SEPTEMBER 2024 VOLUME 5 | ISSUE 9
ON THE MOVE
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ERIK BUCKLAND
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Executive, Management and Board Changes in Canada’s Mining Sector
MANAGEMENT MOVES
TOP MOVES IN THIS ISSUE
» Andean Precious Metals’ Segun Odunuga stepped down as the EVP, finance. » Appia Rare Earths & Uranium and Romios Gold Resources named Brian Crawford its new CFO as Frank van de Water retired from the role. » Argentina Lithium, Blue Sky Uranium and Golden Arrow Resources, members of the Grosso Group named Pompeyo Gallardo its new VP corporate development. Craig Hallworth
Josephine Man
Elton L.S. Pereira
» Argyle Resources welcomed Michael Yeung as its new CFO.
Craig Hallworth is the new CFO at Excelsior Mining, bringing over 13 years of finance leadership from Hudbay Minerals, where he managed a billion-ton copper project in Arizona. A CPA and CFA charterholder, Hallworth began his career as a manager at Ernst & Young LLP. His passion for mining and metals finance began in his youth, inspired by early experiences with a geological hammer and safety glasses.
Josephine Man is appointed as CFO and treasurer of Uranium Energy, bringing 28 years of financial expertise. Previously the CFO of Gold Royalty, she played a pivotal role in its IPO and multiple acquisitions. With extensive experience in financial reporting, corporate finance, M&A, and risk management, she is a valuable asset to the team. Fluent in Cantonese and Mandarin, Man has a deep understanding of accounting and regulatory requirements across Hong Kong, China, the U.S.A., and Canada.
Elton L.S. Pereira is the new VP of exploration at Pacific Bay Minerals. He led the development of Brazauro Resources’ Tocantinzinho gold project, the first major discovery in Brazil’s Tapajós Mineral Province, later sold to Eldorado Gold. Pereira also spearheaded the Castelo de Sonhos gold project for TriStar Gold. Recently, he contributed to developing nickel-coppercobalt deposits in Bahia State, Brazil, through his work with Appian Capital Advisory and Bahia Nickel Mineração.
» Awale Resources appointed Andrew Smith as VP exploration, Ardem Keshishian as VP corporate development and investor relations, Kirmat Noormohamed as exploration manager and John Scott as principal geologist . » Baffinland Iron Mines’ Brian Penney stepped down as CEO. » Besra Gold welcomed Renee Minchin as its new CFO. » Excelsior Mining named Craig Hallworth its new CFO. » Freemont Gold named Joel Sutherland as its new CEO and a director » Global Uranium appointed Ungad Chadda as its new CEO as John Kim has stepped down. » Hiru welcomes Khalid Nasser as CEO and chair and James Peter Thorp as CFO. » International Battery Metals welcomed Iris Jancik as its new CEO. » Ivanhoe Electric named Mike Patterson as its new VP of investor relations and business development. » Karnalyte Resources welcomed Danielle Favreau as its new CEO and Christie Gradin as its new CFO. » Kestrel Gold’s CEO and director Rob Solinger has stepped down in his roles. » Lion Copper and Gold welcomed John Banning
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