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Technical Convictions and an Analyst's Edge: Greg Huffman's Career Path from Geo to Equity Sales

Nov 7, 2025
Greg Huffman, Senior Vice President of Capital Markets at Magna Mining, shares his impressive journey from geology studies to mining analyst. He reflects on the uranium bull run and key experiences at FNX Mining. Greg emphasizes the importance of site visits in evaluating mining operations and discusses his role in spotting major discoveries like the LP fault at Great Bear. He delves into the dynamics of analyst roles, the challenges of the mining market, and current opportunities in Sudbury, highlighting the potential of revitalizing local assets.
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ANECDOTE

From Sudbury Geologist To Early Sell‑Side Analyst

  • Greg started as a geologist in Sudbury and stumbled into a sell-side analyst role at Tollcross in 2003.
  • His first coverage included uranium and FNX Mining, which gave him a rapid education during major market moves.
ADVICE

Always Do Boots‑On‑The‑Ground Site Tours

  • Do site visits to assess technical work quality and the underlying rocks yourself.
  • Translate those observations for institutional clients to show where the real opportunity lies.
ADVICE

Salespeople Must Know Clients And Protect Reputation

  • As a salesperson, know your client and tailor pitches to their knowledge level and needs.
  • Preserve your reputation by filtering and only presenting high‑quality ideas to institutional clients.
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