Senior mining executive with outstanding track record of successful mineral resource evaluation, discovery, project development and operations. As Managing Director of several Australian listed resource companies, he has considerable experience and high technical capability, particularly in international base and precious metals.

Broad executive experience in manufacturing and specialty chemicals. Has planned, built and operated high-value advanced materials projects throughout the USA, including lithium and boron. Most recently Chief Operating Officer at 5E Advanced Material and was previously Global Business Director of Performance Materials at Albemarle Corp.

Metallurgical Process Engineer with several decades of in-depth experience in operations, process development and engineering across a wide range of technologies and commodities. Recent experience in managing testwork and flowsheet development for the processing and refining of battery metals, including Lithium, Nickel, Cobalt and Manganese.

A recognized industry leader with 40 years developing and operating open pit and underground mines across a variety of commodities. Skilled in directing PEAs and feasibility studies, permitting and mine design, project optimization, infrastructure build, and all levels of operations from contract miner to Chief Operating Officer.