Tony Cochrane is a giant of sports and entertainment, known for his work in the V8 Supercars and Gold Coast Suns, live shows, concerts and theatre, major events and global touring exhibitions.
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Mr Cochrane has been a transformative force in Australia's sports and entertainment landscape. He is known for playing a pivotal role in revitalising the V8 supercars and the Gold Coast Suns, earning a Tony and ARIA awards for his work in the entertainment industry, and his associations with Frank Sinatra and the Rolling Stones – amongst many other accomplishments.
He is described by Victorian Chamber Chief Executive Paul Guerra as Australia's Walt Disney “because of the way that he's redefined not only sports entertainment but theatrical entertainment as well.”