GLOBAL RESOURCE PROVIDING INFORMATION, NETWORKING AND EVENTS FOR WOMEN IN PGMS
The network is governed by a team of dedicated and committed women with experience across various segments and
within the platinum group metals industry.

Given her vast experience within Precious Metals over the last 10+ years, Sarah is a representative for a number of industry committees and advisory working groups, including recent blockchain technology initiatives. She is a member of the LBMA Regulatory Office Committee, as well as being an OECD Conflict Minerals Bullion Bank representative.
Sarah describes herself as a hard-working, driven individual but still very much enjoys her leisure time, she is an avid runner and has completed several marathons and more recently has taken up triathlons.

She has spent most of her career in the Resources sector, predominantly in Investment Banking and Project Finance. During this time, she advised global and local companies in the mining and oil and gas sector on various transactions including mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, debt and equity capital raisings and group strategy and stakeholder relations.
She is passionate about the Resources sector, the contribution it makes to the South African and global economy and the changing positive role it is playing in the lives of people.

Zhuoying Jing is Senior Vice President and Global Head of Precious Metals at Gerald Group. With a degree in economics and marketing from Belgium and an MBA from the U.S., she has held a number of positions in base metals and precious metals in various parts of Gerald Group in Stamford, Shanghai and Singapore, ultimately heading the global precious metals desk. In her leisure time, Zhuoying loves to cook and experience cuisine from different cultures. She also enjoys hiking and spending time with her two lovely daughters.

She is currently leading a number of efforts related to the Sustainability and Net-Zero transition in the commodities sector unlocking efficient, sustainable and transparent use of resources. The initiatives utilise the latest technology trends, as well as digital transformation capabilities.
Yana is an energetic and entrepreneurial minded thought leader. In her spare time she enjoys outdoor activities and is a keen runner, having participated in marathons spanning major continents.

She is a commercialisation professional with 12 years’ experience in precious metals sales and marketing and 17 preceding years’ experience in business management, classical marketing, product development, market intelligence development and distribution. She served on various boards including chairman of The Platinum Incubator, director of The World Platinum Investment Council and The Platinum Jewellery Development Association and non-executive director of Furuya Metals in Japan.
She joined Metals Focus as Director of PGM Research in April 2020. In her leisure time she likes to play golf, run, cycle, and spend time with her indulging and patient husband.
Member Platform
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We are developing a member platform which allows members and other interested parties to find specific women who have specific knowledge within the PGM value chain to mentor other aspiring candidates and create helpful connections.