Agustin Pichot

Fortescue Future Industries
President Latin America


Gus Pichot commenced as President Latin America of Fortescue Metals Group in March 2018 with responsibility for the development of Fortescue’s mining, energy, and infrastructure business across the Latin America region.

In the last three years, he has worked in Fortescue Future Industries with responsibility for the development of Fortescue’s energy and infrastructure business across the Latin American region.

Gus is leading the change in the energy matrix in the region by promoting renewable energy projects in Brazil, Colombia, Chile, Paraguay, Perú, and Argentina.

He brings diverse marketing and media, asset management, global investment strategy, and philanthropic experience, including 16 years as a player and national captain in world rugby representing Argentina.

Before joining Fortescue, Gus worked in asset management and global investment strategies in Argentina’s financial sector and founded Pegsa Group, one of the biggest sports media production companies for Sports and entertainment in Latam.

Between 2015 and 2020 Gus served as an Executive Board member for World Rugby.

Gus holds a Business and Management degree from Brunel University and is a member of the executive team of philanthropic organisations: Fundación Enrique Alberto Pichot and works closely with the Minderoo Foundation.