Francis Letarte-Lavoie

Francis Letarte-Lavoie, P.Eng. is an accomplished operations manager currently overseeing a team of over 500 employees and contractors at IAMGOLD Corporation’s Cote Gold Mine since February 2020. With a strong background in mining operations, Francis transitioned from the role of Operations Manager to Manager of Operational Readiness, leading the successful launch of North America's first greenfield mine utilizing autonomous haulage and drilling. Previous experience includes managerial roles at Nemaska Lithium, SEMAFO Inc., and Koniambo Nickel SAS, where responsibilities encompassed operations oversight, process management, and metallurgical optimization. Additionally, Francis held positions at GlencoreXstrata Plc, contributing to performance improvement and cost reduction initiatives. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Engineering in Materials and Metallurgical Engineering from Université Laval and a Certificate in Mining Studies from The University of British Columbia.