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Managing Director of Ballymore Resources Limited. Geologist with over 30 years' experience in exploration, project assessment, feasibility studies and mine development across multiple commodities, including extensive work in north Queensland and global project coordination for Xstrata Copper.

VP Operations and Director of Atico Mining Corporation. 40+ years in Latin American mining, including senior roles founding mining companies; VP of Operations at Fortuna Silver Mines for six years. Third-generation miner with family history operating gold, silver and base-metal mines in Peru and Panama.

General Manager Exploration and Chief Geologist at Focus Minerals Ltd. Joined 2018. 30 years' exploration geology experience, credited with resource growth at the company's Laverton and Coolgardie operations.

General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of Gunnison Copper Corp. (Corporate Secretary role effective June 1, 2026). Corporate and securities lawyer with over 20 years advising public companies; began his career at Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP.

Country Manager for Sri Lanka of Bullfrog Gold Corporation (TSXV: FROG), responsible for the Queens Mine Complex vein-graphite property. Formerly a director of predecessor Applied Graphite Technologies Corp. (elected 16 Jun 2025, resigned from the board 11 Mar 2026); the company's own board-update release states he 'remains Country Manager for Sri Lanka' notwithstanding that board resignation. Source: the company's own 11 Mar 2026 board-of-directors update.

Non-Executive Chairman of Nelson Resources Limited, an ASX-listed gold explorer with projects in Nevada, USA and Western Australia including the flagship Gold Point Project. Background in law, corporate finance and strategic consulting with 20+ years' entrepreneurial and investment experience. The board is entirely non-executive; former Executive Director Adam Schofield resigned August 15, 2022 and no CEO/Managing Director currently exists.

Director of Ucore Rare Metals Inc. since 30 Jun 2021. Member, Audit Committee.

Chief Financial Officer, Vice President Exploration and Director of Black Mammoth Metals Corp. (since May 31, 2013), concurrently Director and Vice President of Exploration of Viscount Mining Corp., and a Director of Bayhorse Silver Inc. (appointed January 2024). Certified Professional Geologist (AIPG CPG #11451; also registered in Idaho, California, Oregon and Alaska) and a Qualified Person as defined under NI 43-101. More than 40 years of domestic and international mineral exploration experience, having designed and executed generative exploration programs in the United States as well as advanced project evaluations, acquisitions and drill testing in the United States, Latin America and Southeast Asia; currently co-owner of IDA Gold Corporation, a private gold-focused Nevada-based exploration company, and previously responsible for exploration and acquisitions in the United States for Golden Predator Corp. With Placer Dome he was instrumental in the acquisition of and first exploration work on the Donlin Creek project in Alaska and conducted exploration work over 18 years within the Cortez joint venture and Bald Mountain mine properties; he was also responsible for acquiring the lands now occupied by a portion of the Pipeline mine and was involved in the early exploration work on the deposit. Spent 11 years with Agnico-Eagle (USA) Ltd., establishing its U.S. office and leading his exploration team to a gold discovery in northeastern Nevada. Holds a BSc and an MSc in Geology from Eastern Washington University.

Director of TVI Pacific Inc., appointed 3 Dec 2025 succeeding the late Johnny C. Felizardo. Licensed Geologist and current President of MRL Nickel Philippines, Inc. Pioneer employee since 1997; worked as project geologist on Pan de Azucar, Agata gold, and Tapian-San Francisco projects.

Chief Financial Officer of Axo Metals Corp.; also Chief Financial Officer, Corporate Secretary and Non-Independent Director of Silver Tiger Metals Inc. 25 years of senior finance roles at public/venture-backed companies including DHX Media and mining firms, with $1B+ of capital raised; 9 years at PwC. Bachelor of Commerce (Cum Laude), Saint Mary's University.

Dominican national and finance-trained investor with extensive experience in industrial operations, infrastructure development and extractive industries in the Dominican Republic. Appointed to Precipitate Gold's board in January 2026.

