Vivian Cao

Vivian Cao currently serves as the VP People, Commercial at Rio Tinto, a leading global mining and metals company. With significant experience in strategic HR roles, Vivian previously held multiple positions at Nike, including Sr. Global HR Director, where collaboration with top executives facilitated global transformation initiatives, and Sr. HR Director for Asia Pacific & Latin America, overseeing a substantial $2.5 billion business. Earlier career highlights include serving as People & Organization Director at Mars, where strategic HR support optimized labor costs, and HR Director at Coca-Cola Greater China, managing various commercial functions. Vivian holds a BA in English Language & Literature from Fudan University and an International MBA from The University of British Columbia.