Chris Rowlands

Chris Rowlands is the Manager of Regional Economic Development in the Global Area of Expertise (AoE) at Rio Tinto. He is currently based in Perth, Western Australia. In his role, he focuses on economic development initiatives that align with Rio Tinto's strategic objectives, particularly in relation to community engagement and sustainable development practices.

Rowlands has a background that includes over 15 years of experience in various sectors, including banking, private sector development, and international organizations. His work often involves collaboration with local communities to assess socioeconomic impacts and identify opportunities for future growth and sustainability within the regions where Rio Tinto operates.123

He is actively involved in projects that assess the socioeconomic impacts of mining operations, such as the recent socioeconomic impact assessment (SEIA) being conducted for the Weipa region. This assessment aims to gather community feedback and inform future planning as Rio Tinto considers expansions and closures of its mining operations.1

For more detailed information about his professional background, you can find him on LinkedIn under the username chris-rowlands-55646318.