Company Secretary of Auris Minerals Limited (ASX: AUR, appointed 20 Nov 2020). Spent 10 years in public practice in the Audit and Assurance division of RSM Australia (Perth, Dallas, New York) and 2.5 years as CFO and Joint Company Secretary at Kalium Lakes Limited. Source: search aggregation of Auris Minerals corporate-directory coverage.

PhD in Geology. Senior exploration leader with 25+ years' experience in gold and copper discovery across Asia Pacific, formerly holding senior roles at Newcrest/Newmont.

Director and Board Chair of Infield Minerals Corp.; also President, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Corporate Secretary & Director of Kubera Gold Corp. and a director of Volcanic Gold Mines Inc.

Chief Financial Officer of Cavalier Resources Limited (ASX: CVR); also Chief Financial Officer & Joint Company Secretary of Panther Metals Ltd.

Director, CFO of Salazar Resources Limited. Ecuadorian certified public accountant; bachelor of commerce, Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador (1987). 35+ years' experience in auditing, finance management, cost planning and environmental matters; has worked with Fredy Salazar since 2003.

Advisory Team member of Grizzly Discoveries Inc. (TSXV: GZD). Certified Public Accountant and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Utah Association of Certified Public Accountants, with extensive business experience across various industries including ownership of multiple businesses, providing tax, audit and other attestation services, portfolio and cash management for a private trust, and co-managing 20-80 trucks transporting uranium ore in Utah. Since 2000 a shareholder and General Manager of East Bay Motorsports, Inc. in Hayward, California, growing sales from US$8.0 million to over US$26 million. Source: grizzlydiscoveries.com/corporate/advisory-team.

VP Exploration (Qualified Person) at Valor Gold Corp. ~15 years leading large-scale exploration programs; currently Director, Exploration at Seabridge Gold, with MSc research on the Courageous Lake deposit itself and involvement in the Deep Kerr/Lower Iron Cap discoveries at KSM and the Snip North discovery. MBA, MSc, BSc; Qualified Person/Professional Geoscientist.

Investor Relations Manager of Defiance Silver Corp. Experienced in customer service, stakeholder analysis, and organizing conferences and webinars, with a strong understanding of the Mexican mining sector. Holds a BA in Economics and Politics from The University of Manchester, UK. Has successfully sold and directed communication campaigns for companies across the mining industry, including juniors such as Sonoro Gold Corp, developers such as Orla Mining, and majors such as Torex Gold.

Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of NOVAGOLD Resources Inc., appointed effective 15 Jul 2024. Over 20 years of experience in corporate finance, capital markets, financial reporting and tax in the mining sector. Career: KPMG's Toronto Audit practice (global mining/manufacturing, to 2008); equity research, RBC Capital Markets Global Mining division (2008-2010); 14 years at Hudbay Minerals Inc., progressing to CFO of its Arizona Business Unit and then VP Finance (from 2019), immediately before NovaGold.

Chairman of Minsud Resources Corp. Seasoned and well-respected businessman in Argentina; former CEO and President of Banco del Sud (1991-1995); held multiple positions at BankBoston-Argentina (1971-1991); board member of BGH S.A., Biblos America Corp. and Rimda S.A. MBA and Economics degree, University of Buenos Aires; Harvard Business School graduate.

President and Chief Executive Officer of Entrée Resources Ltd., effective July 17, 2026, succeeding Stephen Scott; also Chairman of the Board, Director of Camino Minerals Corporation. Mining finance professional and corporate director with over 35 years of industry experience, including mining investment banking in Canada and Australia for Macquarie and CIBC. Holds a B.Com. from McGill University, an MBA from MIT, and a CFA designation.

Director of Basin Exploration of ATHA Energy Corp. Over 17 years of geoscience experience in the mining industry with a specific focus on uranium, including over 10 years as a geologist with Cameco, where he managed multiple projects and was responsible for drill targets, downhole data interpretation and supervision of junior geologists. Also brings uranium experience from Denison Mines, 92 Energy and Okapi Resources, and has been part of significant uranium discoveries and the advancement of known deposits throughout the Athabasca region, contributing at Eagle Point, McArthur River and West McArthur River, Crow Butte, Brown Ranch and the GMZ zone on 92 Energy's Gemini project.

