The World Gold Council has announced a leadership change at its board level by appointing Paul Brink as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Franco-Nevada Corporation on 28th September 2026. The appointment comes at a time when the gold market is undergoing significant changes, with increasing focus on responsible mining, digitalisation, market transparency and gold’s role as a strategic reserve asset.
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Paul Brink Succeeds Neal Froneman as World Gold Council Chair
The World Gold Council has appointed Paul Brink, President and Chief Executive Officer of Franco-Nevada Corporation , as its new Chair of the Board on 28th September 2026. Brink succeeds Neal Froneman, whose term as Chair has now concluded.
Brink has been leading Franco-Nevada since 2020 and has been involved in the company’s business development since its initial public offering in 2007. Franco-Nevada is a gold-focused royalty and streaming company and has maintained a longstanding relationship with the World Gold Council.
The World Gold Council is governed by a Board of Directors comprising representatives from member companies along with the Council’s CEO. Its Board is responsible for overseeing the organisation’s mission and objectives.
David Tait Thanks Neal Froneman for His Leadership
World Gold Council CEO David Tait thanked outgoing Chair Neal Froneman for his contribution and highlighted the progress made during his tenure.
“I would like to thank Neal for his leadership as Chair. His insight, experience and commitment to responsible mining have helped guide the World Gold Council through an important period of progress, from supporting responsible ASGM formalisation to advancing our gold digitalisation programme.
As Paul takes on the role, we look forward to working with him and the Board to build on that momentum across our strategic initiatives, and to continue championing a more responsible, accessible and trusted gold market.”
Paul Brink Outlines Priorities as New Chair
Commenting on his appointment, Paul Brink said:
“I am honoured to represent the leading gold producers globally at a time when gold’s relevance has rarely been more evident.
I would like to commend Neal for his role in advancing the Consolidated Mining Standard Initiative, which will help strengthen trust, transparency and accountability across our industry. During his tenure, the Council’s pivotal role in engaging with central banks was evident in robust growth in official sector gold holdings, underscoring gold’s enduring role as a strategic reserve asset. Under his leadership, the Council has advanced its gold digitalisation programme, both to broaden access to gold and to support the long-term strength and integrity of the market.
I look forward to working with David Tait, the World Gold Council team and the Board to continue this important work.”
Gold Digitalisation and Responsible Mining Remain Key Focus Areas
The leadership transition comes as the World Gold Council continues work across several areas of the gold industry, including responsible mining, gold market accessibility and digitalisation. The organisation describes its mission around improving understanding, access and trust in gold and the gold supply chain.
The Council has also been highlighting gold’s role in the global financial system, including developments involving central-bank gold holdings and changing investment demand. Its recent research has pointed to continued interest in gold as central banks and investors respond to changing economic and geopolitical conditions.
About Paul Brink
Paul Brink is the President and CEO of Franco-Nevada Corporation, a company focused on gold royalties and streaming. He became the company’s CEO in 2020 and has been associated with its business development activities since its 2007 IPO. He now takes on the role of Chair of the World Gold Council Board following the completion of Neal Froneman’s term.
FAQ’s
1. Who has been appointed the new Chair of the World Gold Council Board?
Paul Brink, President and Chief Executive Officer of Franco-Nevada Corporation, has been appointed as the new Chair of the World Gold Council Board. He succeeds Neal Froneman, who has completed his term.
2. Who did Paul Brink replace as Chair of the World Gold Council?
Paul Brink succeeds Neal Froneman as Chair. Froneman completed his term after leading the Board during a period that included work on responsible mining, gold digitalisation and other industry initiatives.
3. What is Paul Brink’s current role at Franco-Nevada?
Paul Brink is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Franco-Nevada Corporation. He has led the company since 2020 and has been involved in its business development since its initial public offering in 2007.
4. What areas will Paul Brink focus on as World Gold Council Chair?
The World Gold Council said it will continue working across strategic initiatives including responsible mining, gold digitalisation, market accessibility and trust in the gold market. Brink said he looks forward to continuing this work with David Tait, the Council’s team and the Board.
5. What is the World Gold Council’s role in the gold industry?
The World Gold Council is a membership organisation representing major gold-mining companies. Its stated mission includes improving understanding of gold, increasing access and building trust across the gold supply chain, while supporting progress toward a responsible and sustainable gold market.
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