We are delighted to announce the the Personality of the Year award on the British side will be presented to Anglo American Plc in recognition of its commitment to sustainable mining and its support for local communities through job creation, education, and broader socio-economic development initiatives, strengthening economic ties between Brazil and the United Kingdom.
Ana Sanches, CEO of Anglo American Brazil, will receive the award on behalf of the company at the Gala Dinner on 9 June 2026 at Drapers’ Hall, London.
Born in Belo Horizonte (Minas Gerais), Ana Sanches is an economist with nearly 30 years of experience in finance, auditing, strategic planning, and new business development. The executive joined Anglo American in 2012, during the deployment of the company’s iron ore business in Brazil, the Minas-Rio System. In December 2023, she became president of Anglo American in Brazil and has also been chairwoman of the Board of Directors of the Brazilian Mining Institute (Ibram) since February 2024 – both positions had never been previously held by women. Read more...