The Company's Board of Commissioners is responsible for overseeing the Company’s management by the Board of Directors and for ensuring the Company has implemented GCG in a sustainable manner.
The Board of Commissioners is also responsible for providing assistance to the Board of Directors in determining the Company’s strategy, as well as providing suggestions, advice and recommendations to the Board of Directors regarding certain issues and matters. In performing its duties and responsibilities, the Board of Commissioners shall act in an independent manner.
President Commissioner
F. S. Multhazar
Major General (Ret.) F. S. Multhazar is a retired officer who graduated from the Indonesian Military Academy (1988) and the Army Command and Staff College (2003).Fauzambi began his career as a Unit Commander in Kopassus (Special Forces Command) in 1988, then served as a Senior Staff Officer at Rikumit, and as the Military District Commander of 0719/Jepara under Regional Military Command IV/Diponegoro. He also served as Special Staff to the Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Army and as Head of the Supervisory Unit at the Defense University, Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Indonesia.
Fauzambi was appointed as a Commissioner at the Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders (GMS) on July 28, 2025. He will serve as President Commissioner until the 2028 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders.
President Commissioner
Muhammad Rachmat Kaimuddin
Rachmat holds a BSc from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business.Rachmat started his career as a Senior Associate at the Boston Consulting Group. He has also served as Managing Director of PT Cardig Air Services, Chief Financial Officer of PT Bosowa Corporindo, Managing Director of PT Semen Bosowa Maros, Vice President of Baring Private Equity Asia and Principal of Quvat.
Rachmat was appointed as Commissioner at the Extraordinary GMS on June 21, 2022. Beside of that, Rahmat was a Deputy for Infrastructure and Transportation Coordination at the Coordinating Ministry for Maritime and Investment Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia since 2022 until now.
Vice President Commissioner
Emily Olson
Emily Olson is Chief Sustainability and Corporate Affairs Officer of Vale Base Metals. Previously, she worked as Vice-President, Global Strategic Relations at Freeport-McMoRan, responsible for driving global strategic initiatives inclusive of governments, partners, and various external organizations.Prior to joining Freeport, Emily spent nearly 15 years with BP in both the US and London, most recently as Senior Vice President for Europe and Russia managing BP’s corporate interests across the regions. She has a degree in Political Science from Loyola University of Chicago and a Masters’ Degree in International Strategy & Diplomacy from the London School of Economics.
Vice President Commissioner
Kristina Gauthier
Kristina Gauthier currently serves as Chief Commercial Officer at Vale Base Metals since 2023 and as Commissioner of the Company since 2024. She has over two decades of experience in the mining and metals industry, with extensive expertise in commercial, marketing, and sales functions.
Prior to her current role, she served as Head of Nickel Sales at Vale Base Metals (2021–2023) and previously held a long tenure at Sherritt International Corporation (1996–2021) as well as Precision Resources Canada Ltd. (1991–1996).
In addition, she is actively involved in several international professional organizations, including serving as a Member of the Board of the International Copper Association since 2025 and as Chair of the Nickel Committee at the London Metal Exchange since 2024. She also previously served as Chairman of the Board of The Nickel Institute (2021–2023).
Kristina Gauthier holds an academic background in English and Psychology from Wilfrid Laurier University. She has also completed various professional development programs in finance and project management, including a Master’s Certificate in Project Management from Schulich School of Business, York University, as well as finance programs from Queen’s University.
Commissioner
Patricia Renee Pegues
Patricia Renee Pegues currently serves as Director of Corporate Strategy at Vale Base Metals since 2025. She joined Vale in 2004 and brings extensive experience in mining engineering, mine planning, business development, and corporate strategy. Throughout her career at Vale Base Metals, she has held several key leadership roles, including Director Technical Services, North Atlantic Division (2023–2024), General Manager Business Development (2021–2023), and Senior Manager Mining Planning Technical Services, North Atlantic Division (2018–2020).
She has also served in various Chief Mine Engineer roles, including at Creighton Mine and in long-range planning for Ontario Operations, as well as undertaking an international secondment as Senior Mine Planning Consultant at Lubambe Copper Mine, Zambia (2015–2017). She began her career at Vale as an Engineer in Training in 2004 and progressed through multiple technical and operational roles within mining operations.
Prior to joining Vale, Patricia Renee Pegues gained early experience in the mining industry through roles at international companies, including Boliden in Sweden, INCO in Canada, Falconbridge Ltd., and Teck Corporation.
Patricia Renee Pegues holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Mining Engineering from Queen’s University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada.
