Management
Wesley (Wes) C. Hanson
President and Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Hanson was formerly Vice President Mine Development for Western Goldfields, before the recent announcement of its business combination with New Gold Inc. and he previously held the position of Vice President, Technical Services for Kinross Gold Corporation. Mr. Hanson has held several senior positions in the mining industry throughout his 28 year career, where he has been directly involved in the engineering construction and commissioning of numerous mining projects in Canada, the US, Brazil, Chile and Russia. Mr. Hanson has a Bachelor of Science, Geology from Mount Allison University in Sackville, New Brunswick, Canada.
Gregory R. Rieveley
Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Rieveley is a finance executive with 12 years experience in the mining and retail industries. Previously he held the position of Vice President, Internal Audit and Business Development at Harry Winston Diamond Corporation (formerly Aber Diamond Corporation), and prior to that he was the Controller for Dundee Precious Metals a mid sized copper and gold producer.
Mr. Rieveley is a Chartered Accountant and has a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of British Columbia.
Paul G. Semple, P. Eng.
Chief Operating Officer
Mr. Semple's 28 year career in the mining industry has focused on feasibility studies, project development and operations of precious and base metals deposits. Much of his time was spent with Kilborn (later SNC-Lavalin) where he was involved in all aspects of global project development from initial studies through to construction and operations. During this time, Mr. Semple held various positions including Vice President and General Manager, SNC Lavalin Engineers and Constructors. Recently, Mr. Semple was Vice President of Projects for Western Goldfields Inc, and was responsible for the feasibility study and engineering/construction required to restart the Mesquite Mine. Mr. Semple holds a Bachelor of Applied Science from Queen's University and is a professional engineer.
Glenn Nolan
Vice President, Aboriginal Affairs
Glenn has advised a number of exploration and mining companies on Aboriginal engagement strategies and has provided information to Aboriginal communities on partnership development and opportunities related to resource development. He is committed to continuing the creation of greater dialogue between communities and the mineral industry.
Currently Mr. Nolan is the first Vice President of Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada where he sits on a number of committees.
Glenn was elected as Chief of the Missanabie Cree First Nation in 2001 and served for three consecutive terms, ending in August 2010.
Leanne Hall
Vice President, Human Resources
Leanne Hall has over 19 years of leadership experience in the human resources industry. In 1988, Leanne founded a human resources company, Woodland HR Inc., with the vision of contributing to the First Nation and Aboriginal communities of Northern Alberta by providing professional career development programs and services.
In addition to a degree from Wilfrid Laurier University, Leanne has completed a specialized program at the Society of Human Resource Management as well as a Career Development Program at Concordia University College. She possesses expert skills in demonstrating First Nation community partnerships, promoting engagement, and encouraging relationship building. She is also a member of the Noront Resources First Nations Advisory Board, and the Canadian Institute of Mining.