(Geology, University of Toronto), P.Geo (1992, British Columbia), is a dedicated exploration geologist with 30 years of successful project acquisition, exploration, development and mining experience with major and junior resource companies. As President and CEO, he has dedicated himself to securing high quality advanced projects. He has been instrumental in significant gold and base metal discoveries in Canada, Mexico and South America and brings the company an extensive network of contacts, diverse technical and managerial strengths, and a passion for discovery. He is an aggressive and dynamic leader committed to the success of the company.
(Mining Engineering (1974), Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario) has been actively working as an independent consulting mining engineer since 1999. His prior experience includes mine operations at senior management and corporate levels and as manager of mining for a large international consulting firm. He is also president of Duran Ventures Inc. and holds board and senior executive positions with a number of other junior exploration and mining companies. His contribution to the company utilizes his management and engineering skills to assist in day-to-day management of company projects and provide insight to direct exploration activities toward developing economically viable projects to early feasibility.
Graduated in 1988 from Jacksonville State University, Jacksonville Alabama with a BSc in Accounting and Finance. Since graduation, performed public accounting and auditing for 7 years with PriceWaterhouse Coopers and Revenue Canada Taxation, then moved to banking for another 12 years with Wachovia, GE Capital, and CIT. Successfully underwrote and closed over $1 billion of commercial loans in Canada and the USA during this period. Joined the Board of Directors in July 2006, and accepted the title of Chief Financial Officer in early 2007. Mr. Hammond brings the company a sound and practical administrative background and a track record for achievement.
David gives an update state-of-the-union presentation to investors