Pierre Lassonde
Founder of Franco-Nevada, the world's largest royalty company. Co-founded Franco-Nevada in 1985 with Seymour Schulich and has over 40 years of experience in the mining industry.
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Aug 17, 2025 • 40min
Pierre Lassonde - Founder of Franco Nevada - World's Largest Royalty Company
Pierre Lassonde, founder of Franco-Nevada and a veteran of the mining industry, shares the fascinating story of discovering Goldstrike, a game-changer for both his company and Barrick. He discusses the advantages of royalty investments, emphasizing their risk-sharing benefits and potential for massive returns. Lassonde also contrasts gold with Bitcoin, highlighting their cultural significance amid rising inflation. He passionately recounts stories of wealth creation and community impact, alongside insights on the future of mining and AI innovations.
Dec 28, 2023 • 38min
Gold & Copper: Your Inflation Hedge with Pierre Lassonde
Pierre Lassonde, Chair Emeritus of Franco-Nevada Mining, discusses the advantages of investing in royalty companies and the use of gold and copper as hedges against inflation. He compares gold and Bitcoin as assets and predicts a potential increase in the performance of gold and copper in 2024.
