Strategic focus, critical resources
We are unlocking the potential of critical mineral projects, transforming exploration success into shareholder value while embedding environmental and social responsibility, as well as responsible practices and transparency.
Board
With experience in mining, project management, feasibility studies, and finance, Resouro’s leadership team brings the expertise and vision to transform development-stage projects into successful operations. Our team’s proven track record and deep industry knowledge ensure a strategic approach to unlocking value and delivering results at every stage of the project lifecycle.
Christopher Eager
Board Chairman
Mr Eager has more than 30 years’ experience in the mining industry as an engineer, entrepreneur, and in project finance roles in Australia and South America. Following the completion of his MBA from the Institut Supérieur de Gestion (ISG) in Paris, Mr Eager worked in mining project finance for NM Rothschild (Australia). He went on to become a co-founder and the CEO of Monterrico Metals PLC, which unlocked the value of the Peruvian Rio Blanco copper project and went on to be acquired in 2007 at a valuation of approximately USD 200 million. Mr Eager moved to Brazil in 2016 to develop Resouro Strategic Metals.
Philippe Martins
Director and Chief Legal Counsel
Mr Martins is a lawyer certified by the Brazilian Bar Association (OAB) specialising in Corporate and Mining Law. He has more than 20 years’ experience in the Brazilian mineral market, including over 10 years working in legal consultancy and litigation for national and international companies operating in Brazil. For more than seven years Mr Martins served as the Legal Director for Luna Gold Corp (currently Equinox Gold).
Justin Clyne
Director
Mr Clyne is an Australian based company director and company secretary for publicly listed and unlisted companies. He was admitted as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of New South Wales and High Court of Australia in 1996 before gaining admission as a barrister in 1998. Over the past 16 years, Mr Clyne has provided corporate advisory and related services for listed entities in Australia and USA. He holds a Master of Laws in International Law from the University of New South Wales, is a qualified Chartered Company Secretary and a Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Anne Landry
Director
Ms Landry is an international finance professional with over 30 years of experience in financial structuring, investments and strategy. She has been responsible for the oversight and bankable structuring of projects in various sectors including mining, and with financial institutions and multilateral organizations worldwide. Ms Landry is a former member of the board and executive committee of the Ambatovy nickel project in Madagascar. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from McGill University, a MBA from Institut Supérieur de Gestion in Paris and is a CFA charterholder.
Mangement Team
Alistair Stephens
CEO
Mr Stephens has 35 years’ experience in mining and commodities marketing, particularly in the critical minerals and rare earths sectors. Across his career Mr Stephens has led metallurgical flowsheet and engineering design development, and played a key role in finalising feasibility studies for major rare earths projects. Among those are Arafura Resources’ Nolans, Globe Metals and Mining’s Kanyika and Lindian Resources’ Kangankunde. Mr Stephens holds bachelor degrees in Geology/Earth Science and Business, and MBA from Curtin University and a Diploma in Corporate Governance from the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Sandra Evans
CFO and Corporate Secretary
Sandra Evans, CPA, CGA has more than 30 years’ experience in the energy, mining and manufacturing industries, both in Brazil and internationally. Ms Evans has held senior accounting roles in several highly successful international exploration companies, bringing a hands-on approach to budget management and public reporting.
Rodrigo Mello
Senior Consultant
Mr. Mello is a geologist with a postgraduate degree in computing and almost 40 years of experience in the mineral industry. His extensive expertise spans exploration, mineral resource evaluation, and project development. A Qualified Person (QP), Mr. Mello has contributed to 23 reports published on SEDAR for gold, copper, and silver projects. He has held leadership positions in mining companies since 1991, including Angloamerican, Anglogold and Goldcorp. As president of MPBA in Brazil, he led the construction of the Tucano gold mine, overseeing a capital expenditure of nearly US$ 200 million. Additionally, as Technical Director of Vicenza, he played a pivotal role in the discovery of the Tiros Titanium and REE project.
Luedson Manduca
Senior Geologist
Mr. Manduca is a Lead Geologist with over 20 years of experience in mineral exploration specializing in project management, leading interdisciplinary teams, and driving strategic exploration programs. His expertise spans a diverse array of geological environments, including Rare Earth Elements sedimentary deposits, greenstone belts, magmatic arc, porphyry and intruded-related systems, with extensive experience in Brazil. He spent 15 years advancing through progressively senior exploration roles across several gold projects. Mr. Manduca has a bachelor's degree in geology from Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais.
