Saudi Gold Refinery appoints Jonathan D. Cordero as new CEO
Saudi Gold Refinery, a leading mining firm, has announced the appointment of Jonathan D. Cordero as its new Chief Executive Officer, with immediate firm
In his new role, Jonathan brings over 12 years of leadership experience across the business consulting, banking, and mining sectors worldwide. Most recently, he served as Head of Corporate Development at Eurasian Resources Group. He is also the co-founder of Stealth, Caesar Ventures, and several other companies. Earlier in his career, he worked with Singular Group, Hauck & Aufhäuser, Junior Beratung Bayreuth, and RölfsPartner Management Consultants.
On the academic front, Jonathan holds a bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from the Autonomous University of Barcelona, a BSc degree in Business Administration from the University of Bayreuth, an MSc degree in Management from HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management, and an MSc degree in Management from the Management Development Institute, Gurgaon. He possesses strong competencies in operational excellence, corporate growth, technological innovation, sustainable mining practices, and corporate development, all essential for strengthening the company’s regional market presence.
Welcoming Jonathan on the leadership team, Sheikh Suliman Alothaim, Chairman of Saudi Gold Refinery, said, "We are delighted to have Jonathan on board. His impressive background, particularly his achievements in regional expansions, exploration and company building, will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our position in the market. His experience aligns perfectly with our strategic vision of innovation and leadership, and I am confident that under his leadership, Saudi Gold Refinery will achieve new heights."
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Jonathan added, "I am truly honoured to join Saudi Gold Refinery at such a pivotal time. The company has a tremendous legacy, and I am excited to build on the solid foundation laid by my predecessors. Saudi Arabia is entering a new era in mining, and I look forward to working with our exceptional team to drive innovation, sustainability, and growth, while contributing to the country’s economic transformation."