Key skills and expertise

With over 25 years of professional experience, the expert specializes in extractive industry policy advice and advocacy, sustainability in mining, and stakeholder engagement. Over the past decade, they have advised on global mining and energy projects, focusing on regulatory compliance, financing, and policy development. As General Counsel at SRK Consulting, they led strategic planning and decision-making. Their work includes comparative legal analysis and capacity building, contributing to international initiatives with the World Bank and other organizations. Leadership roles have driven significant advancements in corporate social responsibility and governance within the mining sector.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert collaborated with the World Bank on projects in the Caucasus and Kazakhstan, providing comparative analysis of domestic environmental and social legislation regarding mining. The work involved policy formation and development to enhance sustainability and economic benefits, with a focus on regional and sector-specific impacts. Additionally, the expert co-authored a Mine Closure Toolbox for governments, demonstrating a commitment to capacity building and technical assistance in the mining sector.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across sectors such as training, law, corporate social responsibility, mining, risk management, and advocacy. Holding roles like General Counsel and Principal Consultant, they have provided legal and strategic advice on extractive industry projects worldwide. Their interdisciplinary expertise includes sustainability in mining, stakeholder engagement, and policy advocacy. This work spans multiple regions, with a focus on regulatory compliance and corporate governance, enhancing the integration of legal frameworks with environmental and social governance objectives.

Extensive geographic experience includes work in Argentina, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Brazil, Canada, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and the USA. Their work in these regions has involved deep engagement with local governance and cultural dynamics, particularly in the context of mining and resource management. This includes long-term involvement in policy development and comparative legal analysis, contributing to regional development and sustainability initiatives.

Languages and education

Fluent in English, the expert has utilized this language extensively in professional contexts across multiple countries, including Argentina, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Brazil, Canada, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and the USA. This linguistic competence has supported their role in international legal and consulting projects, facilitating effective communication in multilingual teams and diverse cultural settings.

The expert holds a Masters of Law in Law and Society from the University of Victoria, Canada, obtained in 2014, and a Juris Doctorate in Law from the University of Ottawa, Canada, completed in 2004. Additionally, they earned a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Geography and Economics from Simon Fraser University, Canada, in 2001.