John Hewitt

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John Hewitt is a renowned American entrepreneur who has made a significant impact in the business world through his innovative ideas and strategic thinking. He is best known for his success in the tax preparation industry, having founded two of the largest tax preparation companies in the United States - Jackson Hewitt and Liberty Tax. Both companies represent two of the top 100 largest retail organizations in North America.

Born in Detroit Michigan and raised in Hamburg, New York, Hewitt's entrepreneurial spirit was evident from a young age. He started his career as a tax preparer for H&R Block, where he quickly rose through the ranks to become a regional director. However, he soon realized that he had a vision for a different kind of tax preparation company – one that prioritized customer service and convenience.

In 1982, John Hewitt founded Jackson Hewitt, which quickly became one of the most successful tax preparation companies in the country. With an innovative software and focus on customer service, Jackson Hewitt grew to over 6,000 locations nationwide at the top of the company’s success.

In 1997, John Hewitt sold Jackson Hewitt to Cendant Corporation for over $480 million, but he wasn't done yet. In 1998, he founded Liberty Tax, which became a major player in the tax preparation industry with over 4,000 locations (at one time) in the United States and Canada.

Throughout his career, Hewitt has been recognized for his entrepreneurial achievements. He has received numerous awards, including the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year award in 2003 and the International Franchise Association's Entrepreneur of the Year award in 2005. He is also a member of the Ernst & Young Entrepreneurship Hall of Fame and the Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame.

In addition to his success in business, John is also a philanthropist who has dedicated his time and resources to helping others, through fighting world hunger and other charitable endeavors.

Overall, John Hewitt is a remarkable entrepreneur who has made a significant impact in the tax preparation industry and beyond. His innovative ideas, commitment to customer service, and entrepreneurial spirit have helped him build three incredibly successful companies and make a difference in the lives of countless individuals and organizations.

John Hewitt has:
• Founded and grew two of the largest retail chains in North America
• In 2012, Liberty Tax Service operated over 4,000 locations in the U.S. and Canada
• International Franchise Association Entrepreneur of the Year (2005)
• Accounting Today - Top 100 Most Influential People (2000-2012)
• Best Selling Author – iCompete: How My Extraordinary Strategy For Winning Can Be Yours (2016)
• Inc. Magazine (1992) - Jackson Hewitt ranked 2nd in the tax industry and was one of the fastest growing private companies in the United States