Frank Lowy

Date of Birth: October 22, 1930

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Biography

Frank Lowy is an Australian-Israeli businessman and philanthropist, renowned for his significant contributions to the retail and property development industries. Born on October 22, 1930, in Fiľakovo, Czechoslovakia (now Slovakia), Lowy survived the Holocaust and emigrated to Australia in 1952. In 1959, he co-founded the Westfield Group, which grew to become one of the world’s largest shopping center companies. Lowy served as the company’s chairman for over five decades. He is also known for his philanthropic efforts, particularly in education, health, and the arts, both in Australia and Israel.

5 Interesting Facts about Frank Lowy

1. Frank Lowy served in the Haganah, the Jewish paramilitary organization in what was then British Mandate Palestine.

2. He co-founded the Westfield Group with John Saunders in 1959, starting with a small shopping center in Blacktown, Sydney.

3. Lowy was appointed a Companion of the Order of Australia (AC) in 2000 for his service to business and philanthropy.

4. He is a major supporter of the Lowy Institute for International Policy, an independent, nonpartisan international policy think tank.

5. In 2018, Lowy sold Westfield Corporation to Unibail-Rodamco for $15.7 billion.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Frank Lowy

1. “If you love what you do, you will never work another day in your life.”

2. “Success is not just about money. It’s about making a difference.”

3. “The only way to achieve the impossible is to believe it is possible.”

4. “Philanthropy is not just about giving money but about solving problems.”

5. “Business is about people. It’s about relationships.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At his peak, Frank Lowy’s net worth was estimated to be around $6.5 billion.

Children

Frank Lowy has three sons: David Lowy, Peter Lowy, and Steven Lowy. All of his sons have been involved in the family business and have held significant positions within the Westfield Group.