Corporate governance and company-secretarial professional supporting PTR Minerals' ASX compliance and investor reporting.

Managing Director of Kali Metals Limited (ASX: KM1); also a non-executive director of Kalamazoo Resources Limited. More than 20 years in mining-industry roles spanning exploration, open-pit and underground operations in Australia and overseas; previously headed equities research at a Perth stockbroking firm covering small- and mid-cap resource companies. Geology degree (Honours), Derbyshire University; Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance and Investment.

President and Chief Executive Officer of IAMGOLD Corporation since 3 Apr 2023. Over 30 years of global mining experience. Before IAMGOLD, President & CEO of New Gold Inc. (2018-2022, led a strategic repositioning/operational turnaround) and of Richmont Mines Inc. (2014-2017, sold to Alamos Gold -- production more than doubled and reserves more than tripled at Richmont's Island Gold Mine during his tenure); COO of Primero Mining Corporation (2011-2014). BEng (Mining and Mineral Processing), Laval University.

Third-generation mining professional with extensive experience in precious metals and energy sectors; previously led gold exploration in Guyana and founded an oil and gas services company. CEO and Director since 1 Dec 2020.

Independent Director of Stillwater Critical Minerals Corp. Resource-industry veteran with 25+ years focused on nickel and cobalt across multiple continents, including senior leadership roles at Glencore PLC.

Chairman of the Board of Directors of Solstice Gold Corp. Previously served as interim CEO before stepping back into the Chairman role.

President & CEO of Titan Mining Corporation, appointed President 26 Sep 2024. 18+ years in mining across North/South America, Australia, Europe and Africa; law degrees from Oxford and Sheffield; CFA ESG credential; UBC mining-engineering certification.

Chairman of the Board of Freeport-McMoRan Inc., having previously served as the company's CEO before Kathleen Quirk's 2024 appointment.

President, Chief Executive Officer, Director and founder of Uranium Energy Corp since January 2005; also founder and Co-Chairman (since 2023) of GoldMining Inc. Under his leadership UEC has grown into the largest diversified North America-focused uranium company, with fully permitted ISR projects in Texas and Wyoming (three operational processing plants) and high-grade conventional projects in Canada. Also founder of Uranium Royalty Corp. (Chairman since 2019). Holds a B.Sc. from the University of British Columbia; named to Fortune's 40 Under 40.

A Director of Ultra Lithium Inc. (TSXV: ULT). BA (Hons), J.D. A corporate lawyer who currently works for an international law firm in Beijing, experienced in cross-border transactions in the resources sector, particularly small and mid-cap mining transactions into Africa and Asia. Received his Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Political Science from the University of Alberta and his Juris Doctor from Osgoode Hall, and is called to the bar in Ontario. Source: ultralithium.com/about/directors/.

Non-Executive Director of AuMEGA Metals Ltd. Former CEO and Managing Director of Beadell Resources Ltd (ASX:BDR), acquired by Great Panther Mining Limited, completed March 2019.

Founder, President and CEO of Revival Gold Inc. Co-founded Carbon Arc Capital Investments; previously EVP Strategic Development at Kinross Gold, with earlier senior roles at Placer Dome and Deutsche Bank's Global Metals & Mining Group. Mining engineering degree from Queen's University; MBA from UBC/London Business School.

Chief Financial Officer of Galleon Gold Corp. Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA) with 17 years of audit and public-market experience; worked as consulting accountant for Galleon Gold (formerly Pure Nickel) from March 2017 until her appointment as CFO; Bachelor of Administrative Studies (Honours), York University.

Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of EMC Gold Corporation since 6 July 2026; also a director of Emerita Resources Corp. 35+ years of experience across mine development, operations, project delivery, and stakeholder engagement in Europe and the Americas; Spain-based and fluent in Spanish, with a track record across Spanish mining operations including Saloro, Kinbauri España, MATSA, and Tungsten San Juan, focused on advancing the Salave Gold Project in northern Spain.

Non-Executive Chairman of Dalaroo Metals Limited (ASX: DAL, promoted from Non-Executive Director effective 3 Aug 2026; NED since 28 Jun 2024). Investor with a 15-year track record of strategic investments in ASX-listed companies and private ventures across resources, technology and life sciences. MBBS. Source: kalkinemedia.com; marketscreener.com Dalaroo Metals Directorate Changes.

Non-Executive Director of Dalaroo Metals Limited (ASX: DAL, since 29 Apr 2026). B.Eng and B.Project Management; strong background in project appraisal, asset management, data analysis and risk modelling across mining, infrastructure and other sectors. Source: abnnewswire.net; kalkinemedia.com Dalaroo Metals board-appointment coverage.

Chair of the Board of Lode Gold Resources Inc. CPA. Current CFO of New Found Gold with 20+ years in finance and accounting. Former EVP and CFO of Mandalay Resources (merged with Alkane, Q2 2025); previously interim CEO of Nova Royalty and CFO of Jaguar Mining, with seven years at Barrick Gold in senior finance roles.

Chief Operating Officer of Gold Reserve Ltd., effective 8 Jan 2026. Over 10 years' experience in investment banking, capital markets and private equity across North American and Asian markets, including transaction origination/execution, operational oversight and portfolio management.

A Director of Nevada Sunrise Metals Corp. and a member of its Audit Committee. M.Sc., P.Geo. President and Principal Geological Consultant of SKAN Consulting Inc. in West Vancouver, BC, with over 40 years of mineral exploration and management experience in Canada, the U.S. and South America. Since 2001 has consulted for major and junior exploration companies, designing programs from grassroots through feasibility studies. Previously worked for Saskatchewan Mining and Development Corporation (a Cameco predecessor) and PNC. Directed UEX Corporation from 2004 until its 2022 acquisition by Uranium Energy Corp., and currently serves as a director of Atha Energy Corp. Source: nevadasunrise.ca/corporate/directors-management/.

Chief Financial Officer of San Lorenzo Gold Corp. Chartered Professional Accountant with over 15 years' experience as CFO for public and private resource companies.

Director of Manhattan Uranium Discovery Corp's board; also President, Chief Executive Officer & Director of District Metals Corp.

President, CEO and Director of Erdene Resource Development Corporation, re-elected at the 28 May 2026 AGM (99.61% for) and designated President/CEO by the board following the meeting.

Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary of K2 Gold Corporation. CPA, CA; 20+ years of financial leadership across mining, energy and technology; previously CFO of Kore Mining and Hive Blockchain, with $200M+ in financings executed.

Senior Geologist of Kodiak Copper Corp. (M.Sc., P.Geo.) Resource-industry experience since 2016 in Turkey and Canada, spanning all phases of mineral exploration from greenfield fieldwork to advanced-stage geological modeling.

President and Chief Executive Officer of Agnico Eagle Mines Limited since 23 Feb 2022. Previously President from Apr 2015, and Senior VP & CFO from Sep 2010 to Jun 2012. Between his two Agnico stints, served as Chief Financial Officer of Barrick Gold Corporation (Jul 2012-Feb 2015, also Executive Vice President and, from Jul 2014, Senior Executive Vice President); before that spent ~11 years at Barrick in increasingly senior finance roles, including Senior Vice President of Finance and Executive Director & CFO of Barrick South America.

Financial Controller of Unico Silver Limited. Registered accountant with the Association of Accountants of Catamarca, Argentina, based there. Over 15 years' experience in taxation, advanced accounting and auditing.

