09.04.2025 | Australian competition authority
Commissioner Liza Carver is set to depart from the ACCC in mid-May, having made substantial contributions to the agency, particularly as Chair of the ACCC’s Enforcement Committee. Her departure is noted by ACCC Chair Gina Cass-Gottlieb, who praised Carver as one of Australia’s leading experts in competition and consumer law.
During her tenure, Carver has played a crucial role in shaping the ACCC's enforcement program, contributing to key outcomes in areas such as merger reviews and the regulation of digital platforms. Her legal expertise and strategic insights have been instrumental in guiding the agency's efforts to protect consumer welfare and promote competition in the Australian economy.
Reflecting on her time at the ACCC, Carver expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve under Cass-Gottlieb's leadership, emphasizing the agency's importance to consumer welfare and economic competitiveness. She looks forward to witnessing the ACCC's future successes.
Carver's public service career spans several decades, including previous roles with the Trade Practices Commission, the ACCC, and the Australian Energy Markets Commission. Her extensive experience in both public service and private practice has left a lasting impact on the field of competition law in Australia.
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