Joseph A. Carrabba

Seasoned Executive

Joseph A. Carrabba, born in 1953, is a seasoned mining executive with extensive international experience spanning over four decades. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Geology from Capital University in Ohio and a Master of Business Administration from Frostburg State University in Maryland.

Carrabba's career commenced at Rio Tinto, a global mining conglomerate, where he dedicated 22 years to various leadership roles across the United States, Asia, Australia, Canada, and Europe. He served as President and Chief Operating Officer of Diavik Diamond Mines Inc. in Canada's Northwest Territories.

2005 Carrabba joined Cliffs Natural Resources Inc. (formerly Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.) as President and Chief Operating Officer. He ascended to President and Chief Executive Officer in 2006 and was appointed Chairman of the Board in 2007, positions he held until 2013.

Beyond his tenure at Cliffs, Carrabba has held significant positions in companies associated with silver production. He served on the Board of Directors of Newmont Mining Corporation, a leading gold producer with substantial silver output as a by-product. MarketScreener

As of January 30, 2025, at 72, Carrabba continues to contribute his expertise to the mining sector, holding leadership roles in various organizations.