Independent Non-Executive Chair of Franco-Nevada Corporation since the 12 May 2026 AGM, succeeding David Harquail (who became Chair Emeritus); previously Franco-Nevada's Lead Independent Director. Former Chief Executive Officer of Rio Tinto plc and of Vedanta Resources plc.

Project Manager of Sun Peak Metals Corp. Geologist with 10 years' exploration experience across British Columbia, Ethiopia and Nevada, specializing in grassroots and advanced-stage programs across epithermal, porphyry, orogenic gold and VMS settings.

Project Director of Cornish Metals plc. 20+ years' global experience leading complex mining and infrastructure projects, including roles at Eldorado Gold and First Majestic Silver. MBA, University of Phoenix; Civil Engineering degree, Universidad Iberoamericana.

Director, President and Chief Executive Officer of Kestrel Gold Inc. since April 13, 2026, succeeding Pat Lynch. A veteran of capital markets and the mining sector with over 25 years' experience including a background with Canadian stock exchanges and Canadian banking.

Manager of Lithium Operations and Director of Lithium Chile Inc., appointed 2019. Chemical Engineer with extensive international mining and commercial management background across Argentina and Chile; recognized pioneer in lithium brine exploration, development and production in South America with 20+ years of lithium brine experience.

Exploration Manager of Cobra Resources plc (LSE: COBR). Exploration geologist with 17+ years' experience in South Australia and the Northern Territory across orogenic gold, epithermal silver, porphyry copper-gold and skarn systems. Source: cobraplc.com/about/.

30+ years of corporate/operational experience with 15+ years in mining finance. Career includes Corporate Controller at Helix Technologies (2019-2020), VP of Finance & Controller at Pershing Gold Corporation (2012-2019), Corporate Controller at Sunshine Silver Mines Corporation (2011-2012), Corporate Controller at Golden Minerals Company (2007-2010), and earlier work at Hein & Associates and KPMG serving mining/energy clients. Holds a B.S. in Business Administration from SUNY Buffalo and is a licensed CPA.

President, Chief Executive Officer and Director of Newcore Gold Ltd. Extensive West Africa resource-sector experience; career began at BMO Nesbitt Burns Toronto, then equity trading at TD/National Bank London, senior partner at GMP Securities London from 2008, and founded Park Road Capital in 2018.

Chief Operating Officer of Goldgroup Mining Inc. Chief Operating Officer of IMPACT Silver Corp. A Mexican-registered mining engineer (P. Eng. Mexico) with 40 years of experience in mining and metallurgical design with multiple companies, including COO of Dia Bras in Mexico and Peru (Sierra Metals Inc.), COO of Core Gold Inc. and COO of Impact Silver. Also a consultant and advisor to Apian Capital and numerous mining projects. Received his B. Eng. in Mining Engineering cum laude from Universidad de Guanajuato, Mexico in 1978 and qualified in Business Administration from Universidad de Monterrey in 1984. Together with a core team of engineers and geologists he has built and operated over 10 mines in Mexico.

CEO & Director of Metallis Resources Inc. (TSXV: MTS). Marketing professional with a 25-year record of achievement in the private sector. First joined the company in 2010 engaged in corporate development; in 2011 managed its Italian subsidiary and was the corporate contact on all Italian matters; joined the board in February 2012, where he played a key role in commencing the restructuring of the company; appointed President & CEO in July 2013. As CEO has been pivotal in the reorganisation of the company's business, including reducing overheads and creating new strategic plans that included the acquisition of the Kirkham and Mt Dunn properties. Source: metallisresources.com/corporate/.

Administrator of Global Uranium Niger, Global Atomic Corporation's Nigerien operating entity. Educated as a Geological Engineer and in related studies in Niger, Senegal and France; joined Global Uranium Corporation in 2007 as Exploration Manager and has been engaged with Global Atomic Corporation since 2013. Prior experience in Niger's private sector includes Chief Geologist at Golden Star Resources, St. Jude Resources and Proma-Minerals, and Senior Geologist for Barrick Gold Exploration's Tialkam gold research project. In Niger's public sector he held several key positions at the Ministry of Mines and Energy, including Project Director, Director of Geological and Mining Research, and Inspector of Services.

