#176- Rodrigo Barbosa

In this episode, Mining Minds sits down with Rodrigo Barbosa, the CEO of Aura Minerals, to explore his leadership philosophy and approach to building thriving organizations. Rodrigo shares insights gained from his diverse experience working across different companies and cultures, emphasizing the importance of creating an environment where people can truly succeed. He discusses the significance of understanding the human element in business, empowering those on the frontlines to make key decisions, and why it's crucial not to overcomplicate things. Rodrigo believes in the power of transparency and staying true to your plan, even in the face of challenges. He also touches on the importance of building strong company cultures that embrace learning from failure as a stepping stone to success. As a leader in the mining industry, Rodrigo highlights how mining can have a tremendously positive impact on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) efforts, shaping a better future for communities and the planet. Join Mining Minds as we Welcome Rodrigo Barbosa to the FACE! Aura Minerals Sponsors: Liebherr Mining FAST2 Mine Heavy Metal Equipment Rentals Chapters: 00:00 Growing up in Brazil 11:47 Developing a successful journey 32:42 Learning the human being 38:15 Good projects, good pipelines, good balance sheets, and good people 45:43 Buiding cutlures and letting people fail 59:58 Culture is a flagship asset 1:09:46 Mining needs to do a better job of showcasing their image 1:14:48 Mining has the most positive impact on ESG