Commissioner
Adam MacMillan
Adam MacMillan currently serves as Director of Processing, Research & Innovation at Vale Base Metals since 2023. He joined Vale (previously Vale S.A. & Inco) in 2002 and has held various strategic positions in operations, planning, strategy, as well as research and development. His previous roles include Head of Nickel Strategy (2021–2023), General Manager – Business Technical Planning (2018–2021), General Manager – R&D and Partnerships (2015–2017), and General Manager – Global Strategy (2011–2014). Earlier in his career, he also served as Manager – Planning Process and Strategic Management (2007–2010), and began his career as an Industrial Engineer in 2002, progressing through various operational and technical roles.
Adam MacMillan obtained a Master of Business Administration (Finance, International Business, and Strategy) from Schulich School of Business, York University, Toronto. He also holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours) in Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering from the University of Windsor, and a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of New Brunswick.
Commissioner
M Jasman Panjaitan
A distinguished senior prosecutor with over 30 years of legal experience, gaining a Doctorate in Law from Padjajaran University.
Jasman has been entrusted with several strategic positions, such as Direktur Penyidikan at the Attorney General's Office of the Republic of Indonesia in 2010, and previously as Kepala Pusat Penerangan Hukum (Kapuspenkum) at the Attorney General's Office in 2008. Jasman was also appointed to lead the Kejaksaan Tinggi Kalimantan Tengah and Kejaksaan Tinggi Kalimantan Barat. His career path led him to the position of Deputy Attorney General on Supervision at the Attorney General's Office, placing him at the forefront of overseeing the performance of prosecutors throughout Indonesia. To this day, Jasman is still entrusted by the Attorney General's Office to serve as an Expert Senior Lecturer at its Badan Pendidikan dan Pelatihan Attorney General’s Office
With a solid track record, Jasman was assigned as a Special Advisor to the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources in 2022. In this role, he is responsible for providing strategic legal advice to accelerate the resolution of legal issues and ensure the synchronization of regulations within the energy and mineral resources sector.
Commissioner
Edi Permadi
Edi Permadi is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in both the corporate and governmental sectors. He currently serves as Commissioner in several renowned companies, including PT Pani Bersama Jaya, PT Mitra Langgeng Prima Konstruksi, PT Pelangi Anugerah Jaya, PT Geopatra, and PT DJOIN. Additionally, Edi holds the position of President Director at PT J Resources Asia Pasifik Tbk and PT Manggala Berkat Cakrawala.Before entering the corporate world, Edi built a strong educational background, graduating from PPSA XXI at Lemhanas RI in 2017. He has also completed various leadership programs such as the Mastering Leadership Challenge Program in Switzerland, the Chief Operational Supervisor in ESDM Minerba Jakarta, the Transformational Leadership Program at MIT Sloan USE, and the Trailblazer Leadership Program at INCO Limited Canada. With a degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Indonesia, Edi possesses specialized skills in data analysis and problem-solving.
His contributions extend beyond the private sector to significant involvement in natural resource management, notably through his role as a Professional Resource Manager at Lemhanas RI.
Commissioner
Katherina Anggela Oendun
Katherina Anggela Oendun is an Indonesian politician who served as a member of the House of Representatives (DPR-RI) for two terms (2014–2019 and 2019–2024). Prior to her political career, Katherina was the Finance Director at PT Global Pacific Energy.
Katherina Anggela Oendun began her career as Branch Manager at PT Asuransi Jiwa Danamon Aetna Life, followed by similar roles at PT Asuransi MAA and PT Asuransi Rekapital.
She earned her bachelor's degree from the School of Economics (STIE) Dwipa Wacana and is currently pursuing a master's degree at STIE Bhakti Pembangunan.
During her tenure in the House of Representatives, her main focus was on electrification and mining programs, particularly in remote areas.
Commissioner
Shiro Imai
Shiro Imai is currently serving as a General Manager, Nickel Sales & Raw Materials Department, Non-Ferrous Metals Division, Sumitomo Metal Mining Co., Ltd.Shiro Imai started his career as a Manager at Nickel Sales & Raw Materials Department - Non-Ferrous Metals Division. Then, he also formerly worked as Chairman and President, Sumitomo Metal Mining Philippine Holdings Corporation / Coral Bay Nickel Corporation / Taganito HPAL Corporation.
Shiro Imai received his B.S. in Economics from Tohoku University, Miyagi, Japan.
Commissioner
Yusuke Niwa
Yusuke Niwa is an executive at Sumitomo Metal Mining (SMM). Since Jun3 2022, Yusuke has also been serving as General Manager of Nickel Sales & Raw Material at SMM.He has more than thirty years of experience in SMM's non-ferrous metals and materials businesses, specializing in the fields of accounting, project management and administration. He likewise held significant posts relative to the Sierra Gorda copper mine of SMM in Chile.
