Lucy Potter

Lucy Potter is a geologist and mining executive with more than 25 years of experience across the global mining industry. From exploration and mineral resource estimation to operations and executive leadership, her career has been shaped by a fascination with orebodies and the decisions we make about them. Having held senior leadership positions at Rio Tinto and Glencore, including Global Head of Geology and Mineral Resources, Lucy has developed a deep appreciation for how understanding the orebody connects disciplines, shapes mining decisions, and ultimately drives safe, sustainable and efficient operations. Despite moving into broader leadership roles, Lucy has never lost her enthusiasm for the technical challenges of mineral resource estimation. In 2025, she teamed up with Guy Desharnais to win AusIMM's Parker Challenge, a reminder that good geology, critical thinking, and collaboration remain as relevant as ever. Lucy is an active contributor to the mining profession, having helped