He was educated at Whinham College and obtained a position with Elder Smith and Company at Adelaide in 1897. His energy and ability soon marked him out for promotion and 25 years later, at the early age of 40, he became general manager of the company.
He was educated at Whinham College and began working with Elder Smith and Company in Adelaide in 1897. His talent and drive led to a promotion within 25 years, culminating in him becoming general manager of the company at the age of 40.