What we do
Libby Ferrari Consulting is a specialist advisory firm offering strategic guidance in Stakeholder Engagement, Indigenous Relations, Land Use Agreements and External Affairs. Founded by Libby Ferrari - a respected, globally experienced executive with over two decades in mining and community relations, our work is grounded in strong values, relationships and long term impact.We work across many sectors and continents, providing the bridge required to supporting industry, government, Indigenous organisations and not-for-profits to navigate complexity with trust, respect and purpose.
Core Capabilities
Indigenous Land Use Agreements and Benefit Sharing: end to end experience in leading agreement making and benefit sharing arrangements between industry and First Nations peoples across Australia (Western Australia, Queensland, South Australia), Canada and South America.Stakeholder Engagement & Indigenous Relations: 20 years experience in bringing together the aspirations of communities with the objectives of industry to create mutual benefit and multi-generational outcomes.Government Relations and External Affairs: high-level advocacy and influence with national governments, NGO's, Boards and the investor community on critical issues including stakeholder relations, heritage protection and mining and sustainability.
About Me
Libby is a seasoned mining industry professional, having worked in the mining industry since 1999, holding qualifications as an Environmental Scientist (Geology Major) and an MBA. Her career progression began in a front-line environment and community role, advancing through senior leadership positions across Business Improvement, Environment, Corporate Affairs, and Indigenous Engagement with BHP since 2001. She recently served as Vice President External Affairs in Toronto, Canada, focusing on growth and new operating jurisdictions from an above-ground risk and opportunity perspective. Libby has extensive cross-commodity and functional experience, combined with operational roles and offers a comprehensive industry perspective—from local community engagements to collaboration with CEO and Chairman’s Offices, government, and NGOs. Throughout her career, Libby developed a deep connection to Indigenous Engagement, transitioning into native title commercial negotiations and grassroots engagement after working with Martu in the western desert region in Western Australia. Libby has proven leadership in forming strong, supportive, and motivated teams, with a focus on understanding people, building loyalty, and fostering a vision-driven environment. She is known for taking carefully calculated risks and championing diverse thought leadership, contributing significantly to company advancements
particularly in Indigenous engagement. Libby is dedicated to driving change in social and sustainability areas within mining and beyond, leveraging extensive industry experience and broad networks cultivated over a 20+ year career.