A boutique advisory team delivering mining expertise, global connections, and senior-led solutions that maximize results.
We bring decades of accumulated expertise, deep market intelligence, and an unrelenting commitment to maximizing results for our partners.
We are experts in the field—we understand every nuance of the commodities trading market because we've lived it. Our team combines 40+ years of combined experience in iron ore, coal, and commodities trading, with direct relationships to CEOs, enterprise owners, and key decision-makers across the global minerals supply chain.
Led transformations generating US$250M+ in EBITDA improvements and scaling operations from 6 to 26 million tons annually.
Direct access to major buyers, steelmaking plants, traders, and decision-makers across 30+ countries.
From market strategy to contract negotiation, hedging, logistics, and payment execution.
We align completely with your success—your wins are our wins.
Lean, expert team means you get senior leadership attention, not junior staff.
Our experts are recognized leaders in commodities trading and mining commercialization. Each team member brings extensive international experience, deep market relationships, and a track record of delivering exceptional results even in complex, volatile market environments.
Christian brings nearly 15 years of experience at Trafigura, holding senior leadership roles across trading, origination, asset oversight, and country management in iron ore, coal, copper, lead, and zinc. As Country Manager for Brazil, he led the company's Brazilian operations and oversaw Porto Sudeste, a 50 Mtpa export terminal, while also co-leading Trafigura's Indonesian coal business to volumes above 20 Mtpa and covering markets in Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America.
He was a member of Trafigura's Global Bulk Trading Committee, contributing to strategic and risk decisions across the global bulk commodities portfolio. This role combined hands-on operational responsibility with high-level exposure to board-level decision-making in multiple jurisdictions.
Christian holds three Master's degrees in Management from ESCP Europe (Paris), City University of London, and Universidad Carlos III de Madrid. In May 2024, he co-founded Oak Commodities, leveraging his global trading and asset management experience to build a new commodities platform.
Anamélia Tagliaferri brings over 15 years of experience in global steel and commodities trading, specializing in raw materials sourcing and international negotiations. At ArcelorMittal she focused on high-level commercial dealings in coal, coke, and anthracite, building expertise in supplier management and competitive strategies. Based in Europe for five years on a global procurement platform, she shaped coal import strategies and long-term sourcing for 10 Mtpa volumes across Europe, Americas, and Africa.
Returning to Brazil, Anamélia led iron ore export operations, achieving milestones like 1 Mt exports and sales growth in sinter feed amid challenging markets. She later joined Minas Gerais' state investment agency, managing a BRL 4 billion portfolio across 45 projects to attract foreign investment.
Anamélia holds a degree in Business Administration with Foreign Trade emphasis from Centro Universitário UNA and advanced studies at Fundação Dom Cabral.
Professional with over 11 years in the iron ore industry, specializing in business development and trading. He brings an integrated view of the value chain, combining technical, commercial, and operational expertise to drive strategic decisions and deliver consistent value for clients and partners.
His career includes roles at two of Brazil's largest iron ore producers, Anglo American and Mineração Usiminas, spanning strategic project management, international trade, marketing, logistics, quality, and supply chain. This experience provided deep insight into products, logistics flows, commercial terms, and operations from mine to end customer.
A Materials Engineer from CEFET-MG, with international specialization from Hanze University (Netherlands) and a Postgraduate in Business Management from Fundação Dom Cabral, he offers global professional and academic exposure across Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and Asia.
Eduardo brings over 20 years of international commodities trading experience, specializing in iron ore and steel products. At Trafigura, he led origination and blending strategies that propelled operations beyond 27 Mtpa. His career also spans tier-one firms such as Vale, Usiminas, and Marubeni-Itochu Steel, where he honed trading and market development for bulk commodities.
Focused on pricing, distribution, and commercial planning across global supply chains, Eduardo blends analytical rigor with deep market insight in high-volume sectors. At Oak Commodities he drives iron ore and steel operations and pricing strategy, expanding the firm's presence in key international markets.
Eduardo holds a Master's degree in International Economics from USP (Universidade de São Paulo) and UPM (Université Pierre Mendès France). Combined with multilingual capabilities, these qualifications enable him to navigate complex trading dynamics across Europe, Latin America, and Asia.
Christian brings nearly 15 years of experience at Trafigura, holding senior leadership roles across trading, origination, asset oversight, and country management in several commodities.
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Eduardo brings over 20 years of international commodities trading experience, specializing in iron ore and steel products.
Professional with over 11 years in the iron ore industry, specializing in business development and trading.
Anamélia Tagliaferri brings over 15 years of experience in global steel and commodities trading, specializing in raw materials sourcing and international negotiations.
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Our deep expertise spans the technical, commercial, and market dynamics of each commodity, enabling us to optimize pricing, manage risk, and unlock value at every stage of the supply chain.
Iron ore is at the heart of our expertise. We navigate the complexities of a market characterized by volatile pricing, quality specifications, and increasingly complex demand patterns from global steelworks. Our approach combines advanced market intelligence with strategic negotiations to maximize returns on iron ore sales—whether for lump ore, pellet feed, or strategic blending initiatives.
Coal remains a critical energy commodity with evolving global demand patterns. We bring expertise in coking coal, thermal coal, and specialized coal products, supporting mining companies in navigating regulatory changes, market transitions, and pricing complexity. Our knowledge of international coal trading includes relationships with major buyers and expertise in both traditional and emerging markets.
Copper's position as a cornerstone commodity in the electrification and green energy transition makes strategic commercial management critical. We help copper producers optimize pricing, navigate complex global supply chains, and capture premiums based on product quality and market positioning.
Gold operates under unique market dynamics driven by investment flows, geopolitical factors, and industrial demand. Our expertise ensures your gold production is positioned competitively in global m arkets, with strategies that optimize pricing while managing the unique risks associated with precious metal commodities.
We provide a complete, integrated approach to strategic commercial management—a "one-stop-shop" that covers every aspect of your commercial operations, from market analysis to final payment collection. We can function as your entire commercial department or work strategically with your existing team, depending on your needs.
The foundation of superior commercial results is superior market intelligence. We don't just track prices—we analyze the full ecosystem of variables that drive markets: buyer behavior, producer capacity, logistics costs, regulatory changes, macroeconomic trends, and even geopolitical factors.
A powerful negotiation isn't about aggressive tactics—it's about preparation, deep market understanding, and strategic positioning. Our negotiation process is built on three pillars: detailed market analysis, clear understanding of your competitive advantages, and alignment with your strategic objectives.
A contract is only as valuable as its execution. We provide active, hands-on managementof every contract through its full lifecycle—from pre-delivery quality monitoring through final payment collection.
Partner with OAK Commodities for expert-led market insight, strategic negotiation, and end-to-end commercial management that turns complex mining operations into measurable results.
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