LONDON - Mining giant Rio Tinto (NYSE:RIO) announced the appointment of Georgie Bezette as its new Chief People Officer, effective January 1, 2025. Bezette, who has been with the company since 2008, will take over from James Martin, who is set to retire at the end of the year.
Currently serving as Chief Operating Officer, People, Bezette has played a pivotal role in the company's ongoing cultural transformation. Her efforts have been focused on fostering an environment conducive to talent development, inclusivity, and innovation. Rio Tinto CEO Jakob Stausholm praised Bezette for her strong leadership and operational experience, noting her contributions to positive change within the organization.
Stausholm also expressed gratitude to the outgoing Chief People Officer, James Martin, for his significant influence during a period of substantial cultural shift at Rio Tinto. Martin will remain with the company in an advisory role for an additional year to ensure a smooth transition.
In her statement, Bezette expressed enthusiasm for her new role and the opportunity to further the company's strategic goals, emphasizing the importance of continuing the cultural change initiatives already underway.
This leadership change comes at a time when Rio Tinto is positioning itself for a decade of growth, looking to build on the progress it has made in recent years. The information regarding this appointment is based on a press release statement from Rio Tinto.
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