Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic – In a strategic step taken to strengthen the Dominican Republic’s most important mining operation and one of the world’s leading Tier One gold mines, Barrick is pleased to confirm Gisselle Valera as President of Barrick Pueblo Viejo. Ms. Valera has effectively carried this leadership role since her appointment in June and, as President, she will serve as the company’s primary spokesperson with key stakeholders. She will continue to report directly to Barrick’s COO for Latin America & Asia Pacific, Mark Hill.
With more than 16 years of experience in government relations, energy regulation and both domestic and cross-border transactions, Ms. Valera takes on the leadership of the company with a strong commitment to operational excellence and responsible practices that reinforce Pueblo Viejo’s standing as an industry benchmark.
“The Dominican Republic is a strategic country for Barrick and our commitment is to continue contributing to its economic development while promoting responsible and sustainable operations that generate shared value for all,” said Valera.
Ms. Valera’s appointment underscores Barrick’s vision to continue driving sustainability and innovation across its operations and reaffirms Pueblo Viejo as a pillar of trust, growth and development for the Dominican Republic and its people.
Barrick Pueblo Viejo’s contribution to the Dominican Republic
Since beginning commercial production in 2013, Barrick Pueblo Viejo has contributed more than $3.6 billion in direct and indirect taxes, consolidating its role as a key driver of the Dominican economy.
The company currently employs more than 3,000 direct employees and more than 4,000 contractor employees, with nearly half from Sánchez Ramírez province.