RE: Broker changes24 Jan 2025 09:18
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Independent Non-Executive Director Appointment & Changes in Board and Committee Roles
Hochschild Mining PLC (the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Wray as an independent Non-Executive director with effect from the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting ("AGM") to be held on 12 June 2025.
Andrew has significant experience in the resource sector in senior corporate roles, both as an investor and as an advisor. Andrew was President and CEO of NYSE and TSX-listed Golden Star Resources from 2019 until its acquisition in 2022. Prior to this, he was Chief Executive Officer of La Mancha, a significant direct investor in the mining sector which saw him undertake Board roles with Golden Star Resources as well as Evolution Mining.
From 2010 to 2017 Andrew held various roles with Acacia Mining Plc, a UK listed FTSE250 company and one of the largest African gold producers, including Chief Financial Officer from 2013 to 2017.
Before joining Acacia, Andrew worked in investment banking with JPMorgan Cazenove between 2000 and 2010 where he advised a range of clients, including Hochschild, on various equity capital transactions.
Andrew is currently Non-Executive Chairman of Resolute Mining Limited, an African-focused gold mining company listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and the London Stock Exchange.