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ARIS MINING ANNOUNCES BOARD AND MANAGEMENT UPDATES
Prnewswire· 2026-01-22 22:00
Core Viewpoint - Aris Mining Corporation is undergoing a significant leadership transition with the retirement of Ian Telfer as Chair, and Neil Woodyer has been appointed as Chair and Chief Executive Officer, aiming to enhance execution and growth strategies [1][2][3]. Board Leadership Changes - Ian Telfer has retired from the Board of Directors after serving since February 2021, but will continue in an advisory role [2]. - The Board has approved a streamlined governance structure, combining the roles of Chair and CEO, supported by a strong Lead Independent Director [4][6]. Management Leadership Changes - Doug Bowlby has been promoted to President, supporting the CEO in corporate strategy and initiatives, while the Chief Operating Officer role has been eliminated [5]. - Neil Woodyer will lead operational and project execution directly, with Dustin VanDoorselaere and Cornelius Lourens reporting to him [6][8]. Operational and Growth Strategy - Aris Mining operates two underground gold mines in Colombia, targeting an annual production of approximately 1.0 million ounces of gold, with current production at 256,503 ounces in 2025 [10]. - The company has a development pipeline including the Toroparu gold project in Guyana and the Soto Norte project in Colombia, with studies underway to advance these projects [10].