A Global Mining Leader Joins the #CapTech Think Tank
A Global Mining Leader Joins the #CapTech Think Tank We are pleased to announce that Owen Hegarty OAM, Executive Chairman of EMR Capital, has joined the #CapTech Think Tank. With more than 50 years of experience in the global mining and resources sector, Mr. Hegarty brings a depth of strategic insight and industry leadership that strengthens the #CapTech platform. His career spans senior executive and advisory roles across some of the world’s most influential mining organisations and investment initiatives. His participation further expands the network of global leaders contributing to the conversations and collaborations shaping the future of industry and investment through #CapTech. Five Decades of Leadership in the Global Mining Industry Mr. Hegarty spent 25 years with Rio Tinto, working across multiple commodities, companies, and countries before becoming Managing Director of Rio Tinto Asia and the Australian copper and gold business. He later founded Oxiana Limited, transforming the company from a junior explorer into a major Asia-Pacific base and precious metals producer. Oxiana later evolved into OZ Minerals, which remains one of the top-performing resources stocks over the past 25 years. Mr. Hegarty has also held prominent leadership roles including Vice Chairman of Fortescue Metals Group, Chairman of Tigers Realm Minerals, and Executive Vice-Chairman of G-Resources Group and CST Mining Group. Today, he serves as co-founder and Executive Chairman of EMR Capital, a specialist mining private equity group with mining projects and operations worldwide. Shaping Conversations and Collaborations at #CapTech Mr. Hegarty’s participation in the #CapTech Think Tank adds valuable perspective from one of the most experienced leaders in the global mining and resources sector. As #CapTech continues to convene business leaders, investors, innovators, and policy voices, the insights of global industry experts such as Mr. Hegarty will contribute to shaping meaningful dialogue, partnerships, and investment opportunities. In recognition of his outstanding contribution to the mining and minerals sector, he was awarded the Order of Australia Medal in the 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honours. His involvement further strengthens the expertise behind the initiatives and discussions leading to #CapTech2026. Learn more about the leaders and global expertscontributing to the ideas, partnerships, and opportunities shaping #CapTech2026 Stay connected as more global leaders join the #CapTech Think Tank. Follow & Subscribeto stay ahead of what’s next. Expand with purpose. Grow with #CapTech.
