Barrick Mining (symbol: B) sells primarily to other companies.

As a global producer of commodities such as gold, copper, and nickel, Barrick Gold Corporation sells its products on international markets to a diverse range of industrial buyers, refiners, and financial institutions. Due to the nature of commodity trading, where products are often sold on exchanges or through numerous supply agreements, and to maintain competitive advantage, Barrick Gold Corporation does not publicly disclose the names of specific major customer companies.

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The search results indicate some recent changes in Barrick Gold Corporation's leadership. Mark Bristow was the President and CEO until September 2025, when Mark Hill was appointed as Group Chief Operating Officer and Interim President & CEO. Then in February 2026, Mark Hill was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer. Helen Cai was appointed Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective in March 2026. Graham Shuttleworth was previously the CFO. Given the current date (March 14, 2026), the information about Mark Hill as CEO and Helen Cai as CFO should be the most up-to-date. Let's gather the information for the top 5 management members, including the current CEO and CFO. **CEO:** Mark Hill * **Title:** President and Chief Executive Officer * **Background:** Mark Hill was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Barrick in February 2026, following his appointment as Group Chief Operating Officer and Interim President and Chief Executive Officer in September 2025. He was previously the executive responsible for the Latin America and Asia Pacific region, a role he assumed in January 2019. Hill is a seasoned mining executive with 30 years of experience and joined Barrick in 2006. He has experience in strategy, corporate development, and leading major projects across the world. **CFO:** Helen Cai * **Title:** Senior Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer * **Background:** Helen Cai was appointed Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective in March 2026. She has served on the Barrick Board since November 2021 and brings over two decades of experience in equity research, corporate finance, strategic planning, capital markets, and M&A across the mining, industrial, and technology sectors, primarily with Goldman Sachs and China International Capital Corporation (CICC). Now, I need to find up to three other management members. I will look for recent executive appointments or prominent roles. Based on search result and, James J. McGuire and Woo Lee were recently appointed. George Joannou is also listed as Chief Development Officer. 1. **James J. McGuire** * **Title:** Chief Legal and Policy Officer * **Background:** James J. McGuire was appointed Chief Legal and Policy Officer in February 2026. He has over 30 years of legal experience representing leading corporations, financial institutions, and individuals. Prior to joining Barrick, he was a Litigation Partner and Managing Partner of the New York office at Greenspoon Marder LLP. He also served as a federal criminal prosecutor in the Southern District of New York. 2. **Woo Lee** * **Title:** Chief Global Affairs Officer * **Background:** Woo Lee was appointed Chief Global Affairs Officer in March 2026. He joined Barrick in 2014 and most recently served as Senior Vice President and Head of Government & Corporate Affairs, Asia Pacific. He has over 30 years of experience in Washington, China, and East Asia, and previously worked as a U.S. diplomat in the State Department, holding senior posts at American embassies and consulates across the APAC region. 3. **George Joannou** * **Title:** Chief Development Officer * **Background:** George Joannou was appointed Chief Development Officer of Barrick in November 2025. He had been Senior Vice President, Strategic Matters since 2014. George joined Barrick in 2002 as an accountant and has also held the roles of Assistant Treasurer, CFO Australia Pacific, and head of Planning and Capital Allocation. He is a Chartered Accountant and holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) degree from the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa. The user specifically asked for information on whether the CEO or CFO founded or managed other companies, or sold companies, or managed companies backed by private equity firms. * **Mark Hill (CEO):** The search results do not explicitly state if he founded or managed other companies outside of Barrick. His background primarily mentions his experience within Barrick and prior to that "30 years of experience" in mining, but no details of founding or selling companies. * **Helen Cai (CFO):** Her background mentions experience with Goldman Sachs and China International Capital Corporation (CICC), but no information about founding, selling companies, or managing companies backed by private equity firms. The prompt requires HTML output. I will structure the response accordingly. Double-checking the company: The company is Barrick Mining Corporation, which is Barrick Gold Corporation that recently changed its name and NYSE symbol to 'B'. The background information provided in the prompt about gold and copper reserves, founding year, and headquarters matches Barrick Gold Corporation. The management team found is for Barrick Gold Corporation. So the company is correct. I need to make sure I include up to 5 members and definitely the CEO and CFO. I have Mark Hill (CEO), Helen Cai (CFO), James J. McGuire, Woo Lee, and George Joannou. This is 5 members.

Barrick Mining (formerly Barrick Gold Corporation) faces several significant risks inherent to the global mining industry, amplified by its extensive operations in diverse geopolitical and environmental landscapes.

The most prominent risk is political and geopolitical instability, coupled with resource nationalism. Barrick operates in numerous countries, many of which are prone to political upheaval, changes in mining regulations, and disputes over taxation and resource ownership. This risk has manifested in severe ways, such as the temporary suspension of operations and seizure of gold stocks at its Loulo-Gounkoto mine in Mali due to a revenue dispute with the Malian government, resulting in a reported $1 billion revenue write-off. Ongoing negotiations regarding tax and royalty frameworks in the Dominican Republic and the need for stable government support for projects like Reko Diq in Pakistan further underscore this vulnerability, which can directly impact license security, operational stability, and financial performance.

Another key risk is related to environmental and social impacts, particularly concerning waste management and water contamination. Barrick has faced accusations of extensive environmental degradation, notably regarding riverine tailings disposal at the Porgera mine in Papua New Guinea, leading to heavy metals contamination. In Argentina, the Veladero mine has been linked to multiple toxic spills involving cyanide, arsenic, and mercury, forcing local communities to rely on bottled water and raising human rights concerns. Furthermore, the proposed Naranjo Tailings Storage Facility in the Dominican Republic has sparked significant opposition from local communities due to environmental and human rights concerns, with an estimated "Extreme" consequence (over 100 fatalities) in the event of a dam failure. Such incidents can lead to operational disruptions, legal actions, and severe reputational damage.

Finally, operational inconsistency and challenges in cost management present a significant business risk. While gold and copper prices are critical drivers of profitability, Barrick's financial performance is also heavily influenced by its ability to manage operational costs, specifically its All-in Sustaining Costs (AISC). The company has experienced operational inconsistencies and has been noted for having slightly higher AISC compared to some top-tier peers, indicating challenges in maintaining optimal operational efficiency. Poor capital allocation decisions, coupled with unexpected disruptions such as labor issues or energy cost fluctuations, can further impact production volumes and overall profitability.

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For Barrick Mining (symbol: B), whose main products include gold, copper, and nickel, the addressable markets are as follows:

• Gold: The global gold market was valued at approximately USD 291.68 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 400 billion by the end of 2030. Asia-Pacific dominated the global gold market in 2025 with a market share of 65.54%.
• Copper: The global copper market size was approximately USD 291.12 billion in 2025 and is anticipated to reach USD 442.04 billion by 2034. Asia-Pacific held 55.6% of the global market share in 2024.
• Nickel: The global nickel market size was USD 47.8 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow to USD 78.3 billion by 2034. Asia Pacific dominated the nickel market with an 83.40% share in 2025.

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