Ken Harkness
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Ken Harkness

Ken Harkness

Principal K M Harkness & Co

location
Thirlmere, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number(02) 923..

About Ken

Ken Harkness is the Principal of K M Harkness & Co, a well-established general city legal practice since 1983, known for delivering professional services at reasonable costs. With a solid foundation in economics and law, Ken holds degrees in BEc and LLB, equipping him with a unique perspective on both legal and business matters. As the former President of the City of Sydney Law Society from 2010 to 2012, Ken has been a prominent figure in the legal community, advocating for the profession and its development. Throughout his illustrious career, Ken has brought his expertise to diverse business environments, having held strategic positions across various sectors. His tenure as Director of the Business Advisory Group at the US-China Chamber of Commerce highlights his role in fostering international collaborations and bringing innovative technologies to new markets, demonstrating his capability in guiding complex legal and business strategies. Ken also brings a wealth of leadership experience from his previous roles, including his presidency of the Game Division at Atari, where he led significant product innovations, and as CEO of Revell USA & GMBH Europe, where he executed a major turnaround strategy, boosting the company's financial performance and leadership team. These experiences have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of corporate operations and strategic management, enhancing his legal practice with valuable business insights. His education at Harvard Business School, where he earned an MBA specialising in Strategic Business Operations, and his BA in Economics from Williams College, further solidify his adeptness at navigating the intricate intersection of business and law. Ken's guidance is sought by clients who value his pragmatic approach and strategic acumen in achieving their legal and commercial objectives.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law
Intellectual Property

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Experience

Director, Business Advisory Group
Director, Business Advisory Group
US-China Chamber of Commerce
Jan 2006 - Present · 20 years 5 months
Consultant
Consultant
Six Small Struggling Companies
Jan 1987 - Nov 2003 · 16 years 10 months
President, Game Division
President, Game Division
Atari
Jan 1983 - Dec 1986 · 3 years 11 months
CEO
CEO
Revell USA & GMBH Europe
Mar 1980 - Dec 1983 · 3 years 9 months
SVP Pepsico & President of Wilson Tennis Division
SVP Pepsico & President of Wilson Tennis Division
Pepsico
Jan 1972 - Dec 1980 · 8 years 11 months

Education

MBA, Strategic Business Operations
MBA, Strategic Business Operations
Harvard Business School
1900 - 1900
BA, Economics
BA, Economics
Williams College
1900 - 1900

Contact Information

Thirlmere, NSW

LocationShop 3, 81-87 Westbourne Avenue, Thirlmere, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number(02) 923..
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Practice Certificate

Name
Ken Harkness
Date of Admission
1980
Certification type
Principal of a law practice
Class
Law Practice
Region
NSW
CheckLast checked: 5 Jun 2026•
Checked with the Law Society of NSW

Practice Categories

Commercial Law
    Intellectual Property
    • Patents and Trademarks