8-KLeadership Changes

SOUTHERN COPPER CORP/ 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Jul 30, 2010)

Filed July 30, 2010For Securities:SCCO

Summary

Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO) announced on July 26, 2010, a significant change in its Board of Directors with the election of Mr. Enrique Castillo Sánchez Mejorada. Mr. Mejorada brings extensive experience as the Chief Executive Officer of Ixe Grupo Financiero, S.A. de C.V., since October 2000, and previously served as President of the Mexican Banking Association. His appointment adds considerable financial and leadership expertise to the company's governance. Investors should note that Mr. Mejorada's background in the financial services sector and his current board positions across various Mexican companies indicate a strong understanding of corporate strategy and market dynamics. His addition to the board is effective until the next annual meeting of stockholders and is expected to contribute to SCCO's strategic direction and oversight.

Key Highlights

  • 1Southern Copper Corporation elected Enrique Castillo Sánchez Mejorada to its Board of Directors on July 26, 2010.
  • 2Mr. Mejorada will serve as a director until the next annual meeting of stockholders or a special meeting where directors are elected.
  • 3He has been the Chief Executive Officer of Ixe Grupo Financiero, S.A. de C.V., since October 2000.
  • 4Mr. Mejorada previously served as President of the Mexican Banking Association from March 2007 to March 2009.
  • 5He currently holds board positions in several other prominent Mexican companies, including Grupo Industrial Herdez and Grupo Mexicana de Aviación.
  • 6Mr. Mejorada holds a bachelor's degree from Universidad Anahuac in Mexico City.

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