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Who is Brooke Bibeault
Brooke Bibeault is a visionary mining executive, entrepreneur, and sustainability strategist redefining global supply chains through ethical mining, innovation, and cultural intelligence. CEO of Makor Resources and co-founder of Sensr360, she bridges resources, luxury, and responsibility from mine to main street.
Mining with a Pulse
“Mining doesn’t need another policy. It needs a pulse.”
Those words, shared by Brooke Bibeault in one of her most resonant posts, capture the essence of her philosophy — that industries thrive not through regulation alone, but through humanity, empathy, and inclusion. As CEO of Makor Resources, co-founder of Sensr360, and host of the acclaimed Mine to Main Street podcast, Brooke has become one of the mining world’s most compelling voices for transformation — an executive who leads with vision, heart, and a global conscience.
For Brooke, mining is not merely an industrial activity; it’s a living ecosystem that connects people, culture, and capital. Her leadership is redefining what it means to mine ethically — not as an obligation but as an opportunity to create dignity, transparency, and progress for those whose lives begin at the source.
From Influence to Impact
Brooke’s path to mining wasn’t conventional — and that’s precisely what makes her story so remarkable. Educated at Harvard University, Simmons University, and the University of Pennsylvania’s Center for Social Impact, she built her early career in strategy, marketing, and leadership consulting before ever stepping foot into a mine.
Her work with Vanto Group, Resonance Consultancy, and later with luxury brands and cultural leaders, gave her a global lens: how narratives shape industries, how perception drives power, and how authenticity fuels influence.
“Her creative drive and pioneering spirit are always fully engaged,” recalls Ivan Swartz, an entrepreneur who collaborated with Brooke on youth empowerment initiatives through the 10X Hub Project. “She doesn’t shy away from risk — she builds pathways for others to rise with her.”
This foundation in communication, strategy, and cultural intelligence would become the scaffolding of her later work — bridging the worlds of mining and luxury, extraction and elegance, geology and governance. Brooke understood that if the story of mining could be retold — with purpose and provenance — its reputation could be rebuilt.
Building Makor and the Map for Responsible Mining
Brooke’s ascent to CEO of Makor Resources marked a turning point for the mining industry in Africa and beyond. Founded on three simple yet profound pillars — Mining, Marketing, and Making — Makor is designed to connect raw materials to the industries that depend on them, from electric vehicles and technology to fine jewellery and fashion.
Under her leadership, Makor has established operations across Zambia’s Central Province, pioneering ethical and transparent supply chains that meet the expectations of regulators, investors, and luxury brands alike. But at its heart, Makor’s purpose runs deeper — it’s about people.
In one of her most ambitious projects, Brooke developed Hubology, a model that formalises artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) into structured, responsible networks. Her gold and mercury recovery programme in Zambia not only rehabilitates environmental damage but transforms it into community restoration — an initiative where remediation meets opportunity.
Colleagues and partners describe her as both visionary and grounded. Bob Mueller, former President of RPM Consulting, recalls: “Brooke’s energy, creativity, and commitment were extraordinary from the start. She supported our largest clients with remarkable professionalism — always leading with initiative and insight.”
This combination of intellect and empathy has positioned her as a new kind of mining leader — one who operates at the intersection of governance, innovation, and inclusion.
Where Technology Meets Traceability
At the helm of Sensr360, Brooke brings artificial intelligence and ESG data into dialogue. The platform, funded by UK Research and Innovation, merges satellite imagery, machine learning, and human verification to ensure investors, operators, and regulators can see — in real time — the ethical reality behind supply chains.
It’s a vision rooted in transparency. As she explains, “Supply chain clarity isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity. The world is demanding to know not just where materials come from, but who they empower.”
Her Mine to Main Street initiative furthers this conversation. The podcast — co-hosted with mining veteran Ricus Grimbeek — explores the hidden links between extraction and the industries that shape global culture. From gemstones in fine jewellery to copper in clean energy, Brooke reframes mining as a cultural and economic force — not the periphery of progress, but its very foundation.
“Brooke’s leadership leaves people bigger than they think themselves to be,” observes Kayla Friedman-Barb, a former colleague at Vanto Group. “Her listening, inclusivity, and attention to detail have built frameworks that drive teams to execute like never before.”
That kind of leadership — one that humanises industry and scales empathy — has become her signature.
Vision for the Future: The Humanisation of Industry
Brooke’s philosophy is clear: responsible mining is not a technical debate — it’s a human one. She envisions a future where miners, investors, and consumers are part of the same transparent ecosystem, where accountability and accessibility go hand in hand.
Her recent innovation, Mine Hive, embodies this vision. It’s a mobile-first social platform designed for artisanal and small-scale miners across Africa — a digital space that connects those who’ve too often been left unseen. “It’s not a certification platform,” she says. “It’s a human one — built on accessibility, empathy, and inclusion.”
By connecting these voices, Brooke is not just building a business — she’s building a movement. A movement that challenges the narrative of mining as extraction and reframes it as collaboration.
Power with Purpose
Mining powers the world. Luxury shapes culture. Sustainability secures the future. Brooke Bibeault stands at the intersection of all three — proving that leadership is not about holding power but about transforming it.
Her journey, from strategic consultant to mining executive, from storyteller to systems architect, mirrors the evolution of the very industries she serves — from opaque to open, from transactional to transformational.
Through Makor Resources, Sensr360, and Mine Hive, Brooke is not only changing how we mine — she’s changing how we think about mining. In an age where every product carries a story of origin, her message is simple yet seismic:
“Provenance is power — but only when it’s shared.”
