Meet the team
Reputation, integrity and independence
Shaping the Future of Critical Minerals and Energy
For over two decades, SFA (Oxford) has been at the forefront of providing in-depth insights and strategic guidance in the realm of critical minerals and the energy transition. Our journey has seen us successfully undertake complex assignments for a diverse range of stakeholders, including producers, fabricators, end-users, recyclers, and investors, while developing the most comprehensive, independent supply and demand databases in the sector. As we delve into this new era, our focus has intensified on critical minerals essential for the energy transition, underscoring our commitment to supporting sustainable and innovative solutions across the entire value chain.
Executive leadership
Henk de Hoop
Chief Executive Officer
Beresford Clarke
Managing Director: Technical & Research
Dr Ralph Grimble
Operations Director
Pioneering the energy transition with tailored strategies and trusted advisory
Our work is characterised by a confidential and tailored approach designed to augment each client’s specific strategic decision-making needs. This approach has enabled us to add significant value to a portfolio of companies that extends from mine to market, solidifying our position as renowned and trusted advisors throughout the industry. Our unique network of loyal, long-standing clients is a testament to our expertise and dedication.
The individual and collective expertise of our team is our greatest asset, allowing us to diversify our research and consultancy services beyond the scope of most other commodity consultancies. We act as a ‘think-tank’ for many in the industry, with a renewed focus on generating investment ideas and capitalising on strategic opportunities within the critical minerals sector. Our team's comprehensive understanding of the complexities surrounding the energy transition positions us uniquely to offer insights that not only navigate the present market landscape but also shape the future of energy resources, spearheading policy and commercial leadership.
The engine room
SFA is dedicated to meeting the unique needs of every client, helping each organisation reach its full potential. Our analysts and consultants are highly skilled and in strong demand, with a wealth of experience gained through delivering a wide range of projects and reports across the value chain. Many assignments require the diverse and specialised expertise the team has developed over time, enabling SFA to provide robust, insightful analysis on complex challenges. The team is confident in its ability to support your next project with the highest standard of bespoke consulting and research, with each assignment an opportunity to deliver precise, value-added intelligence on demand.
Dr Ralph Grimble
Operations Director
Dr Jenny Watts
Head of Clean Energy & Sustainability
Jamie Underwood
Principal Consultant
Thomas Chandler
Principal Lithium Supply Analyst
Oksan Atilan
Consulting Automotive Analyst
Alex Biddle
Senior Mining Analyst
Ismet Soyocak
ESG & Critical Minerals Lead
Lakshya Gupta
Senior Market Analyst: Battery Materials and Technologies
Rj Coetzee
Senior Market Analyst: Battery Materials and Technologies
Marketing and finance
SFA is supported by a dynamic marketing and finance team that works closely with the leadership to ensure the smooth running of day-to-day operations. This team plays a key role in managing client relationships and contracts, coordinating upcoming events and stakeholder engagements, and overseeing financial planning and reporting.
David Mobbs
Head of Marketing
Yoshi Mizoguchi Owen
Marketing Associate: Japan
Jo Holmes
Finance Manager
Alison Clapton
Executive Assistant
Specialist network
SFA’s unique global network of clients and associates has enabled the firm to become a vital analytical link within the strategic metal value chain. This extensive network spans all major producing and consuming regions worldwide, each rigorously analysed and clearly articulated to reflect its complexities and nuances. SFA draws on a trusted pool of expert engineers and consultants located worldwide to support bespoke client projects.
Over many years, SFA has served as a trusted advisor to some of the commodity industry’s leading metal producers, with enduring relationships built on the delivery of granular, pioneering analysis that deepens understanding of emerging trends and future developments.
Our associate consultants are highly experienced professionals, many holding specialist regulatory credentials, including registered Competent Person status, to support due diligence, asset valuations, and corporate listings. The wider team includes processing engineers for metallurgical flowsheet optimisation, chemists, professors, mathematicians, traders, investment professionals, market experts, and technical witnesses.
How can we help you?
SFA (Oxford) provides bespoke, independent intelligence on the strategic metal markets, specifically tailored to your needs. To find out more about what we can offer you, please contact us.