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11.08.2025

How Psychometric Assessments Enhance Mining Executive Search

At senior levels, technical capability is rarely in question. But understanding how a leader will perform under pressure, integrate with a team, or shape culture is far more complex. Psychometric Assessments can be the solution. In this article, Annelize Lombard, Stratum’s Head of Research – Site, addresses common misconceptions around psychometric assessments and explores how, […]

30.07.2025

Succession Planning: A Strategic Imperative

Succession planning isn’t just about replacement. Unplanned leadership departures can disrupt strategy and erode confidence. A proactive, structured approach protects continuity and strengthens future leadership. Stratum’s five-step process supports Boards and executives in reducing risk and building long-term stability. Download the overview here: Find out more about our succession planning work here.

24.07.2025

CFO Profiles Shaping the Mining Industry

Over the past year, we’ve partnered with mining companies around the world to deliver several high‑impact CFO placements. Throughout these extensive searches, one trend has become clear: the CFO role is changing quickly, and every mandate requires something different. A Shift Away From a Single CFO Profile Mining companies are no longer looking for a […]

18.07.2025

Mandela Day 2025 – 67 Minutes of Service in Support of Local Communities

Today is Mandela Day, and our teams in South Africa and the UK gave 67 minutes of service in support of local communities. In the UK, Caitlin McLintock, Ella van Akkooi and Palesa Maloka (visiting from our Cape Town office) volunteered with Brighton Food Bank, part of Brighton and Hove City Mission. It was an […]