Advisor to New Age Metals Inc. (TSXV: NAM). M.Sc., P.Geo., MBA; senior geologist who graduated in geology in 1991 and completed an M.Sc. in Petrology in 1995, then an MBA at Queen's University in 2010. Has managed uranium, gold and base metal projects for various exploration companies; member of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia. Source: newagemetals.com/corporate/.

Managing Director of Andean Silver Limited, appointed 1 July 2026 after serving as the company's Chief Executive Officer from February 2026. An FCPA with more than 25 years' experience in the resources finance sector across a range of commodities, with significant experience in debt and equity funding solutions for resources development, project development, operations, M&A and the operation and management of listed public companies. Previously CFO of Global Lithium Resources and Hastings Technology Metals, and Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Otto Energy Limited from 2014 to 2020.

President, Chief Executive Officer and a Director of StrikePoint Gold Inc. (TSXV: SKP). Over 20 years of multifaceted work experience in the mineral exploration and development business, from grassroots through advancing projects to feasibility studies, construction and operations, across a variety of geological systems and jurisdictions. Brings capital markets strength, having raised significant amounts of capital to advance projects. Most notably was President, CEO and Director of Northern Empire Resources, where he was responsible for identifying, acquiring and advancing the Sterling Project in the Beatty district of southwest Nevada; Northern Empire was sold to Coeur Mining at the all-time high of the share price. More recently was President of Elevation Gold Mining Corporation, Arizona's largest precious metals producer. A Professional Geologist and a QP under the definitions of NI 43-101. Sources: strikepointgold.com/management/ and /directors/.

Chairwoman of the Board of Canstar Resources Inc. (TSXV: ROX) and a Director of Laramide Resources Ltd. (TSX: LAM). CFA, PhD, P.Geo., FCIM. More than 20 years of Canadian and international experience at major institutions in the fields of mineral economics, financial analysis, investment management and investor relations. Former VP Investor Relations at the Augusta Group of Companies, Dominion Diamond Corp. and Hudbay Minerals Inc., and a former VP and Research Analyst at BMO. Past Chair of CIM's Management and Economics Society. Holds a PhD in Mineral Economics from McGill University. Source: canstarresources.com/corporate/management-directors/.

Director of Bravada Gold Corporation. Disclosed insider/owner of Faraday Copper Corp. (FDY) per SEC insider-transaction (Form 3/4/5) filings.

Country Manager, Saudi Arabia, of Sun Peak Metals Corp. Over 13 years' experience providing support in finance, HR management, logistics and government compliance operations.

Director of GoldQuest Mining Corp., appointed 26 Feb 2026. Metals & Mining Portfolio Manager at Equinox Partners; previously senior analyst at Tocqueville Asset Management. MBA, Ivey School of Business; CFA.

President, CEO and Director of Wealth Minerals Ltd. since 2005 (founder). Directly responsible for raising over $200 million for resource companies over the last 10 years. Founded Pacific Rim in 1991 and Cardero Resource Corp. in 1999; portfolio includes successful spinouts such as International Tower Hill Mines and Trevali Mining.

President, COO and Director of Nuvau Minerals Inc. 25+ years in mining leadership covering construction through production phases. Most recently COO at Premier Gold Mines Ltd.; previously Country Manager for Canada at Pan American Silver, VP of Operations at Tahoe Resources and Lake Shore Gold, and management positions with FNX Mining in Sudbury (Podolsky Mine construction, Levack Mine reopening). BSc Mining Engineering, University of the Witwatersrand.

President, Mexican Operations at Minera Alamos Inc. Mining engineer with 35 years of experience in academia, government and mining in Mexico, overseeing operations and mine planning. MEng.

