: The firm is actively deploying capital into metals essential for the energy transition, supported by a $1 billion partnership with the World Bank's International Finance Corporation (IFC). Recent Operational Milestones April 15, 2026 Appointed Paulo Castellari as CEO of Critical Minerals. March 24, 2026 Appointed Zetti Gavelan as Deputy COO. April 10, 2026
: Appointed in April 2026 to lead Appian's dedicated critical minerals division.
Released Quarterly Market Update analyzing gold, copper, and lithium trends. Officially opened new São Paulo headquarters . Appian appoints Rob Atkinson as Senior Operating Partner Appian Capital appoints new senior operating pa...
: Appointed in March 2026, Gavelan is a seasoned mining industry veteran tasked with supporting the firm's global operational management.
: Joined in June 2025 with over 30 years of experience from Newmont and Rio Tinto to provide operational oversight to portfolio companies. Key Strategic Objectives : The firm is actively deploying capital into
: Appian continues to grow its presence in strategic regions, recently opening a new Latin America headquarters in São Paulo to accelerate regional investments.
: These appointments strengthen Appian's unique investor-operator model, which integrates in-house technical expertise with financial investment to optimize mining projects. April 10, 2026 : Appointed in April 2026
Appian Capital Advisory recently expanded its leadership team by appointing as its new Deputy Chief Operating Officer on March 24, 2026. This follows the earlier 2025 appointment of Rob Atkinson as a Senior Operating Partner . New Senior Operating Appointments