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).
Hein van Rensburg
Chief Accounting Officer
Chartered Accountant with over 25 years’ experience. Senior financial management roles within a range private and listed African resource companies, including as a CFO for the past 12 years.
Tom Cushman
CMO and Madagascar Country Manager
Founder Richfield Investor Services and of Allerton Cushman & Co; Vice President of the American Chamber of Commerce, Madagascar; considerable experience with mining project administration, marketing, and artisanal miners relations.
Ian Bryson
Exploration Manager
Geologist and Metallurgist with over 30 years’ experience in the mining industry, with a focus on Africa. Skilled in both Process Engineering and Geology.