Elizabeth Gaines
Non-Executive Director, Global Green Hydrogen Ambassador, Fortescue Metals Group · Australia
Elizabeth Gaines is the Non-Executive Director, Global Green Hydrogen Ambassador of Fortescue Metals Group. Gaines is based in Australia. Earlier roles include positions at Fortescue Metals Group. Gaines was born in 1964 and educated at Perth Modern School.
Australian business executive who was the first female CEO of Fortescue Metals Group, serving from February 2018 to August 2022. She joined Fortescue in 2013 as CFO and began her career as a chartered accountant before holding leadership roles in financial services, travel, and agribusiness sectors.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on Elizabeth Gaines's departure from Fortescue Metals Group's board in 2026. The headlines reflect her broader exit from the company, including her earlier step-down from the CEO role in 2021 as Fortescue shifted toward renewable energy initiatives, followed by a reduction in shareholdings in subsequent years.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- 1964
- Education
- Perth Modern School
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Elizabeth Gaines: FAQ
- Who is Elizabeth Gaines?
- Elizabeth Gaines is the Non-Executive Director, Global Green Hydrogen Ambassador of Fortescue Metals Group, based in Australia.
- Where did Elizabeth Gaines work previously?
- Earlier roles include Fortescue Metals Group (CEO, until 2022).
- Where was Elizabeth Gaines educated?
- Elizabeth Gaines studied at Perth Modern School.