Alex Jones, Global Co-Chair of Energy and Natural Resources, DLA Piper - Moderator
Alex Jones provides advice in relation to the acquisition, feasibility assessment, development and operation of resource projects and major infrastructure projects. He assist clients with negotiating the full range of commercial agreements associated with the acquisition and development of projects, identifying and obtaining necessary tenure and approvals and resolving associated contentious matters including administrative proceedings, judicial review of administrative decisions and commercial disputes.
George Bennett, Chief Executive Officer, Rainbow Rare Earths
With over 25 years’ experience in mining, finance and management, George has led a number of mining and energy companies, including Shanta Gold Ltd (which he successfully listed on the London Stock Exchange in 2005), OreCorp Ltd, Argentum (Pty) Energy, and most recently Karo Power (Pvt) Ltd.
Simon Gardner-Bond, Chief Technical Officer, TechMet Ltd
20 years as a Geologist and Mining Analyst.
Alison McGuigan, Vice President, The Cohen Group
Alison McGuigan joined The Cohen Group in early 2013 after 15 years with Austrade (The Australian Trade Commission). Her experience ranges from working with entrepreneurs to Fortune 500 companies to develop new business in Europe, Africa, South East Asia, and Australia.
Farai Nyabereka, Partner, DLA Piper Africa, Zimbabwe (Manokore Attorneys)
Farai Nyabereka is a Partner at Manokore Attorneys, working across various Corporate practice groups, specifically Regulatory & Compliance, Projects & Infrastructure and Mining & Energy.