Experience MeetsIntegrity
We are not just building a company; we are building a legacy. Our leadership team combines decades of high-finance rigor with a deep commitment to sustainable industrial innovation.
"Technology implies the how, but
people determine the why."
At Fodere, we believe that true disruption requires more than just a patent or a process. It requires a team that has weathered market cycles, navigated complex regulatory landscapes, and delivered results across continents.
Our founders didn't start in a garage; they started on the trading floors of London and project sites in Africa. They bring a level of operational maturity that transforms "promising technology" into "industrial reality."
"Deep operational expertise turns promising technology into industrial reality."
Jeffry N. Quinn is Chairman & CEO of Fodere, bringing more than 35 years of leadership experience across the mining and chemicals sectors. He has held senior public-company leadership roles, including serving as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Tronox Holdings plc and Solutia Inc. His background adds deep operational, strategic, and governance expertise to Fodere’s global activities, supporting the company’s growth as it advances innovative critical minerals processing solutions.
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"True innovation isn’t just about new technology; it’s about reimagining the value chain entirely."
John Omitogun is Co-Founder and Executive Director of Fodere, with more than 30 years of experience in deal execution, project management, and commodities trading. He plays a central role in shaping the company’s strategic direction, leading investor relations, commercial development, and global feedstock negotiations. His extensive industry knowledge and international network support Fodere’s growth as it advances scalable critical minerals recovery projects across multiple jurisdictions.
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"Operational excellence is the bedrock of sustainable scaling."
Daniel Cousins is Co-Founder and Director of Fodere, bringing more than 20 years of experience in metals and commodities trading. He contributes deep commercial expertise across strategy, deal execution, and offtake structuring, supporting the company’s growth in global critical minerals markets. An accomplished business leader with international experience, he has a strong track record of driving organisational change, improving performance, and closing commercial agreements that support operational and revenue objectives.
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"We don’t just extract minerals; we extract potential from where others see none."
Nicholas Cella is Co-Founder of Fodere and brings more than 20 years of experience across the mining and metals sector, venture capital, financial markets, and emerging markets. He plays a key role in the company’s financial structuring and corporate strategy, drawing on a strong background in investment, commercial analysis, and project development. His experience across both industry and capital markets supports Fodere’s growth as it advances scalable critical minerals opportunities in international markets.
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Guided by Ethics
Our leadership is committed to the highest standards of governance and environmental stewardship.
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