Since graduating as an accountant, Gary has spent his life developing 'Start Up' businesses. Gary's ventures range from restaurants and gourmet food stores in his early years, to indoor sports venues in Australia, England, South Africa, the USA and Japan in the 80's and 90's. Gary invested in the Fernwood franchise system in the mid 90's, at one stage owning five franchises. His experience in Fernwood and his understanding of the challenges facing the baby boomers' generation led him to seek and secure the rights to Kieser Training in September 2005.
Gary has also undertaken the development of Baringo Village in New Gisborne, Victoria, a property development over 11 acres, including a boutique hotel, restaurant, wine bar and residential housing. Gary is the founding Chairman of Kieser Australia and a director of the company.