How Movember became a global phenomenon
It started out as a bit of fun over a few drinks in Melbourne, but Owen Sharp now heads a foundation that has grown into the only global men’s health charity
CV: Owen Sharp
Position: chief executive of the Movember Foundation
Turnover: AU$78.8 million (€52.45 million)
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