Backstories looks at the remarkable career and lives of famous West Australians and notable individuals around the world.

This week, Jack Cowin, the founder of Hungry Jacks joined Julie-anne Sprague.

Jack Cowin founded Hungry Jack’s after emigrating from his native Canada as a 27-year-old in 1969.

He is one of this country’s most successful entrepreneurs, building a near $5 billion empire after opening a fast food chain.

Before he became a Rich Lister he was selling trees door-to-door , was a university wrestler and studied psychology. 

Backstories looks at the remarkable career and lives of famous West Australians and notable individuals around the world.
This week, Jack Cowin, the founder of Hungry Jacks joined Julie-anne Sprague.
Jack Cowin founded Hungry Jack’s after emigrating from his native Canada as a 27-year-old in 1969.
He is one of this country’s most successful entrepreneurs, building a near $5 billion empire after opening a fast food chain.
Before he became a Rich Lister he was selling trees door-to-door , was a university wrestler and studied psychology.

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague will break down the issues that matter to you.

It’s a conversation with the people of Perth where you’ll get to know more than just the headline. It connects you with some of the country’s leading experts in health, property and technology.

As well as the latest news, you’ll get informative tips and advice on everything from keeping your garden in bloom to the best travel spots, as well as behind-the-scenes takes on your favourite sports teams.

You’ll have a laugh and you’re guaranteed to learn something new when you tune in with Julie-anne from 12pm-3pm.

Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague will break down the issues that matter to you.
It’s a conversation with the people of Perth where you’ll get to know more than just the headline. It connects you with some of the country’s leading experts in health, property and technology.
As well as the latest news, you’ll get informative tips and advice on everything from keeping your garden in bloom to the best travel spots, as well as behind-the-scenes takes on your favourite sports teams.
You’ll have a laugh and you’re guaranteed to learn something new when you tune in with Julie-anne from 12pm-3pm.

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