Marc Besen
Australian businessman and philanthropist (1923–2023)
Summary
Marcus Besen was an Australian businessman, philanthropist, and Holocaust survivor. He was the managing director of fashion retailer Sussan from 1951 to 1980, and he was involved in various philanthropic activities. In 2015, he was appointed a Companion of the Order of Australia.
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