Algy Strutt
Group Head of Projects @Gemfields Group
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WORK HISTORY
Group Head of Projects @Gemfields Group
London, GB
Reporting directly to the CEO and MD Mozambique & Ethiopia, overseeing exploration and development projects for rubies, emeralds, and gold.Lead commercial, legal, technical, and security due diligence for multiple acquisition targets, followed by negotiations and documentation.Represent the company before senior government officials to resolve operational challenges. Delivered significant cost savings during a cashflow crisis through strategic cuts across the new projects portfolio.
EDUCATION
Newcastle University
Fine arts Foundation, Art/Art Studies, General
Cass Business School
Master of Science (MS), Business Administration and Management, Strategy
Gemmological Association of Great Britain
Foundation Degree, Gems & Gemmology
Northumbria University
Photography, Art/Art Studies, General
ABOUT ALGY STRUTT
I am a senior mining and projects executive with 14 years of experience leading complex, cross-border initiatives across Africa, Asia, and South America. My expertise spans exploration project development, cross-border M&A, ESG strategy, stakeholder engagement, and technology investment—often in high-stakes, operationally demanding environments.Career highlights include securing a landmark anti-corruption conviction in collaboration with the UK’s National Crime Agency, and raising funding for early-stage ventures within the gemstone and mining technology sectors. I’ve led multi-jurisdictional due diligence and negotiations, directed exploration operations across multiple countries, and served on the boards of regional subsidiaries and joint ventures.My leadership approach combines strategic vision with operational pragmatism, grounded in strong governance and ethical business practice. I’m particularly focused on driving responsible growth, innovation, and resilience across evolving sectors and frontier markets.
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