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Francois Hardy, EVP and Chief Technical Officer, retiring effective June 30, 2026 after 24 years of service.

Hardy's retirement not due to any disagreement with Company; no severance compensation.

Erin Workman, age 45, appointed acting Chief Technical Officer effective May 2026.

Workman has served as Group Head, Exploration & Geosciences since 2025 with over 20 years experience.

No arrangements, family relationships, or reportable transactions related to Workman's appointment.

Company has robust succession planning for smooth transition.

Structured process underway to identify permanent successor.

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The departure of Francois Hardy, a long-tenured Executive Vice President and Chief Technical Officer with 24 years at Newmont, represents a leadership transition in a key technical role overseeing mining operations and technical strategy. His voluntary retirement, effective June 30, 2026, without any disagreements or severance, signals stability rather than disruption. The immediate appointment of Erin Workman as acting Chief Technical Officer from May 2026 ensures continuity. Workman brings extensive relevant experience, including her current role as Group Head, Exploration & Geosciences since 2025 and prior positions within Newmont since 2019, plus prior roles at Goldcorp and others. Newmont emphasizes its strong internal talent pool and structured succession process, mitigating risks to operations during the search for a permanent successor.

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