Vice President Corporate Relations and Country Manager of Outcrop Silver & Gold Corporation; also VP & Country Manager of Copper Giant Resources Corp. A social leader with over 20 years of experience in Corporate Social Responsibility, stakeholder management and corporate communications, with a strong history of working closely with communities during the exploration and development stages of mining projects, even in challenging environments. Most recently served as Sustainability Manager for Outcrop Silver & Gold, Libero Copper and Minesa, where she played a key role in building strong relationships with local communities and ensuring projects were carried out responsibly and sustainably. Her dedication to social leadership was honoured in 2024 when she was named one of Colombia's most influential women.

General Counsel of Sinda Ltd. Over 30 years as a transactional lawyer in M&A, private equity, structured finance, capital markets and restructuring, including Mexican-issuer IPOs.

Project Manager at Altamira Gold Corp., serving Alta Floresta Mineração. Brazilian geologist specializing in mineral exploration and mining.

Chief Executive Officer of Fresnillo plc since 15 Aug 2012. Joined the Peñoles Group (Fresnillo's majority parent) in Aug 1988, holding a series of senior operational and financial roles -- Treasurer, Head of Investor Relations (London), Head of Procurement of Concentrates, General Manager of the Madero mine, and EVP Exploration, Engineering and Construction -- before becoming Fresnillo's CEO.

Non-Executive Director of Bluebird Mining Ventures Ltd and Chair of its Audit Committee.

Company Secretary & Chief Financial Officer of Hawthorn Resources Limited (ASX: HAW; CFO since Apr 2008, Company Secretary since 1 Apr 2024). Previously headed the small-business division at an accounting practice (8 years); background spans mining, financial services, childcare and hospitality across multiple ASX-listed company appointments. Source: hawthornresources.com/board/.

Interim Chief Executive Officer and Chief Geologist of Los Andes Copper Ltd., appointed interim CEO effective February 19, 2026 following Santiago Montt's resignation to become Chile's Minister of Mines. A Chartered Geologist with 32 years of experience across Asia, Africa and South America, and a Qualified Person under NI 43-101. Has managed exploration projects and founded a geological consulting firm in Chile specializing in project evaluation and technical reports.

Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary of Silver One Resources Inc.; also Chief Financial Officer of Amerigo Resources Ltd. (CPA, CA) Over 15 years of mining industry experience, having served as CFO/Controller of several public mining companies. Audit and assurance experience at PricewaterhouseCoopers. BA, University of British Columbia; Diploma in Accounting, UBC Sauder School of Business.

Mining industry professional with over 25 years of experience in executive leadership roles, corporate finance and mergers & acquisitions. Appointed to Star Diamond's board 14 May 2026 (listed as 'J.C. St-Amore' on the company's own directors page).

Executive Chairman of KEFI Gold and Copper Plc.

Operations Director of Silver Mountain Resources Inc. (TSX: AGMR).

Chief Geologist of Gunnison Copper Corp. Exploration and resource geologist specializing in copper systems; previously with Agnico Eagle Mines, Goldcorp and Silver Standard Resources.

Director of Minsud Resources Corp. 25+ years' experience as a director and senior officer of private and public companies; two decades' mining experience across South America, North America and Africa. Certified Public Accountant and Chartered Accountant.

President, Chief Executive Officer and Director of Ximen Mining Corp., a British Columbia-focused precious-metal explorer; also Chief Executive Officer & Director of Alliance Mining Corp.

Director of Pacific Booker Minerals Inc. (full name Gregory R. Anderson / Gregory Rae Anderson). A lifetime of business, corporate finance, investment, marketing and brokerage experience; has managed investor relations and funding for the company since 1997. Previously served as the company's Chief Executive Officer, President and Executive Director.

An Independent Director of Orestone Mining Corp. (TSXV: ORS) and Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Guanajuato Silver Company Ltd. BFA. For six years has worked as Chairman and CEO of Guanajuato Silver, helping create a producing silver and gold mining company with four mines and three production facilities in Mexico. His career began in the financial services industry with 19 years as a retail broker, investment banker and manager with Canadian investment firms including First Canada Capital Ltd., Research Capital Corp. and Majendie Securities Ltd., where he was instrumental in financing numerous small-cap public companies in the mining sector. Formerly Chief Executive Officer of NuLegacy Gold Corp. Source: orestone.ca/corporate/directors/.

