DENVER, CO / ACCESSWIRE / December 12, 2017 / Denver Gold Group (DGG) announces the appointment of John H. Hill as Chair of the organization, succeeding Karli S. Anderson. Sara C. Heston has also been appointed a director of the group.
Mr. Hill has been a member of the Denver Gold Group Board of Directors since 2015. He is an industry professional, with prior positions at Cambrian Capital, Citigroup, and several mining companies.
"I am pleased to accept this appointment, as the Denver Gold Group builds on nearly thirty years of excellence and looks to the future," commented incoming Chair Hill. "By virtue of its global membership, the DGG is dedicated to showcasing leading exploration, development, and production companies at the forefront of mining technology and responsible practice, while helping institutional investors navigate complex and dynamically changing precious metals markets."
Outgoing Chair Anderson has completed two consecutive terms on the Board of Directors. She is the Vice President of Investor Relations for Royal Gold, Inc., one of the world's leading precious metals streaming and royalty companies.
"It's been an honor to serve as Chair over the last six years as the Denver Gold Group expanded its reach to generalist investors, advocated on behalf of its members, and invested in new technology to demonstrate that valuable investor and management time spent at our events has specific, measurable outcomes," commented Ms. Anderson.
"As the capital markets evolve, DGG is uniquely positioned to serve its members with the only independent, non-profit event platform in the industry," she added.
Ms. Heston is Vice President of Investments at ASA Gold and Precious Metals Limited. "I am excited to be joining such an outstanding organization. I look forward to bringing my experience as a precious metals investor to the Board as we continue to support and promote precious metals miners in a broader capital market context," said Ms. Heston.
Tim Wood, Executive Director of DGG, thanked Ms. Anderson for her contributions to the Board, and stewardship of the organization during her tenure.
"Karli has been instrumental in driving and supporting DGG's reorganization, institutionalizing internal processes, and helping place the group on a firm footing to serve the precious metals industry in years to come," commented Wood, adding, "We look forward to John and Sara's contributions, thanks to their extensive industry experience and capital markets networks."
The Board of Directors for the Denver Gold Group comprises:
- John Hill, Independent Director (Chair, Compensation Committee).
- Timothy Wood, Inside Director (Executive Director, Nominating; Finance; Risk Committees)
The Denver Gold Group Inc.
- Stewart Bailey, Independent Director (Compensation Committee)
AngloGold Ashanti Ltd.
- Brian Christie, Independent Director (Nominating; Compensation Committees)
Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd.
- Sara Heston, Independent Director (Finance Committee)
ASA Gold and Precious Metals Ltd.
- Lisa Maestas, Independent Director (Nominating; Risk Committees)
Alacer Gold Corp.
- Stephanie Parnell, Independent Director (Treasurer; Finance Committee)
Hanson & Co.
- Onno Rutten, Independent Director (Finance Committee)
Mackenzie Financial Corp.
- Chad Williams, Independent Director (Risk Committee)
Red Cloud Klondike Strike Inc.
About the Denver Gold Group
The Denver Gold Group, Inc (DGG) is a capital formation organization that has supported public and private gold and silver mining companies for nearly three decades. The Denver based not-for-profit association is owned by its members who control most of the world's precious metal output and mineral assets.
As the only independent and not-for-profit investment platform, Denver Gold Group is dedicated to the exclusive support of equity precious metals through all investment cycles.
Contacts:
Denver Gold Group
Tim Wood, 303-825-3309
[email protected]
www.denvergold.org
SOURCE: Denver Gold Group