Mark Swivel

Mark Swivel serves as a Principal with a broad foundation in corporate law, offering strategic legal advice and representation to numerous Fortune 500 companies. He is particularly adept in mergers and acquisitions, expertly guiding clients through complex transactions with precision. Mark's legal journey began with a Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School, and he is licensed to practise in New York and California. He contributes significantly to the legal community, frequently speaking at conferences and contributing to legal journals. His role as Company Secretary at Enova Community Energy Ltd from January 2016 to June 2021 highlights his commitment to renewable energy initiatives, focusing on solutions for households and communities in the Northern Rivers of NSW and beyond. As the owner of Swivel Pty Ltd from 2006 to 2021, Mark led financial services law and consulting with an emphasis on mutuals, social enterprises, and non-profits. Mark's leadership experience extends to his tenure as a director with SCU, advocating for mutuals and chairing the risk management committee from 2008 to 2010. Prior to that, he was a Partner at Langes Lawyers, where he led the regulatory and compliance practice. Additionally, his expertise in operational management was honed as Chief Operating Officer of the Wholesale Division at Barclays Bank from 1999 to 2002. His academic background is distinguished by a Bachelor’s Degree in History, Economics, and Criminology from the University of Sydney, where he earned the JH McClemens Prize for Criminology and actively participated in extracurricular activities such as editing the Union Recorder and engaging in law revues. Furthering his education, Mark obtained a Master's Degree in International and Community Development from Deakin University, with a thesis exploring microfinance practices by Australian credit unions.