Altiplano Minerals (APN-V) July 17, '14 announces today the resignations of Brian Budd, as CEO and Director, and Peter Kleespies, as President, Director and Qualified Person, both of whom will continue in advisory roles. Effective immediately, John Williamson, the current Chairman of the Board, has assumed the roles of CEO, President and Qualified Person. In addition, the Company is pleased to announce the appointments of Mr. Ian McPherson and Mrs. Jo Price to the Board as new directors, subject to regulatory approval. “Altiplano has weathered an extended downturn in the junior resource markets, preserving its enviable share structure while maintaining core assets and continuing to evaluate new opportunities. On behalf of the Board and shareholders, I would like to thank Brian and Peter for their efforts to advance Altiplano over the past two years and wish them well as they refocus on other endeavors” said John Williamson. “I would also like to welcome our new directors, Ian and Jo, as the Board has undertaken a strategic review to determine a course of action to create value for Altiplano’s shareholders in the current marketplace.”
Ian McPherson, B.A. (Hons)
Director
A graduate of Queen’s University (1990), Mr. McPherson brings broad business acumen to the Board of Altiplano, having worked extensively in branding, strategic planning, marketing and advertising in both domestic and international markets across diverse industry categories. He has served the junior resource sector in recent years in financing, public relations and corporate development roles, most recently as the VP Communications for West Melville Metals Inc. and previously as the Director of Marketing for Aurora Mineral Resource Group and for The Discovery Group of Companies.
Jo Price M.Sc. Geology, P.Geol.
Director
Mrs. Price has a Bachelor of Science in Geology (1995) from the University of Wales, College of Cardiff, and a Master of Science in Geology (1997) from the Dalhousie University in Halifax. Mrs. Price is a professional geologist registered with the Associated of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA). She is also a member of the Society of Economic Geologists (SEG) and professional member of the American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG).
Mrs. Price is an independent geological consultant to a number of junior mining companies with more than 18 years in the field, including 9 years in project management. Her expertise ranges from project generation to advanced exploration projects. She has worked on multiple gold, poly-metallic, and graphite projects in the USA, Australia, and Canada. During her career, Mrs. Price has managed multi-million dollar exploration programs overseeing technical direction, budgets, and operations. She has extensive experience in field operations, drill programs, technical database administration, land management, and exploration permitting in multiple jurisdictions. |
