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About
Cor Booysen is an Equity Portfolio Manager at Fairtree Capital, where he has been a key member of the investment team since 2013. In this role, he is responsible for managing listed equity portfolios, with a strong focus on resource and mining sectors, leveraging his deep industry knowledge to guide investment decisions.
Prior to joining Fairtree, Cor held senior investment positions including Mining Analyst at HSBC and Sector Head Resources at RMB Asset Management, providing specialist coverage of the resources sector and developing expertise in mining, metals, and related industries. He began his career as a mechanical engineer at De Beers Group, which gave him valuable insights into the operational and technical aspects of the resources industry.
Cor holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Johannesburg. Over his career, he has been recognized for his sector-specific expertise and his analytical acumen in equity investments, particularly within the mining and resources space.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairtree Capital | Portfolio Manager | Jan 2013 to Present | — |
| HSBC | Mining Analyst | Aug 2011 to Dec 2012 | — |
| RMB Asset Management | Sector Head Resources | Jan 2008 to Jul 2011 | — |
| Bain & Company | Senior Consultant | May 2007 to Dec 2007 | — |
| Seabury Consulting | Senior Associate | Sep 2004 to Apr 2007 | — |
| Enhance Value Creation | Seniot Associate | Jan 2003 to Jan 2004 | — |
| Bain & Company | Senior Associate Consultant | Jan 2000 to Jan 2003 | — |
| The De Beers Group of Companies | Section Engineer | Jan 1996 to Jan 2000 | — |
Education
University of Johannesburg
Mechanical Engineering
1990 — 1995
Marais Viljoen High School
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