A new era of Capricorn leadership

In October, Queensland Member Director Mark Rowe was appointed the new Chair of the Capricorn Board, replacing Mark Cooper who had been in the position since 2019.

Mark Rowe is thrilled to be taking on the role of Chair at such an exciting time for the industry.

“This year Capricorn celebrated half a decade of supporting automotive businesses like mine and I’m looking forward to continuing to support this purpose for the next 50.”

“We’re experiencing a once-in-a-generation transformation in automotive right now, and no-one knows exactly what the future holds. What we do know, is Capricorn will be there to support businesses in the industry, no matter what the future is.”

An auto electrician by trade, Mark has been a Capricorn Member since 1999. He was first elected to the Board in October 2022.

Mark also paid tribute to Mark Cooper, retiring Chair.

“Mark Cooper has been an instrumental Chair of the Capricorn Board, leading the organisation through a period of record growth. I look forward to continuing to grow on his fantastic legacy.”

Mark Cooper will remain on the Board as the VIC/TAS Director until the 2025 Annual General Meeting.