Jim Kennedy

James Joseph Kennedy (8 April 1934 – 17 September 2021) was an Australian businessman and chartered accountant who was best known for his extensive work in the Australian business and tourism sectors.

Life and career Throughout his career, Kennedy continues to serve on numerous company boards, including that of Qantas, the Commonwealth Bank, Suncorp, Santos, Pacific Dunlop and GWA Group. He was also the longest-serving director of the Australian Securities Exchange.

He was married with five children.

He was subsequently made an Officer of the Order of Australia in the 1995 Australia Day Honours for his service to the business and tourism sectors.

The Queensland University of Technology awarded Kennedy an honorary doctorate in 1995.

In 2001, Kennedy received the Centenary Medal in recognition of his service to finance and business.

Kennedy was named as a Queensland Great in 2006 and was inducted into the Queensland Business Leaders Hall of Fame in 2009.