Mr. Niwa is also an incumbent director of the Company's affiliates, Taganito HPAL Nickel Corporation, Coral Bay Nickel Corporation and Nickel Asia Holdings, Inc. He obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science and Economics from Waseda University in Tokyo, Japan.
Independent Commissioner
Rudiantara
Rudiantara, BSc., MBA., graduated with a Bachelor degree in Statistics from the University of Padjajaran and received the Master in Business Administration from PPM School of Management.Rudiantara has held position in many big firms in Indonesia. In 1995, he was appointed as Director of Sales in Telkomsel, before he joined PT Excelcomindo Tbk when it was established in 1996 and took the company listed in the Indonesian Stock Exchange. He was then appointed as the Deputy CEO of Semen Gresik/Indonesia, the largest publicly listed cement company in ASEAN before he was appointed as the Deputy CEO of PT PLN (Persero), a state-owned power generation and transmission-distribution company.
He was appointed as the Minister of Communications and Informatics for the period of 2014 – 2019 and successfully reposition role of regulator to become a facilitator and an accelerator particularly in technology start up and unicorn development system, as well as structuring Public Private Partnership for national broadband backbone connectivity and Hight Throughput Satellite projects with total availability payment more than US$ 4 billion.
He served as Independent Commissioner and Chairman of Audit Committee of PT Telkom Tbk from 2010 to 2012, Independent Commissioner and member of Governance and Remuneration Committee of PT Indosat Ooredoo Tbk from 2012 to 2014 and in the same period he also served as President Commissioner of PT Raja Tbk, as well as the CEO of BATR and President Commissioner of Rajawali Asia Resources. He has been the President Commissioner of GMM, an infrastructure and digital application and media company since 2019; CEO of Gtech Indonesia, a digital company in supply chain management of retail – FMCC section in Indonesia since early 2020; and Managing Director of Gtech Asia Pacific Pte, a digital company in supply chain management of retail – FMCG sector in Asia since early 2020.
Rudiantara served as the Chairman of Board of Trustee at the University of Padjajaran, Member of Patronage Council of Indonesia Heritage Foundation and Chairman of Next Indonesia Unicorn Foundation.
Independent Commissioner
Retno Marsudi
Retno Marsudi is a visionary diplomat and global advocate who has played a pivotal role in shaping Indonesia’s foreign policy and strengthening its international standing. As Indonesia’s first female Foreign Minister (2014–2024), she led key diplomatic efforts, championing Indonesia’s strategic interests on the global stage, fostering regional stability, and advancing humanitarian diplomacy.
With over three decades of experience in international affairs, Retno has held critical positions, including Ambassador to the Netherlands and Director General for International Affairs at Indonesia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Her expertise spans multilateral negotiations, economic diplomacy, and global peacebuilding.
A graduate of Gadjah Mada University in International Relations, she pursued specialized studies in Human Rights at Oslo University and European Union Law at Haagse Hogeschool, equipping her with a strong foundation in international legal frameworks.
Recognized for her unwavering commitment to diplomacy, Retno has received numerous national and global accolades for her leadership, humanitarian initiatives, and dedication to multilateral cooperation. Her legacy continues to inspire the next generation of diplomats and global leaders.
Independent Commissioner
Retno Marsudi
Retno Marsudi is a visionary diplomat and global advocate who has played a pivotal role in shaping Indonesia’s foreign policy and strengthening its international standing. As Indonesia’s first female Foreign Minister (2014–2024), she led key diplomatic efforts, championing Indonesia’s strategic interests on the global stage, fostering regional stability, and advancing humanitarian diplomacy.
With over three decades of experience in international affairs, Retno has held critical positions, including Ambassador to the Netherlands and Director General for International Affairs at Indonesia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Her expertise spans multilateral negotiations, economic diplomacy, and global peacebuilding.
A graduate of Gadjah Mada University in International Relations, she pursued specialized studies in Human Rights at Oslo University and European Union Law at Haagse Hogeschool, equipping her with a strong foundation in international legal frameworks.
Recognized for her unwavering commitment to diplomacy, Retno has received numerous national and global accolades for her leadership, humanitarian initiatives, and dedication to multilateral cooperation. Her legacy continues to inspire the next generation of diplomats and global leaders.
Independent Commissioner
Marita Alisjahbana
Marita Alisjahbana is a senior professional in the field of risk management in Indonesia. With an academic background from the Bandung Institute of Technology and the University of California, Los Angeles, Marita brings over three decades of experience in the risk management sectors. She dedicated 30 years to Citibank N.A., holding various strategic leadership roles, including serving as Country Risk Manager in Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Philippines.
In 2024, Marita was appointed as Chief Risk Officer at the Indonesia Investment Authority (INA), further solidifying her reputation as one of Indonesia’s leading professionals in risk management.