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Diversity Champion: Jessica Fung, Investment Strategist

Meet Jessica Fung, a senior investment strategist and critical minerals expert. In our latest Commodities Diversity Champion interview, Jessica shares her career insights, leadership philosophy, and commitment to diversity and inclusion in the investment and mining sectors.Jessica talks to us about how she draws inspiration from her parents, her journey navigating challenges, and how her strategic leadership and dedication to equity is fuelling innovation at Pala Investments.HC Group: Can you te...
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Diversity Champion: Tasja Botha, CEO at VAKT

In our latest Diversity Champion interview, we speak to Tasja Botha, CEO at VAKT. Tasja's journey from a mainframe computer programmer in the 1990s to her current role as CEO showcases her evolution from managing intricate projects in FX trading to leading global sales initiatives and eventually stepping into the role of a standalone business leader. Discover more about Tasja’s journey and insights on driving positive change in the corporate landscape.HC Group: Can you tell us about your career...
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Diversity Champion: Céline Coimbra, CEO at Holcim Trading & Shipping

In our latest Diversity Champion article, we feature Céline Coimbra, CEO of Holcim Trading & Shipping. With a civil engineering background, Céline’s career spans global roles from Portugal to the Americas and back to her birth country, Switzerland. As CEO, Céline is dedicated to ethical business practices, transparency, and team well-being.Céline’s advice to aspiring leaders centers on authenticity, integrity, and self-care. She advocates for staying true to one’s values, managing business with...
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Diversity Champion: Heidi Herzog, Former VP New Energies and Head of Commercial & Business Development, Americas at Vopak

In the latest instalment of HC Insider’s Diversity Champion series, we sat down with Heidi Herzog, Former VP New Energies and Head of Commercial & Business Development, Americas at Vopak. From navigating diverse cultures in negotiations to overcoming career challenges, Heidi discusses the importance of women's networks in championing diversity and inclusion within the energy industry, emphasizing collaboration, clarity, and the value of relationships in achieving success.
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Diversity Champion: Novera Khan, Founder and CEO of EmBER Advisory LLC

In the latest instalment of HC Insider’s Diversity Champion series, we sat down with Novera Khan, Founder and CEO of EmBER Advisory LLC and co-founder of HC Group’s Thought Partners, a new advisory business offering a unique model of thought partnership to support senior executives and leaders from across the energy and commodities markets globally. In this interview, Novera reflects on her 23-year career journey in the energy industry.
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Diversity Champion: Raj Murugesan, Head of Global Poultry at dsm-firmenich

In the latest instalment of HC Insider’s Diversity Champion series, we sat down with Raj Murugesan, Head of Global Poultry at dsm-firmenich. In this interview, Raj shares insights into his career journey, which has spanned over two decades, with more than 15 years dedicated to dsm-firmenich.
Not only transitioning across industries but also moving across continents and embracing cultural differences after relocating from India to the US, Raj delves into the strategies he employed to adapt and thrive in diverse environments. Additionally, he offers valuable perspectives on the importance of fostering an inclusive workplace culture and the role of allies in driving meaningful change.
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Diversity Champion: Karin Dahlman, Energy Director at Alcoa

In the latest instalment of HC Insider’s Diversity Champion series, we sat down with Karin Dahlman, an Energy Director at Alcoa. From her early days as a graduate trainee at Elkem, navigating diverse roles in corporate strategy, logistics, and marketing, to her current position as an Energy Director at Alcoa, Karin shares insights into her professional growth.
Gain valuable insights into how Karin integrates principles of diversity and inclusion into sustainability initiatives and discover the lessons she learned during her leadership role at Women in Mining (WIM Switzerland).
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Diversity Champion: Usha Kakaria-Cayaux, Chief Human Resources Officer at ofi

In the latest instalment of HC Insider’s Diversity Champion series, we sat down with Usha Kakaria-Cayaux, Chief Human Resources Officer at olam food ingredients (ofi).
In this interview, Usha shares her career journey, insights gained from a variety of leadership roles spanning HR, finance, and marketing, along with her pivotal role in driving inclusion, diversity, and equity (ID&E) efforts at ofi. We also talk about her approach to shaping ofi’s culture, emphasizing the value of individual initiative while maintaining a sense of shared responsibility.
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Diversity Champion: Yuki Ghantous, Japan Country President at BHP

