Randy Smallwood to Lead CIM as President-Elect
Company - People | May 01, 2025 | EIN

The Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) has announced Randy Smallwood as its incoming President-Elect for 2027-2028. Currently serving as President and CEO of Wheaton Precious Metals, Smallwood brings extensive experience in the mining industry. He has previously contributed significantly to the growth of Wheaton River/Goldcorp, which became part of Newmont. Smallwood holds strong credentials with degrees in geological and mine engineering. He will assume the presidency at CIM in May 2027, succeeding John Rhind and Candace MacGibbon. His appointment is expected to harness substantial industry leadership to further enhance CIM's role as a not-for-profit technical institute.
Sectors
- Mining and Metals
- Energy
Geography
- Canada – The Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) is based in Canada, and the article discusses leadership changes within this Canadian institution.
Industry
- Mining and Metals – The article highlights Randy Smallwood's appointment as President-Elect of CIM, an influential institute in the Canadian mining, metallurgy, and petroleum sectors.
- Energy – CIM's broader remit includes energy industries, aligning with the professional focus on materials and energy sector development.
Financials
Participants
Name | Role | Type | Description |
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Randy Smallwood | Incoming President-Elect | Person | Randy Smallwood, President and CEO of Wheaton Precious Metals, has been appointed as the incoming President-Elect of CIM. |
Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) | Organization | Other | CIM is a not-for-profit technical institute for professionals in the Canadian minerals, metals, materials and energy industries. |
Wheaton Precious Metals | Company | Company | A leading precious metals streaming company, where Randy Smallwood serves as president and CEO. |
John Rhind | President (2026-2027) | Person | Current President of CIM, who will be succeeded by Randy Smallwood in 2027. |
Candace MacGibbon | President (2025-2026) | Person | She served as the President of CIM before John Rhind. |
Ian Pearce | Past President | Person | An Independent Director and Advisor; previous President of CIM, comments on Randy Smallwood's appointment. |