H.H. Sheikh Maktoum Hasher Maktoum Juma Al Maktoum
Non Executive Director
Chairman of Mcearn Limited which owns 100% of Ewaah Enterprises Ltd (a significant shareholder of Avana); President, Al Fajer Group; Chairman of Dubai International Holdings; and non-executive board member of Commercial Bank of Dubai.
Sam Malin
Chief Executive Officer
Founder Avana Resources, Red Island Minerals, Madagascar Oil, Frigate Exploration & Avana Petroleum; B.Sc. Hons, Geological Engineering, Queen’s University, Canada & graduate studies, University of Cambridge, P.Eng.
Jimmy Kanakakis
Chief Operating Officer
30+ years of mining experience. Successfully prospected and proven reserves. Raised $300mn+ for mining projects at all stages of deployment. Relevant minerals and regional experience. Development of mines through to production. Formerly director and CEO of Energem Resources (TSX) and Energex director of First Africa Oil (AIM).
Ciaran Lawlor
Non Executive Director
Isle of Man based director provided by Quayside Services Limited, Avana’s Isle of Man corporate services provider
Fellow of the Institute Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, formerly director of Standard Bank’s Trust Company.