Chairman of the Board of Directors of WildSky Resources Inc.; also Interim Chief Executive Officer, Chairman of the Board & Director of Triumph Gold Corp. and a director of Metals Creek Resources Corp. Specialises in turnaround assets in the capital markets; also a director of other public issuers, including New Found Gold, First Vanadium Corp., Parallel Mining Corp. and Phenom Resources Inc. President of Purplefish Capital Management Ltd. 25 years' capital-markets experience across TSX, TSXV, NASDAQ, NYSE, Swiss Exchange, and London AIM.

Chief Financial Officer and Joint Company Secretary of Kantra Copper Limited (formerly Hillgrove Resources Limited), appointed 2025-06-02.

Chief Financial Officer of Giga Metals Corporation (TSXV: GIGA) and of First Andes Silver Ltd. Completed a Bachelor of Commerce and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Public Accountancy at McGill University, earned CPA, CA accreditation in 2008, and provides accounting and CFO services to junior natural resource companies. Sources: gigametals.com/about/our-team/ and First Andes Silver's own disclosure.

Chief Financial Officer of Paradigm Gold Corporation (TSXV: PDQ), re-appointed by the board following the annual general meeting of 23 June 2026.

Managing Director and CEO of Golden Horse Minerals Limited. Chemical engineer with a track record building/scaling mining and mining-services businesses; capital markets and M&A expertise plus gold production experience; former board member of Kin Mining (ASX: KIN).

Chairman of Cornish Metals plc.

President, Chief Executive Officer and a Director of Abacus Mining and Exploration Corporation (TSXV: AME). P.Geo. A professional geologist with 35+ years of domestic and international mineral exploration experience across major and junior companies, mainly through his own consultancy, involved in numerous technical programs for copper, VMS and gold including PEA and feasibility studies, and experienced in M&A evaluations, capital funding and market strategies for junior companies. From 2006 to 2013 he managed Riverstone Resources with Michael McInnis, which discovered and developed the +5.0 Moz Karma gold deposit in Burkina Faso prior to its merger with the company that became True Gold, in turn acquired by Endeavour Mining as the Karma mine was entering production. Involved with Abacus since 2016, becoming President and COO in 2017 and President and CEO in 2021. Source: amemining.com/company/board-of-directors/.

Vice President of Projects at Heliostar Metals Ltd. Joined September 2020. 19 years' exploration, development and production geology experience including 17 years at Newmont Gold; MSc Finance, MSc Geology, BSc Geology.

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) with broad public-company financial-management experience across Canadian and US markets; more than ten years working in financial management of public companies.

CFO of Namibia Critical Metals Inc., returned to the role after a prior tenure (2012-2017). CPA-CA. 30 years' experience with public and private companies; previously CFO at NowVertical Group and held senior roles at Ernst & Young and Nova Scotia Power.

Mining engineer with 30+ years of international experience; joined Artemis as CEO in June 2025 after having served as a non-executive director since 2023.

VP Exploration of Koryx Copper S.A. Professional geologist with more than 30 years of experience in Africa and the Middle East. Formerly with Gold Fields, BHP Billiton and Osino Resources, where he was instrumental in the Twin Hills gold discovery.

Vice President of Exploration and Director of RT Minerals Corp, formerly the company's President and Chief Executive Officer.

Director of Carlton Precious Inc. Extensive experience in the mining industry focused on managing environmental and sustainability issues relating to mine permitting in Australia and Latin America. Currently Vice President, Environment for Pan American Silver Corp., based in Sydney, and a former Aquiline Resources Inc. team member prior to that company's acquisition. A Chemical Engineer with a Master's Degree in Environmental Management from the University of New South Wales. Source: carltonprecious.com/team/.