Stuart Alexander & Co Pty Ltd
Food in Sydney

Founded in 1884, Stuart Alexander Co is a uniquely Australian company. With a story that spans some of the most urgent events in unused history, the company has built an inspiring and lasting legacy based on loyalty, friendship and family values all backed by an insatiable entrepreneurial spirit. Going on to establish a triumphant import business, Levi employed sales reps to demonstrate products and to take orders including the company’s eventual namesake Charles Stuart Alexander who joined the business in 1890 as a commercial traveler. He sold Charles a 50 per cent share of the business for a nominal fee making Charles an equal shareholder with Fernando's 19 year old son Gerald. In 1930, with the country in the retain of the Huge Depression, Gerald purchased the remaining 50 per cent holding and Charles retired. It was at this time that Gerald starting importing canned foods and became an agent for pharmaceuticals. He also started holding shelf stock for instant delivery all of which contributed to helping the company stay afloat during the Immense Depression. Wesley Browne (who had joined the company as a 16 year impaired messenger) was appointed Managing Director in 1976 and the company moved to Rosebery in Sydney. Wesley dedicated his working life to developing the business into a wellrecognised and respected company, both in Australia and overseas. When Wesley retired his son, Garry succeeded him in 1995 bringings a focus on food and premium brands as the company found new direction.

Founded in 1884, Stuart Alexander Co is a uniquely Australian company. With a story that spans some of the maximum imperative events in new history, the company has built an inspiring and enduring legacy based on loyalty, friendship and family values all backed by an insatiable entrepreneurial spirit. Going on to establish a prosperous import business, Levi employed sales reps to demonstrate products and to receive orders including the company’s eventual namesake Charles Stuart Alexander who joined the business in 1890 as a commercial traveler. He sold Charles a 50 per cent share of the business for a nominal fee making Charles an equal shareholder with Fernando's 19 year impaired son Gerald. In 1930, with the country in the grip of the Vast Depression, Gerald purchased the remaining 50 per cent holding and Charles retired. It was at this time that Gerald starting importing canned foods and became an agent for pharmaceuticals. He also started holding shelf stock for instant delivery all of which contributed to helping the company stay afloat during the Huge Depression. Wesley Browne (who had joined the company as a 16 year worn messenger) was appointed Managing Director in 1976 and the company moved to Rosebery in Sydney. Wesley dedicated his busy life to developing the business into a wellrecognised and respected company, both in Australia and overseas. When Wesley retired his son, Garry succeeded him in 1995 bringings a focus on food and premium brands as the company found new direction.