Matt Latimore
Founder & President
Matt Latimore is President of M Resources Pty Ltd a company he founded the group in 2011 to focus on marketing, investment and trading of metallurgical coal and other steelmaking raw materials.
M Resources is among the top 3 seaborne metallurgical coal movers in the world, exporting over 20 million metric tonnes annually. Matt is a Non-Executive Director of Stanmore Resources, GM3 (which owns Illawarra Coal Holdings) and Bowen Coking Coal.
Prior to establishing M Resources, Matt held various positions with Mitsui & Co Coal Department. He then joined Wesfarmers Curragh Coal as General Manager Sales and Marketing, responsible for global sales to steel mills and power utilities, rail, port facility and finance functions. He was also a Director of Curragh Coal Sales.
Matt holds a Bachelor of International Business from Griffith University, an MBA from the Australian Graduate School of Management. He is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD) and the Columbia University Senior Executive Program in New York. He also holds an Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management from the University of Western Australia and a Diploma of Export Management from the Australian Institute of Export.
Tim Peirce
Chief Commercial Officer
With over two decades of experience in the Australian mining and resources industry across roles primarily in marketing and business development, Tim Peirce has held key roles at prominent companies, including Wesfarmers and BHP Billiton.
As Chief Commercial Officer at M Resources Trading Pty Ltd, Tim is responsible for overseeing M Resources’ commercial and operational relationships in the coal market including sales, sourcing and logistics. Tim holds a Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, and a Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance and Investment.”
Aidan Meka
Chief Investment Officer
As M Resources’ Chief Investment Officer, Aidan Meka plays a pivotal role in steering the company’s strategic investment initiatives. His multifaceted background encompasses extensive experience in finance, marketing, and sales, with a focus on the dynamic intersections of the finance and mining sectors.
Prior to his current position, Aidan contributed significantly to the success of Coronado, holding positions such as Manager, Strategi Planning & GM – Treasury, Investment Valuations & Management, Investor Relations. Aidan Meka’s trajectory in the finance and mining industries reflects not only his professional versatility but also his commitment to driving success across various facets of resource management and investment endeavours.
Craig McLane
GM – Trade Finance
Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Craig McLane serves as our General Manager specialising in trade finance. Craig is an experienced senior finance executive with a broad range of domestic and international expertise in global treasury, corporate finance, capital markets, investment banking, ESG, ERM, asset optimization, M&A, risk management and FP&A.
His career has focused on accelerating and promoting financial and operational improvements for high-growth companies by championing data analytics and embracing new technologie
Ram Madiraju
Director, Sales & Marketing
Ram brings with him 17 plus years of industry experience to the M Resources team in the areas of strategic procurement, marketing, trading, and dry bulk shipping & logistics. Prior joining M Resources, Ram had worked with Tata Group in several functions and undertaken leadership roles delivering significant value across commercial & operational areas.
An Engineer and MBA by qualification, he has handled roles & projects in corporate development, strategic planning, business forecasting, cost reduction, and commercial excellence. Ram is passionate about digitization and leveraging analytics in managing commodity supply chain risks.
Colin Moffatt
General Manager & SSE
Colin Moffatt is the General Manager and Site Senior Executive (SSE) specialising in sustainable mining support. In this capacity, he is accountable for the safe and efficient un-covery and extraction of open cut and underground Pulverised Coal Injection (PCI) and coking coal.
Colin is an experienced mining professional and operational leader who uses an open and collaborative leadership style to bring about effective problem solving, planning and business outcomes. Previously, Colin has worked as Orica’s Business Development Lead and Macmahon’s Project Manager & SSE
Tracey McKenzie
Head of People & Culture
Tracey is a business leader with human capital expertise, and a wealth of global experience. She’s worked across more than 30 Countries, in industries including mining, metals & minerals, manufacturing and technology.
Specialises in designing optimal businesses via better people structures, and enabling high performing teams. Currently utilising her Experience to support the building and development of the M Group’s global platform.
Tracey holds a Business Degree in HR & Industrial Relations, and an MBA in International Business.