Monica Carvalho
Community Relations Coordinator
Ms. Carvalho brings over 30 years of experience in relationship management, mediation, and conflict resolution, with a focus on fostering positive human relationships. She has experience in handling complex demands from decision-makers, managing dissatisfaction, and delivering excellence in customer engagement. Her career includes collaboration with various organizations and professional groups, contributing to organizational harmony and satisfaction. Ms Carvalho holds postgraduate degrees in Applied Mathematics (UNIS/MG), Psychoanalytic Theory (UNIFENAS/MG), Management and Pedagogical Training in Administration, Inspection, Guidance, and Supervision (UNIS/MG), and Psychopedagogy in Institutional and Clinical Settings with an Inclusive Perspective (UNIS/MG).
Jordana Ferreira
Project Manager
Ms. Ferreira, appointed through Progesys, serves as Project Manager for the Tiros Project. Ms. Ferreira holds a solid background in Civil and Mining Engineering complemented by advanced qualifications in project and business management, environmental consultancy, and engineering production. Based in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, she brings extensive experience, including her recent role as Engineering Coordination and Process Manager for Serra Verde in Brazil.
Corporate Responsibility
Providing a Workplace of Excellence
At Resouro we recognise the profound impact that our businesses can have on people and the environment. We see our role in a secure, sustainable future as more than just developing projects to supply materials for a clean energy future. It’s also being committed to industry leading engagement with all the stakeholders who support us.
Our Vision of Corporate Responsibility
To encompass our broad view of sustainability, our vision of corporate responsibility includes:
- Being stewards of the natural environment.
- Engaging with all stakeholders including local communities, staff and contractors, as well as suppliers and customers.
- Providing a workplace of excellence, inclusion and safety.
- Maintaining the highest standards of ethical governance and compliance to build trust, safeguard investor interests and enhance value creation for the long term.
- Holding ourselves responsible for continuous improvement, and actively seeking opportunities to work smarter and safer across the business.
To transform these commitments into reality we embed ethical principles into our culture and day-to-day practices.
Environmental Stewardship
As we pursue a sustainable development strategy, we are committed to:
- Not only complying with regulations but going beyond what’s required through initiatives including land remediation and water conservation.
- Ensuring our sustainability commitment is ingrained into all our operations, from exploration through to procurement and marketing.
- Being an industry leader in initiatives to reduce emissions and waste.
Engagement with stakeholders
Recognizing that our success is intrinsically linked with the wellbeing of all stakeholders including our neighbours, people who work with us, and suppliers and customers, we will:
- Continue to foster meaningful relationships built on trust, transparency, respect and mutual benefit.
- Extend dialogue with local communities so that we understand and respond appropriately to any concerns, ensuring our practices align with societal values and expectations.
- Drive positive social impact by developing, alongside community leaders, locally based initiatives that support physical and mental health.
Providing a Workplace of Excellence, Inclusion & Safety
To deliver on our commitment to best practice and ethical behaviour across our company we:
- Recognise there is strength in diversity and ensure our processes enable us to attract and retain the brightest talent in an inclusive manner.
- Commit to the health and safety of all employees, as well as contractors who work alongside us.
- Uphold strict standards of behaviour to guide and protect our employees and contractors.
Ethical Governance
Integrity is the cornerstone of our corporate ethos. To ensure our actions align with our values and principles, we:
- Ensure all employees and contractors are familiar with and adhere to our Code of Ethics.
- Beyond our Code of Ethics, we strive to foster an organisation-wide culture of accountability and transparency.
- Incorporate into our investment processes the tools to identify and mitigate financial, operational, regulatory and reputational risks.
Ongoing Evolution
We recognise that the dynamic nature of the mining industry demands ongoing innovation and adaptation. To be an industry leader in safe and sustainable operations, we:
- Encourage and empower our employees to speak up about ways they believe will improve our resource use while minimising any risks to their colleagues, other stakeholders and the environment.
- Strive to invest in the most advanced technologies and employee training available to us so that we don’t just meet but also exceed industry benchmarks.
- Continuously evaluate data from operations to improve our practices and ensure that we work progressively towards our goal – a sustainable and secure future.
Our Corporate Responsibility program is an integral part of who we are, and we see it continuing to grow and evolve along with our Company.
Corporate Governance Plan
