David Mannessen

David Mannessen, as the Business Owner at Circle PGM, plays a pivotal role in steering the company's strategic vision towards sustainable growth and innovation within the precious metals recovery industry. His leadership is instrumental in driving key projects that focus on transforming industrial waste into high-value resources, thereby reinforcing Circle PGM’s commitment to the circular economy. Under his guidance, the team has successfully developed advanced refining processes that maximize the yield of recovered metals, including platinum, palladium, and other precious metals, ensuring industries can meet their environmental and economic objectives simultaneously.

With a deep expertise in materials, steel making, and logistics management, David oversees complex contract negotiations and international relations, facilitating seamless export and import operations that expand Circle PGM’s global footprint. His focus on business process improvement has led to the implementation of innovative techniques that optimize resource recovery, reduce waste, and lower the carbon footprint of refining activities. Additionally, David’s strategic approach to business development has opened new avenues for partnerships across industries such as automotive, electronics, and jewelry manufacturing, all of which benefit from sustainable sourcing of precious metals.

Through his leadership, Circle PGM continues to pioneer sustainable practices that not only preserve the planet’s finite resources but also create economic value for clients and stakeholders. His expertise in integrating environmental stewardship with operational excellence positions him as a key driver in advancing the company’s mission to foster a resilient, closed-loop system of precious metal use, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable and responsible industry landscape.