Mr. O'Neill, an alumnus with a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, a Graduate Certificate in Mining Engineering, and an MBA, has been at the executive level for the last decade. After leaving Glencore in 2023, he has been running his own consulting business, which notably supported Evolution with the integration of the Northparkes operation. Evolution's Managing Director and CEO, Mr. Lawrie Conway, expressed his enthusiasm about the new appointment, stating, "Matt's deep understanding of our cornerstone operations, especially Ernest Henry and Northparkes, is a tremendous asset. His technical acumen and leadership have earned our respect, and we are confident he will make an excellent addition to our Leadership Team." Mr. O'Neill also shared his excitement about the new role, remarking on the company's growth and culture, "I am looking forward to contributing to Evolution's continued success and ensuring a more reliable operational performance."