Craig Dean

Executive Chairman & CEO Gerald Group

Craig Dean is Chairman and CEO of Gerald Group, the largest independent and employee-owned global metals merchant. Prior to becoming CEO in 2012, Craig served as Group CFO for five years. Craig has over 25 years of experience in the global commodities trading and shipping industries, and before joining Gerald in 2007, was Audit Partner at Deloitte & Touche in Switzerland.

Craig is leading Gerald’s growth into new geographic regions and countries in Africa where the Group has growing presence, with a focus on expanding its metals portfolio and adding value across the global metals supply chain. He would like Gerald to play a role in shaping the future of metals as they impact the lives of society and communities.

He is also Chairman and CEO of Marampa Mines Limited, Gerald’s flagship iron ore asset in Sierra Leone. Under Craig’s vision, Marampa Mines has transformed from a non-performing asset into one of Africa’s highest-quality iron ore producers and a major contributor to the country’s economic and social development.

Craig holds a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) degree and a degree in Accounting from University of Connecticut and is a member of the Swiss Chamber of Accountants “Chambre Fiduciaire”.

2024 Agenda Sessions

Country Showcase - Sierra Leone

The country showcases are designed to highlight the key developing markets within the continent. These nations look to promote the opportunities for investment, exploration and production within their respective jurisdictions.

Tuesday 06 February 11:00 - 00:30 Governments Stage 2

Intergovernmental Summit

Add to calendar 02/06/2024 11:00 02/06/2024 00:30 Country Showcase - Sierra Leone The country showcases are designed to highlight the key developing markets within the continent. These nations look to promote the opportunities for investment, exploration and production within their respective jurisdictions. Governments Stage 2 Africa/Johannesburg

INVESTOR VIEW

What does Africa's iron ore industry look like 10 years from now?

How much longer does South Africa’s mature iron ore mines have – and does this warrant investing to decarbonise their footprints?
Are green iron ore mines in Africa feasible without infrastructure – and where will the investment come from?
Like manganese, is scrap metal the long-term solution to delivering green steel supply chains?

Wednesday 07 February 16:50 - 17:10 Disruptors Stage

Disruptive Discussions

Add to calendar 02/07/2024 16:50 02/07/2024 17:10 INVESTOR VIEW What does Africa's iron ore industry look like 10 years from now?

How much longer does South Africa’s mature iron ore mines have – and does this warrant investing to decarbonise their footprints?
Are green iron ore mines in Africa feasible without infrastructure – and where will the investment come from?
Like manganese, is scrap metal the long-term solution to delivering green steel supply chains?

Disruptors Stage Africa/Johannesburg

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