The Board of Directors of the International Copper Association (ICA) has announced the appointment of Juan Ignacio Diaz as the organization's new President and Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Diaz officially assumed his new position on January 17th.
“Today’s copper mining industry is undergoing rapid change, ranging from innovative technologies at mine sites to increasing demand through green technologies. These are exciting times for the industry and our members. "I look forward to working with ICA's key stakeholders and employees to strengthen Copper's reputation and build on our previous successes," said Juan Ignacio Diaz.
Before taking office, Mr. Diaz worked at Siemens for 15 years in various roles, including managing director for Chile, CEO Mexico, corporate counsel and vice president and operations manager for the USA and Latin America. With 20 years of experience leading complex businesses within large corporations, Mr. Diaz is familiar with leading sophisticated companies and exceptional teams in the United States and Latin America.
“I am pleased to welcome Juan Ignacio Diaz as the new President and Chief Executive Officer of the International Copper Association. Juan Ignacio is familiar with complex organizations and working in diverse industries such as mining, energy and manufacturing. "Juan Ignacio knows how important copper is to economies and the low-carbon transition," said Shehzad Bharmal, Chairman of the ICA and SVP, Base Metals, Teck Resources Limited.
Shehzad Bharmal thanked Anthony Lea for his 25 years of service to the ICA, including his eight years as President. "Tony has led the ICA through an important period of change for the copper industry and the Board thanks him for his leadership."
International Copper Association
The global copper industry is brought together by the International Copper Association to develop and defend markets for copper and to make a positive contribution to society's sustainable development goals. The ICA is headquartered in Washington, D.C., and has offices in three primary regions: Asia, Europe and North America. ICA and its Copper Alliance® partners operate in more than 60 countries worldwide.
