Mark Begich


Of Counsel - Mark Begich

Mark Begich is special counsel in the firm’s Alaska office, where helps the firm identify strategic partnerships with Alaskans. Begich is also President and CEO of Northern Compass Group, LLC.  A businessman since age 14 and a public servant with decades of experience, Begich has built an impressive record of accomplishments on some of the most complicated but important issues such as fisheries, resource development, arctic policy, education, veterans, commerce, housing and more.

During his tenure as U.S. Senator for Alaska, Mark Begich earned the reputation of a hard-working, pragmatic problem-solver who was willing to work across party lines to get things done. Defying party labels and utilizing his business background, Begich broke down bureaucratic barriers and was an effective advocate for Native American interests in Congress.

Quickly rising to leadership positions, Begich was Chairman of both the Steering and Outreach Committee and the Oceans Subcommittee. He also served on influential committees including Appropriations, Commerce, Veterans, Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, Armed Services, and Indian Affairs.