Francis Perani

Francis Perani is an accomplished financial executive with extensive experience in the mining and energy sectors. Currently serving as Chief Financial Officer for Simandou at Rio Tinto since May 2023, Francis previously held CFO roles at SBEE and Trevali and served as Managing Director at Société des Bauxites de Guinée. With a robust background at Rio Tinto spanning from 2008 to 2016, responsibilities included significant finance transformations and cost reduction initiatives achieving notable outcomes. Additional experience includes finance leadership roles at Alcan and Pechiney, where Francis led various projects, including Sarbanes Oxley implementation and internal audits. Educational qualifications include a Master's in Economy and Finance from Sciences Po, an MBA from HEC Montréal, and a Master's in Philosophy from Université Paris-Sorbonne.