With over 37 years of extensive experience in the mining and metals industry, Mr. Richards is an accomplished mining executive with a proven track record in operational management, project development, construction, and corporate business development.

Mr. Richards has held several CEO roles and currently serves as a director on the boards of Nickel 28 Capital Corp., Goldshore Resources Inc. and Midnight Sun Mining. Throughout his career, Mr. Richards has demonstrated exceptional leadership in driving transformational change, leading mergers and acquisitions, and excelling in mine financing and development, particularly in West Africa.