[1] Notably, he and his wife, Jenny Green, a sculptor[7] were jointly recognized with UNSW Alumni Achievement Awards in 2016 for their contributions to the arts and cultural sector.
[18] Additionally, Alison Green, in recognition of Pantera Press's focus on combining business with social responsibility, received the Westpac/Australian Financial Review 100 Women of Influence Award in 2016.
He has also held board positions with organizations like WorleyParsons, a global professional services firm, UNSW Press, a book publisher, and the National Library of Australia.
His earlier career included roles as an investment banker, an executive director at Macquarie Group, and a partner in two law firms (now known as Ashurst LLP and Herbert Smith Freehills).
At Canterbury Boys' High School, Green was editor of the student newspaper, Graffiti, and was a promoter and booking agent for pop and rock bands.