ESG STRATEGY & ANALYTICS

Newmont Mining Corporation, Business Intelligence System

USA/Global

As lead consultant, managed team which developed business intelligence platform for sustainability performance management. Web-based SaaS tools revealed company performance against 100+ indicators for safety, environment, community, human rights and most metrics which comprise global ESG frameworks. Created data warehouse populated with multiple decades of company-wide, regional and site-level data, as well as data from other major producers for comparison. The platform included a live social media analytics component enabling stakeholder sentiment tracking. Platform offered the ability to improve sustainability outcomes with a feedback mechanism for stated goals.

Gold Fields Ltd., Growth and International Projects Division, Sustainable Exploration Framework

Peru/Global

Created sustainable exploration framework for newly-formed global business unit. Worked with corporate, operations and site-level professionals to develop sustainable development approach, congruent with group-wide framework but tailored to exploration. Facilitated global offsite in Peru for sustainable development team from headquarters and all regions.

World Gold Council, Sustainability Benchmarking

UK/Global

As Sustainability Advisor, while evaluating the need for development of gold industry sustainability standards, conducted detailed assessment of all WGC members’ (25 largest gold producers) goals and performance against numerous metrics in environmental stewardship, community relations, economic development, governance and human rights.

Molson Coors Brewing Company, Corporate Responsibility Alignment

USA/Canada/UK

As independent consultant to newly-merged company, interviewed both company staff and NGO partners in the US, Canada and UK, and integrated diverse perspectives to form aligned ESG policy and strategy pillars. Writer and editor of all narrative sections and selected policy statements for first corporate responsibility report.

Almaden Minerals, Ixtaca Project, Community Water Enhancement

Mexico

As Principal Consultant, worked with executive and site-level teams to identify and evaluate alternatives for the provision of domestic water to the impacted community.

ESG FRAMEWORKS

Rincon Lithium Project (now Rio Tinto), Equator Principles Gap Assessment

Argentina

The Equator Principles serve as a common baseline and risk management framework for financial institutions to identify, assess and manage environmental and social risks when financing large infrastructure and industrial projects. As Principal Consultant, conducted analysis of gaps between Rincon’s approach to preparation and reporting of environmental and social risk data for both construction and operating phases, and those used by Equator Principles Financial Institutions (EPFIs).

World Gold Council, Conflict-Free Gold Standard

UK/Global

Served on Working Group to develop first standard for gold industry to prevent gold mined in or transported through areas of armed conflict from reaching the supply chain. Engaged with numerous players in suppy chain including producers, refiners, jewelers and regulators.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & IMPACT ASSESSMENT

World Bank Group, Mine Closure and Economic Regeneration Study

Georgia, Armenia and Kyrgyzstan

Private Sector Expert/International Economist for assessment of environmental and social issues facing former Soviet states regarding acute and chronic social, environmental and economic risks, identifiying key regulatory, financial and institutional factors inhibiting proper closure, and providing guidance for potential mine repurposing and economic regeneration.

Kumtor Gold Company (Centerra Gold), Conceptual Closure Plan

Kyrgyzstan

Lead Socioeconomic Expert for conceptual closure plan, working with in-country staff and in-region consultants. Conducted stakeholder engagement program throughout impacted communities, gathered and analyzed socioeconomic data, produced economic impact study and options for post-closure economic development.

World Gold Council, Gold mining and the transformation of developing countries

Tanzania

As Sustainability Advisor, led and authored comprehensive study of the effects of gold mining on the Tanzanian economy over the lifecycle of the entire large-scale gold mining industry. Gathered data from each mine on salaries, procurement, tax payments, training expense and other indicators.

World Gold Council, The economic contribution of large-scale gold mining in Peru

Peru

As Sustainability Advisor, conducted study of national and local effects of gold mining in Peru, including local supplier development and capacity building. Authored published report, interviewed small business owners and produced short documentary film, screened at World Bank and Lima Gold Symposium.

World Gold Council, Public and Employee Health Study

Tanzania, South Africa, Ghana and Indonesia

As Sustainability Advisor, led and authored comprehensive study of infectious disease incidence and management in gold mining communities. Studied factors contributing to HIV, TB and malaria incidence and mining company initiatives to prevent and manage infections among employees, contractors and community members. Held press conference with IFC Against AIDS, Global Fund for HIV, TB and Malaria and AMREF in New York for leading national publications.

STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT

Newmont Mining Corporation, Buyat Bay Environmental Litigation

Indonesia

As Director of Public Affairs, engaged with local stakeholders in mining communities, Indonesian officials and academics, and attended sessions of 20-month trial.

Fruta del Norte (Lundin Gold), Resettlement Action Plan

Ecuador

As Expert Reviewer of IFC-compliant resettlement plan for affected residents, supervised local team in data collection, analysis and plan development.

WORKSHOPS

Resource Initiatives, The Economics of Social License

USA

Developed, presented and sponsored full-day workshop for both mining and energy professionals on the financial implications of social license to operate. Convened cross-sector dialogue to share challenges and approaches. Presented keynote speech and hosted guest speakers in executive roles at multinational mining and energy companies including Rio Tinto and Encana.

World Health Organization (WHO), Stop TB Partnership

Brazil

Partnered with UNAIDS to organize two panels on TB in the workplace at world’s largest conference on tuberculosis. Co-chaired first panel and presented on second, along with representatives from ILO, World Economic Forum, GBC, WHO and private sector multinationals AngloGold Ashanti, Heineken and others.

