Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. (NYSE: WPM) (TSX: WPM) today announced a planned leadership transition as part of its long-term succession strategy. Current President Haytham Hodaly will become President and Chief Executive Officer, effective March 31, 2026. Randy Smallwood, who has led the company for over 15 years since co-founding it, will step down as CEO and assume the role of non-executive Chair of the Board. This move is designed to provide leadership continuity and alignment with the company’s long-term vision. Additionally, George Brack will transition from Chair to Lead Independent Director.
Hodaly, who joined Wheaton in 2012 and was promoted to President in 2025, will also join the Board of Directors. He is expected to guide the next phase of growth, building on a track record that includes executing more than $11 billion in streaming transactions and strengthening the company’s technical and capital markets capabilities. The succession plan underscores Wheaton’s commitment to strategic growth and responsible mining practices.
Wheaton Precious Metals is the world’s premier precious metals streaming company, providing shareholders with access to a high-quality portfolio of low-cost, long-life mines around the world. Through strategic streaming agreements, Wheaton partners with mining companies to secure a portion of their future precious metals production. The company employs due diligence practices with a goal of unlocking long-term value for shareholders while supporting the broader mining industry to deliver the commodities society needs through access to capital.
This leadership transition is significant for investors and the mining industry as it signals stability and forward-looking strategy. The appointment of Hodaly, who has deep experience in streaming transactions and capital markets, positions Wheaton to continue its growth trajectory. For more details, the full press release is available at https://ibn.fm/AzG5t.
Wheaton’s shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange, New York Stock Exchange and London Stock Exchange under the symbol WPM. The latest news and updates relating to WPM are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/WPM.
