Over a remarkable 40-year career, Samuel Schwartz’s guiding principle has been a commitment to his community with a focus on giving back in the areas of education, health care and community empowerment.

A tireless York ambassador, Schwartz became a member of the University’s Board of Governors in 2002. During his 12-year board tenure, he served as a member of the Senate and as chair of York’s Academic Resources Committee, directing board oversight in the creation of the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies. In recognition of his outstanding contributions, he was named an honorary governor of the board this past June. Schwartz’s other volunteer contributions include Mount Sinai Hospital Foundation board member and Canadian Cancer Society national campaign cabinet member.

A corporate lawyer specializing in financing and intellectual property, Schwartz’s professional career has included building boutique law practices as well as holding senior leadership positions in regional and national law firms. He is currently managing partner at the Toronto office of Davis LLP.