BSc (Business Administration), CPA/Independent
Wayne has been a Director of BHP Billiton Limited and BHP Billiton Plc since June 2009.
Skills and experience:
Wayne has a background in finance and accounting, where he has gained comprehensive experience in the financial management of mining, oil and gas companies during his career with Getty Oil, Apache Corporation and Newmont Mining Corporation. He served as the Chief Executive Officer of Newmont Mining Corporation from 2001 to 2007 and Chairman from 2002 to 2007. Wayne is also a former Chairman of the International Council on Mining and Metals, a former Director of the US National Mining Association and a former member of the Manufacturing Council of the US Department of Commerce.
Other directorships and offices (current and recent):
- Former Director of Weyerhaeuser Company (from January 2009 to February 2016).
- Former Director of Qwest Communications International Inc (from September 2005 to April 2011).
Board Committee membership:
- Member of the Risk and Audit Committee.
