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Barrick Mining Appoints New Officers

Analysis based on 8 articles · First reported Feb 24, 2026 · Last updated Feb 25, 2026

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Market Impact

The appointments of key executives at Barrick Mining are viewed positively by the market, as evidenced by a slight increase in its stock price. This move signals Barrick Mining's strategic focus on strengthening government relations and compliance, which could lead to more stable operations and long-term value creation.

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Event Summary

Barrick Mining has announced the appointments of James J. McGuire as Chief Legal and Policy Officer and Woo Lee as Chief Global Affairs Officer. Both will report to President and CEO Mark Hill and join the Executive Committee. McGuire brings over 30 years of legal experience, previously serving as a Litigation Partner at Greenspoon Marder. Lee, with over 11 years at Barrick Mining and prior experience as a U.S. diplomat, will lead global government affairs. Poupak Bahamin will become General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer. These appointments underscore Barrick Mining's commitment to enhancing government engagement and public policy, supporting its strategy and long-term value creation.

Key Actions

95 Barrick Mining appointed James J. McGuire as Chief Legal and Policy Officer James J. McGuire

95 Barrick Mining appointed Woo Lee as Chief Global Affairs Officer Woo Lee

50 Barrick Mining appointed Poupak Bahamin as General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer Poupak Bahamin

Entities Involved

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Barrick Mining

Barrick Mining has appointed James J. McGuire as Chief Legal and Policy Officer and Woo Lee as Chief Global Affairs Officer, strengthening its executive committee and focusing on government engagement and public policy. These appointments are expected to support the company's strategy, license to operate, and long-term value creation.

Importance 100 Sentiment 20

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James J. McGuire

James J. McGuire has been appointed as Chief Legal and Policy Officer for Barrick Mining, overseeing legal, compliance, regulatory, and public policy functions. His extensive legal experience is expected to benefit Barrick Mining.

Importance 90 Sentiment 20

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Woo Lee

Woo Lee has been appointed as Chief Global Affairs Officer for Barrick Mining, leading global government affairs strategy and managing government and sovereign relationships. His experience in international relations is crucial for Barrick Mining's global operations.

Importance 90 Sentiment 20

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Mark Hill

Mark Hill, as President and CEO of Barrick Mining, will have James J. McGuire and Woo Lee reporting directly to him, indicating his leadership in these strategic appointments.

Importance 70 Sentiment 10

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Poupak Bahamin

Poupak Bahamin will transition to General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at Barrick Mining, remaining a member of the Executive Committee.

Importance 50 Sentiment 10

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Greenspoon Marder

Greenspoon Marder is the former employer of James J. McGuire, who was a Litigation Partner and Managing Partner of their New York office before joining Barrick Mining.

Importance 10 Sentiment 0

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New York Stock Exchange

Barrick Mining shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange.

Importance 5 Sentiment 0

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James J. McGuire related ↔ Barrick Mining

Woo Lee related ↔ Barrick Mining

Mark Hill related ↔ Barrick Mining

Poupak Bahamin related ↔ Barrick Mining

James J. McGuire related ↔ Greenspoon Marder

Woo Lee related ↔ United States===United States Department of State

James J. McGuire related ↔ Woo Lee

James J. McGuire related ↔ Mark Hill

Woo Lee related ↔ Mark Hill

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