Ken Mc Cracken
About Ken Mc Cracken
Ken McCracken is the General Counsel & Chief Regulatory Officer at Nodal, with a distinguished career in commodity futures and regulatory law.
Ken McCracken - General Counsel & Chief Regulatory Officer at Nodal
Ken McCracken serves as the General Counsel and Chief Regulatory Officer at Nodal. He joined Nodal in 2019 as the Deputy General Counsel for the exchange and clearing house. In his current role, McCracken oversees legal and regulatory matters, contributing to the firm's compliance and governance framework.
Ken McCracken's Background in Commodity Futures
Ken McCracken began his career in commodity futures at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), where he stayed for over ten years. During his tenure at the CFTC, McCracken served as the Chief Trial Attorney in the Division of Enforcement. He was also a member of the CFTC-SEC Product Definition team, which further defined crucial financial terms such as 'Swap,' 'Security-Based Swap,' and 'Security-Based Swap Agreement' under the changes effectuated by the Dodd-Frank Act.
Legal Career Highlights of Ken McCracken
Ken McCracken has had an extensive legal career, having served in several high-profile positions. Before joining Nodal, he was a Partner at the law firm Schiff Hardin LLP. He also served as an Attorney at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and was the Assistant Attorney General for the State of Missouri. McCracken's legal career spans across various facets of regulatory and enforcement roles in the energy and commodity sectors.
Ken McCracken's Academic Contributions
In addition to his professional legal career, Ken McCracken has contributed to the academic field. He served as an Adjunct Professor at George Washington University Law School. His role as an educator enabled him to share his deep knowledge of law, particularly focusing on regulatory and enforcement issues.
Ken McCracken's Educational Background
Ken McCracken holds a Juris Doctorate from the University of Kansas School of Law. His educational background provided the foundation for his extensive career in law and regulatory compliance. McCracken's education has played a crucial role in his ability to navigate complex legal and regulatory frameworks in the energy and commodity sectors.