Wheaton’s Smallwood becomes WGC chair

The World Gold Council (WGC) has appointed streaming company Wheaton Precious Metals president and CEO Randy Smallwood as its new chairperson.

Smallwood is replacing former AngloGold Ashanti CEO Kelvin Dushnisky, who was appointed WGC chairperson in March. He recently stepped down as CEO of AngloGold.

Commenting on his appointment, Smallwood said that he was looking forward to work with WGC CEO David Tait and the team to advance the work of the council and to deliver industry-leading standards that help set the bar.