In our latest instalment of HC Insider’s Diversity Champion series, we had the privilege of sitting down with Yuki Ghantous, Japan Country President for BHP. Yuki's career path, from her experience in the West Australian state government to her current role at BHP, showcases her strong leadership and commitment to diversity and inclusion.
In this interview, Yuki shares her career insights, the pivotal role of empathy in leadership, BHP's progressive diversity initiatives, and valuable advice for companies in the commodity industry seeking to embrace diversity.
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Q3 2023 Market Review

Are commodities markets back to normal? Our Q3 Market Review finds plenty of evidence of change.
Across more than 50 pages of analysis and graphics, we delve into the latest talent trends impacting the global energy and commodities value chains - from the pivot to hydrogen and ammonia; to the need for natural language processing skills; and the appeal of Dubai’s Multi Commodities Center. More than 350 talent moves show which individuals have changed roles, and where they have gone.
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Diversity Champion: Salam Safi, Vice President Human Resources at Darling Ingredients

At Darling Ingredients, a global leader in sustainable food production and animal by-product solutions, diversity and inclusion lie at the heart of the company's operations. With agriculture playing a vital role in global food security, Salam Safi, Vice President of Human Resources at Darling Ingredients, advocates for a diverse workforce that represents the multitude of cultures, backgrounds, and identities across the globe, enabling the company to address the complex challenges it faces. In ou
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Diversity Champion: Ephi Banaynal dela Cruz, Co-founder and CEO, Context Nature, and Chair Emeritus Steering Committee for Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI)

In the latest instalment of HC Group's Diversity Champion series, we had the privilege of sitting down with Ephi Banaynal dela Cruz. For over two decades, Banaynal dela Cruz has developed and implemented global standards, programs, and technologies in corporate sustainability and human rights, product design, environment, safety, engineering, security, and responsible supply chains at several Fortune 500 companies.
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Diversity Champion: Renata Costa Zingre, Managing Director, Iron Ore Sales Europe and North America at Vale

In the latest installment of HC Insider’s Diversity Champion series, we had the privilege of engaging in a thought-provoking conversation with Renata Costa Zingre, an influential figure in her role as Managing Director, Iron Ore Sales Europe and North America at Vale. Zingre shares the challenges she has overcome in her career and highlights the benefits of cultivating an inclusive and globally diverse workforce.
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European Offshore Wind Sector Sees Increase in Demand for Talent

In response to the global energy market disruption caused by Russia's invasion of Ukraine, European policymakers have recognized the urgency to enhance domestic energy production and meet renewable targets. The European Commission introduced the REPowerEU Plan in May 2022, which emphasized the crucial role of wind energy in rapidly reducing reliance on Russian fossil fuels by 2027. EU Member States have also agreed to nearly double their offshore wind capacities by 2030.
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Diversity Champion: Christie Chavis, Vice President Animal Nutrition and Health Performance Solutions at DSM

By 2050, 10 billion people will inhabit Earth, presenting the agriculture industry with an unprecedented challenge as it strives to deliver sustainable food systems that respect animals, people, and the planet. With 30 years of experience within agriculture, animal production, biotechnology and biologicals, Christie Chavis, Vice President Animal Nutrition and Health Performance Solutions at DSM, speaks to HC Insider about her passion for developing environmentally sustainable solutions.
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HC Group Announces New Strategic Partner: Wellnest Retreats SA

HC Group has partnered with Wellnest Retreats SA to raise awareness within the energy and commodities sector of the importance of employee wellbeing. We speak to Richard Evrard, co-Founder and CEO of Wellnest Retreats SA, to find out how a life changing moment led to the establishment of programs and activities, validated by a scientific and ethical committee, to help others achieve a sustainable level of wellness.
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Diversity Champion: Andrea Cornwell, Head of Marketing and Sustainability Lead at Peak Rare Earths

To help drive diversity, equity, and inclusion in the global commodity industry, HC Insider recently launched Diversity Champion, a new leadership thoughts series. We will be speaking to diverse individuals in the commodities sector to explore their career journey and learn how they are fostering an inclusive workforce. Meet our Diversity Champion: Andrea Cornwell, Head of Marketing and Sustainability Lead at Peak Rare Earths.
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