Guardian Metal Resources PLC (LON: GMET) has appointed Michael X. Schlumpberger, PE MBA, as a Non-Executive Director, subject to completion of AIM due diligence.
Schlumpberger brings over 40 years of mining and executive experience, including two decades with PotashCorp, and previously served as Chief Executive Officer of American Pacific Borates, where he oversaw the company’s growth from a A$20 million to A$900 million market capitalisation.
He currently serves as President of Schlumpberger Inc. and as a Director at Rapid Critical Metals.
Schlumpberger succeeds Mick Billing, who is retiring after four years on the Board.
Executive Chairman J.T. Starzecki said Schlumpberger’s appointment strengthens the company’s leadership team as Guardian advances its Pilot Mountain and Tempiute projects, aiming to position them as cornerstones of U.S. tungsten supply.
J.T. Starzecki, Executive Chairman of Guardian Metal, commented:
“It brings me great pleasure to welcome Michael to the Board. Michael’s record of achievements in his almost 40 years in the industry speaks to his distinguished skillset in mining operations, development and management, and will be particularly well-suited to guide Guardian Metal as it advances Pilot Mountain and Tempiute through to development, to ultimately become the cornerstone of U.S. tungsten supply. I look forward to working closely with him as we transform Guardian Metal into the leading producer of American-made tungsten.
“On behalf of the Board, I would like to sincerely thank Mick for his commitment and service to Guardian Metal, during which the Company established itself as a critical component in U.S. efforts to strengthen defence supply chain resilience. He has been instrumental in the rapid advancement of the Company’s offering and focus to date, and we wish him all the best for his retirement.”
