 5-year CAGR NPAT for the Group.

Over the past 5-years the share price for GDG (the ASX listed entity that Grant runs) has been in the top decile in both the top 300 & 500 companies on the ASX, achieving growth of almost 300%.

With over 16 years of experience, Grant has held many senior positions across marketing, distribution and wealth management for Westpac and BT Financial Group.

Grant’s qualifications include an Executive Master of Business Administration with first class honours, a Diploma of Financial Services and he is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Prior to his corporate career, Grant was a multiple Olympic, Commonwealth & World champion representing Australia in swimming and has held 16 world records.

At Olympic, Commonwealth and World Championships Grant had 64 starts, medalled 58 times including 36 Gold Medals and broke 16 world records.

Grant has received the Order of Australia medal, Australian Sports Medal, and Centenary Medal for his achievements and is a member of the Sports Australia Hall of Fame and International Swimming Hall of Fame.

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Grant Hackett OAM's tenure as CEO of Generation Development Group (GDG) and Generation Life has been marked by remarkable growth, with a 23% 5-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in sales and a 38% 5-year CAGR in net profit after tax (NPAT) for the Group. Under his leadership, GDG's share price has soared, ranking in the top decile among both the top 300 and 500 companies on the ASX, achieving nearly 300% growth over the past 5 years.
With over 16 years of experience, Grant has held numerous senior positions in marketing, distribution, and wealth management at esteemed financial institutions like Westpac and BT Financial Group. His extensive background in these areas has undoubtedly contributed to his success in driving growth and profitability at GDG.
Grant's impressive academic credentials include an Executive Master of Business Administration with first-class honors, a Diploma of Financial Services, and graduation from the Australian Institute of Company Directors. These qualifications reflect his commitment to continuous learning and professional development, enhancing his strategic leadership capabilities.
Before his corporate career, Grant achieved phenomenal success as a professional swimmer, representing Australia in multiple Olympic, Commonwealth, and World Championships. His illustrious swimming career saw him secure an impressive tally of 36 gold medals out of 64 starts, breaking 16 world records along the way. Grant's outstanding achievements have earned him prestigious accolades such as the Order of Australia medal, Australian Sports Medal, and Centenary Medal, cementing his legacy in the Sports Australia Hall of Fame and the International Swimming Hall of Fame.

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