Rio Tinto Appoints Georgie Bezette as New Chief People Officer
Australia-based mining giant Rio Tinto has named Georgie Bezette as its new Chief People Officer, succeeding James Martin, who is set to retire at the end of 2024.
Bezette, who has been with Rio Tinto since 2008, currently serves as Chief Operating Officer for the People division, where she has been instrumental in driving the company’s cultural transformation efforts. She will assume her new role on January 1, 2025, and will be based in London.
Rio Tinto CEO Jakob Stausholm praised Bezette’s appointment, highlighting her dedication to talent development, cultural change, and fostering inclusive environments.
“Georgie’s operational experience, leadership, and ability to drive positive change will be invaluable to the executive committee and the company as a whole,” Stausholm said.
He also commended James Martin for his significant contributions during a period of cultural transformation. “James has had a tremendous impact at Rio Tinto, and I am pleased he will stay on as an advisor for another year,” Stausholm added.
Expressing her enthusiasm for the new role, Bezette said, “I am delighted to step into this position as we embark on a decade of growth.
Rio Tinto has made remarkable progress in driving meaningful cultural change across the industry, and I look forward to continuing this work with colleagues worldwide to help deliver on the company’s broader strategy.”
Bezette’s appointment underscores Rio Tinto’s commitment to cultural evolution and talent development as it focuses on fostering growth and innovation within the organization.