ESG BRANDING

Rio Tinto, Corporate Overview, Safety and Business Unit Video Series

USA

Wrote, directed and produced Rio Tinto Minerals corporate overview video. Produced Leadership video for Diamonds and Minerals group. Produced safety video for Rio Tinto Minerals, U.S. Borax Inc.

Red Robin Gourmet Restaurants, Corporate Responsibility Review

USA

For first corporate responsibility report, reviewed pillars of ESG programs and performance, interviewed staff from C-suite to store-level in identifying emerging strengths and themes. Authored web-based report content and collaborated with management pre-launch.

“Women on Boards,” Panelist, Women of M&A Network, Denver, Colorado

“The Importance of Mentorship,” Panelist, Women in ETFs, Denver, Colorado

“Liquid assets: Water Footprint and Access to Capital,” Presentation, Annual Convention, Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada, Toronto, Canada

“Seeking Better Investment Returns through Social Risk Management: From Exploration to Closure,” Presentation, Annual Conference, Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration, Denver, Colorado

“How Water Issues Impact Valuation of Mining Projects and Companies,” Presentation, Mine Water Symposium, Nevada Water Resources Association, Reno, Nevada

“Approaches to Community Engagement and Social Risk Mitigation for Mines Approaching Closure,” Presentation, Seminario Internacional Minero, Asociación de Ingenieros de Minas, Metalurgistas y Geólogos de Mexico, Hermosillo, Mexico

“Quantifying the Impact of Social License for Investment Decision-Making,” Presentation, Current Trends in Mining Finance Conference, Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration, New York

“Sustainability and Access to Capital in Natural Resources,” Presentation, Rocky Mountain Summit, National Investor Relations Institute, Denver, Colorado

“The Economics of Social License,” Presentation, Annual Conference, Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration, Phoenix, Arizona

“Mining Social License After a Bull Market: Lessons to Learn for the Next Up Cycle,” Keynote Speech, Denver Gold Forum, Denver, Colorado

“The ‘Last Mile’ in Stakeholder Outreach: How to Make it to the Finish Line,” Opening Speech, Economics of Social License Workshop, Denver, Colorado

“How to Measure the Value of Social License in Oil and Gas,” Guest Speech, Golder Associates Oil & Gas Breakfast Series, Denver, Colorado

“Stakeholder Relations in the Digital Age,” Conference Chair, Opening Speech, National Western Mining Conference & Exhibition, Denver, Colorado

“Stakeholder Relations in the Digital Age,” Keynote Speech, Denver Gold Group, Denver, Colorado

“Stakeholder Communication in Support of Social License to Operate,” Keynote Speech, Investor Relations Seminar, Denver Gold Group, Toronto, Canada

“Reputation Management in the Digital Age: Oil & Gas,” Guest Speech, American Exploration & Production Council, Denver, Colorado

“New Media in the Mining Sustainability Dialogue,” Workshop Chair and Opening Speech, Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada, Toronto, Canada

“The Economic Contribution of Large-Scale Gold Mining in Peru”:

1. Research Publication and Documentary Film, World Gold Council

2. Keynote Speech and Film Screening, Lima Gold Symposium, Lima, Peru

3. Keynote Speech and Film Screening, Gold for Development, World Bank, Washington, DC

“Measuring Sustainability Performance in the Mining Industry”, Brazilian Institute of Mining (IBRAM) Conference on Mining in the Amazon, Belem, Brazil

“Gold Mining and the Resource Curse: A Lifecycle Assessment of Tanzania”, Keynote Speech, Denver Gold Group, Denver, Colorado

“Quantifying Sustainability Performance for Reputation Management: A comparative analysis of five global mining companies,” Keynote Speech, ExposIBRAM, Brazilian Institute of Mining, Belo Horizonte, Brazil

“The Golden Building Block: gold mining and the transformation of developing economies”, Publication, World Gold Council

“Safeguarding Workplace and Community Health: How gold mining companies are fighting TB and related infectious disease”, Chair and Opening Speech, TB in the Workplace Session, Stop TB Partners Forum, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

“Safeguarding Workplace and Community Health: how gold mining companies are fighting HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria”, Publication, World Gold Council.

Board Director Seats

Janus Henderson Investors, ETF Trusts (2016-Present)

Cascadia Minerals Ltd. (2023-Present)

ATAC Resources Ltd. (2022-2023, acquired by Hecla Mining Co.)

Janus Funds, Janus External Trust (2003-2005, Trust acquired by Phoenix Investment Counsel)

Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment, Compliance Advisory Panel (2004-2006)

Board Committee Memberships

Audit (Janus Henderson, Cascadia Minerals and Janus Funds)

Compensation (Cascadia Minerals)

Nominating & Governance - Chair (Janus Henderson)

Brokerage & Distribution - Chair (Janus Funds)

Pricing (Janus Funds)

Board Governance Credentials

DDN 502 Systemic Cyber Risk Governance for U.S. Public Company Corporate Directors – Digital Directors Network (2022)

Corporate Boardbound – Women’s Leadership Foundation (2022)

Women Corporate Directors

Women in ETFs

Independent Directors Council/Investment Company Institute

Mutual Fund Directors Forum

Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration

Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada

Women in Mining

MBA in Finance, Columbia Business School, Columbia University

Master of International Affairs in Economic Policy, SIPA, Columbia University

Diploma of Hispanic Studies, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Spain

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, University of California, Berkeley