Andrew Britton

CEO Kumi

Andrew is the founder and CEO of Kumi, a specialist advisory firm that focuses on responsible supply chains and human rights due diligence. Kumi works extensively with the mining sector in Africa, helping companies to identify and manage human rights risks, prepare for compliance with responsible mining standards, strengthen social performance, and delivering social and environmental due diligence on mining operations on behalf of global downstream brands and investors. Under Andrew’s leadership, Kumi has become established as a leading authority on the development and implementation of compliance standards and industry best practices for responsible sourcing.Kumi works closely with organisations such as the OECD and the European Commission, including developing the compliance frameworks for due diligence and responsible mining practices under the EU Critical Raw Materials Act, the EU Batteries Regulation and the EU Conflict Minerals Regulation.