John Serna Carmona

John Serna Carmona is a seasoned sustainability professional with extensive experience in social sustainability, health, and safety across various sectors. Currently serving as Sustainability Manager at Soma Gold Corp. since February 2023, John previously held the position of Social Sustainability, Safety and Health Director at Mineros S.A., where responsibilities included leading the social sustainability team and coordinating community strategies for the Mineros Foundation. John's expertise further extends to roles such as Sustainability Director at Pan American Silver, HSE Lead at Cerro Matoso, and Programme Co-ordinator at the Cerrejon Foundation, focusing on corporate social responsibility, community relations, and integrated water management. Academic qualifications include a Master of Arts in Development Economics and International Development from the University of Westminster and a Bachelor of Business Administration from Universidad EAFIT.