Sir James Hardy

Biography

Sir James Hardy OBE is a sportsman, wine maker, raconteur, businessman and community leader. A highly respected businessman who has gained international respect for his outstanding contribution to the Australian wine industry, he is renowned for his astute business acumen.

One of Australia's yachting greats, Sir James is the winner of many international races, was an America's Cup Skipper three times, and played a major role in Australia II's 1983 victory. Sir James sits on numerous boards and holds many positions including Chairman of the Landcare Australia Foundation and Executive Committee Member of the Neurosurgical Research Foundation of South Australia. His many accolades include being awarded an OBE and a Knight Bachelor for services to yachting and the community. He was awarded Australian Yachtsman of the Year in 1981, and inducted into the America's Cup Hall of Fame in 1994

A witty and engaging speaker, his presentations include: Business Challenges for the NEw Millennium; Leadership - The Way Forward; A Vision For Australia.