Jean Francois Verret
About Jean Francois Verret
Jean Francois Verret is the Vice President of Glencore Nickel at Mine Raglan, bringing over a decade of leadership experience in the mining industry. He has a background in geological engineering and has held various roles in public affairs and strategic project management.
Work at Glencore
Jean Francois Verret has been employed at Glencore since 2012, where he has held various roles related to strategy, projects, and public affairs. In 2024, he was appointed Vice President of Glencore Nickel at Mine Raglan. His responsibilities include overseeing operations and strategic initiatives within the nickel division, contributing to the company's overall objectives in the mining sector.
Education and Expertise
Jean Francois Verret studied at Polytechnique Montréal and the University of Liège, where he achieved a degree in Genie Geologique. His educational background supports his extensive experience in the mining industry, particularly in public affairs and strategic project management.
Background
Before joining Glencore, Jean Francois Verret worked at Xstrata Nickel as a Mining Engineer in Technical Projects for eight months in 2010. He then transitioned to a role focused on Business Improvement and Asset Entitlement at Xstrata Nickel from 2010 to 2011. His career in the mining sector spans over a decade, during which he has taken on various leadership roles.
Achievements
Jean Francois Verret serves as the President of the Board of Directors for the Quebec Mining Association (AMQ), a position he has held for a third term. His leadership in this role reflects his commitment to the mining industry and his influence within the sector.