With nearly 20 years of experience in the mining, minerals, and related industries, I have held diverse roles across corporate, technical, and operational functions, both domestically and internationally. My career began in business development and improvement analysis within mining services and contracting, where I gained practical insights into the mining industry. This foundation led me to a Commodity Analyst role, where I worked closely with a former Head of Mining and Metals at JPMorgan, learning to assess investment opportunities and monetize mineral projects through FX, hedging, debt financing, and private equity. Our mandates from SOEs and Sovereign Wealth Funds involved providing valuation and trading strategies for mineral assets, with a focus on iron ore, copper, nickel, rail, and infrastructure.I developed a deep understanding of the technical drivers behind the success or failure of mineral projects, often collaborating with consultants and acting as the company representative. This technical knowledge, combined with a strategic mindset, has guided my approach to Talent Acquisition, business development, and workforce strategy within mining and related industries. I have held key roles as a Principal Recruiter, consultant, and analyst, specializing in workforce forecasting, attraction, mobilization, and retention.Known for quickly identifying opportunities, underlying value, and inefficiencies, I have gained professional experience in Australia, Hong Kong, Brazil, South Africa, and Papua New Guinea. As the former founding Managing Director of a successful South American-focused exploration company, I have extensive experience in workforce and project management, contract staffing, and contingent manpower. My background also includes market intelligence, peer evaluation consulting, and executive search, particularly for critical roles where discretion is essential.