Mykhailo Pyrtko
Place of Birth
Mykhailo Pyrtko was born in Lviv region, Ukraine.
Education
He studied at Lopatyn Secondary School. He obtained higher education at Ivan Franko National University of Lviv, where he earned a Specialist degree in Law (2013) and a Master’s degree in Finance (2015). He continued his postgraduate studies in the history of law.
In 2021, Mykhailo Pyrtko earned a PhD in Law at Ivan Franko National University of Lviv.
In 2023, he obtained a Master’s degree in Electrical Power Engineering and Energy Security.
Fluent in Ukrainian, English, Spanish, and Russian.
Career
Mykhailo Pyrtko began his professional career as a lawyer in Lviv and Kyiv, specializing in corporate and tax law. He later headed legal departments, overseeing investment deals and protecting business interests.
Between 2013 and 2018, he served as CEO in various companies, responsible for strategic planning, partner negotiations, and financial management.
From 2016 to 2019, he led a group of companies engaged in the construction of solar power plants, equipment supply, and legal support for energy projects.
Since 2021, he has chaired the supervisory board of the venture fund Kharrikein, which invests in real estate and energy projects.
Energy Sector Activities
Since 2016, he has been actively involved in renewable energy projects, including:
- Organization and management of solar power plant construction in Ukraine;
- Development of energy-saving and energy storage projects;
- Member of the Ukrainian Renewable Energy Association;
- Member of the International Solar Energy Society (ISES);
- Member of the Energy Institute (EI).
Legal Practice
In 2020, he obtained a license to practice law. His main areas of legal expertise include:
- Business structuring — helping companies build efficient corporate models;
- Administrative process optimization — implementing transparent and effective management mechanisms;
- Tax planning — developing optimal strategies for various jurisdictions;
- Investment support — facilitating negotiations and deals with international partners.
International Cooperation
He has participated in international projects and negotiations with companies from the EU, Turkey, Azerbaijan, and China. His work has included legal support for investments and facilitating dialogue between foreign investors and Ukrainian businesses or government institutions.
He has provided consulting services on tax, administrative, and banking matters, helping businesses adapt to Ukrainian legislation and reduce risks. In this capacity, he has often acted as a mediator between international partners and the Ukrainian market, contributing to joint project implementation and investment attraction.
Geographical Focus
- European Union — legal and investment models in renewable energy and real estate;
- Central and Latin America — management of infrastructure and energy projects, legal support for transactions in fast-growing economies;
- Morocco and the Middle East — risk analysis and implementation of energy and development projects in complex political and economic environments.
Personal Life
- Married, wife - Roksolana Pyrtko
- Father of two children