Glen Richards is an Australian businessman who launched a veterinary empire.
Glen Richards is an entrepreneur and an Australian veterinary physician. Glen is also a founder and CEO of Greencross which is the largest pet care company in Australia.
At an early age, Glen developed a love for animals as his parents had farmed sheep and cattle. His love for animals lead him to practice companion animal medicine and surgery in Brisbane, Townsville, and even London. This was after finishing his studies. At the age of 27, he had saved up cash and purchased Currajong Veterinary Hospital in Townsville back in 1994. The hospital marked the start of his veterinary firm known as Greencross. After 10 years it proved to be a major firm in the country having a huge market share with five clinics established, and large store in Townsville, as well as two hospitals in China.
Although Greencross is the largest pet care company in Australia, Glen has opened up over 230 veterinary hospitals in New Zealand, China, and Australia. The firm has over 5,500 employees which include vets, nurses, retail team members, and managers.
He is currently a director for six allied health and veterinary business. .
He has also ventured into professional investor and mentorship programs. He is also on the board for ASX listed companies. Glen has frequented many startup programs and has also taken part in some pitch events where he can guide young entrepreneurs
In 2016 he also joined the famous reality Tv series Shark Tank Australia.