Mark Hutchinson

Enthusiast
DISC Type : i

Chief Executive Officer - Fortescue Energy at Fortescue

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Overview

Mark Hutchinson is a Senior Advisor at Fortescue, previously serving as CEO of Fortescue Energy. His extensive international career includes over two decades at GE, where he was President & CEO for both Greater China and Europe. He holds an Honorary Doctorate of Business from The University of Queensland, where he also earned his Bachelor of Commerce.

He is a passionate advocate for the economic viability of green energy, frequently emphasizing that decarbonisation isnt just an environmental goal but a sound business strategy. His leadership has focused on driving growth in renewable projects and green technology on a global scale.

Unique fact: Mark is the primary sponsor of the Ethics Chair at The University of Queensland, his alma mater.

Personality Overview

Non-Confrontational

Consensus Focused

Story Driven

They are more about building relationships than just cutting deals.  They are generally friendly, so be careful when relying on their word. Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials.

Topics They Care About

Green Hydrogen Economics
Strongly advocates that green hydrogen must be price-competitive with fossil fuels, believing the industry's success depends on sound economics rather than green premiums.
Decarbonisation Strategy
Views decarbonisation as a major economic opportunity. His focus at Fortescue has been on driving the company's transition to a global green energy and resources entity.
Global Business Leadership
Possesses deep international leadership experience, having managed GE's entire operations and growth strategies across both Europe and Greater China as President & CEO.

Media Appearances

Episode #30: Mark Hutchinson, CEO of Fortescue Future Industries .... Featured in Apple Podcasts

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Fortescue Future Industries CEO says all the technology is there for .... Featured in YouTube

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This CEO once sold encyclopaedias. Now he's Forrest's hydrogen guy. Featured in Australian Financial Review

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Work History

8-2022 - 5-2025
Chief Executive Officer - Fortescue Energy at Fortescue
7-2014 - 11-2017
President & CEO, Europe at GE
3-2010 - 7-2014
President & CEO, GE Greater China at GE
3-2006 - 3-2010
President, GE Capital Real Estate, International for Europe and Asia at GE Capital Real Estate

Education

Phd from The University of Queensland

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Insights For Selling To Mark

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Maintain high, positive energy and convey confidence
  • Invite them for a lunch or a drink/coffee
  • Speak from experience about success that the product has seen with other customers

DONT's

  • Avoid overloading them with too much information
  • Don’t be excessively objective, be like a storyteller with them
  • Don’t be too formal with them, they trust informality more

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Mark is

  • Relationships and rapport matter to them, but so does the value of the product.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Mark

  • They will hardly ever say a direct no.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Mark move?

  • Even when they are constantly engaged, they do not reach decisions quickly.
  • Can Mark take some risk or not?

  • If it seems really necessary, they can take small risks.

You And Mark

Personality Compatibility


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