A conversation with the Managing Partners of Boyden Chile on leadership selection, executive talent challenges, women in senior management, and the future of leadership in Chile.
Pedro is a seasoned mining executive with a distinguished track record leading large-scale organizational transformations. Known for strategic vision and strong business development, he drives continuous improvement across equipment, operations, asset management, safety, and high-performance teams. He currently serves as a director for leading mining companies.
Professional Focus
- Over 35 years of experience leading specialized teams in mining operations and project management.
- Extensive experience as a VP, General Manager, and board member for both companies and industry associations.
- Leadership in developing competitive and comparative advantage strategies to ensure company success in the short, medium, and long term.
- Executive recognized for fostering motivating work environments and maintaining close relationships with diverse stakeholders, including local communities, labor unions, government authorities, and industry associations.
- Advanced English proficiency.
Business Expertise
- Executive Director, Concordia Consulting & Investments
- Director, Haldeman Mining Corporation (HMC)
- Director, MINETEC
- VP of Strategy and New Business, FLSmidth
- Senior VP of Mining (Latin America), Finning
- VP of Operations, BHP – Minera Escondida
- General Manager, Fundación Talleres S.A. (Elecmetal – Codelco)
- General Manager, Metso Minerals (Chile)
- Project Manager, Anglo American (Chile)
- Director, Industrial Mining Educational Center (CEIM - BHP)
- Creator, Founder, and Director, Association of Industrial Mining Suppliers (APRIMIN)
- Director, Association of Industrialists of Antofagasta (AIA)
- Creator, Founder, and President, Mining Business School, Universidad Católica del Norte
Education & Certifications
- Mechanical Engineer
- Master’s Degree in Mathematics and Statistics
- Master of Business Administration
- Diploma in Business Administration
- Certificate in Managing Organizations
Affiliations & Awards
- AIA: Radoslav Razmilic Award, Best Executive – Region II, Chile
- CAT: Bridge Builder – VP, Mining Division
- CAT: Recognition for Pedro for the Best Innovation by a CAT dealer worldwide
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“I bring people into taking decisions with me so they feel part of the process; if it works it was their suggestion or decision, so we are winning together or losing together”
GCC executives in 2026 are navigating intense geopolitical and operational pressures with cautious optimism, while facing critical leadership capability demands and a significant gap in succession readiness.
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