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Sunshine Management

The Sunshine Management Team is composed of senior mining and financial executives who have broad domestic and international experience in mineral exploration, development, and mining. They have extensive experience in the resource industry, and their specialized skills and knowledge enhance their ability to explore and develop the Sunshine Complex, as well as pursue other regional growth opportunities.

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Heather White

CEO

Seasoned mining engineer, developer, operator and executive, with 30 years of experience, including senior management roles at mining companies such as INCO Ltd, P.T INCO, Voisey’s Bay Nickel Company, Vale, NOVAGOLD Resources Inc. and Nickel Creek Platinum. Over her extensive career, she has worked in underground and open pit operations in Ontario, Indonesia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Alaska, British Columbia, Yukon and Idaho.

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Andre van Niekerk

CFO

Accomplished CFO with 20+ years mining industry experience in financial strategy, capital markets, corporate governance and operational excellence. Built and led finance teams for US (GAAP) and Canadian-listed (IFRS) companies. Proven track record of securing funding for mining projects, restructuring debt, and implementing robust internal control frameworks. Prior CFO roles at Gatos Silver Inc., Nevada Copper Inc., and Golden Star Resources

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Tom Henderson

General Manager

Mining engineer with over 40 years of experience in underground and open pit mining, including roles ranging from miner to COO, developing and operating mines in the US (Idaho, Nevada, and Alaska) and globally. Prior positions at Freeport's Grasberg Mine, Barrick's Goldstrike Mine, and Coeur Kensington Mine, and several mines in the Silver Valley, among others.

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Nick Furlin

Manager, Technical Services 

Experienced geologist and technical services manager. 20-years working in the Coeur d’Alene Mining District, 16- years working for Hecla Mining Co. at the Lucky Friday Mine in Mullan, Idaho. Nick helped to develop the revolutionary Underhand Closed Bench mining method. Nick has also worked at the Galena, Coeur and Greens Creek Mines.

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Sarah Frohlich

Controller

Experienced finance, accounting, supply chain, IT, risk management, and human resources professional. Sarah has worked for over 13 years at the Sunshine Mine and more than 12 years in banking and finance. Sarah  oversees all administrative and accounting departments. Prior to Sunshine, Sarah worked at the Crescent Silver Mine.

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Mike Irish

Manager, Process & Environment

Mike is an accomplished metallurgist and expert in refining and marketing, with a notable work history at the original Sunshine Mine & Refinery and with Essential Metals. He oversees Sunshine's metallurgy, mineral processing, refining, and environmental permitting and management. Mike is highly regarded for his expertise in building and refurbishing mills and refineries while minimizing environmental impacts. He specializes in zero-liquid-discharge refining operations.

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Brian Higdem

Manager, Maintenance

Experienced mechanical and electrical professional with 22-years of experience at Sunshine, upgrading the infrastructure, power grid, mechanical systems, and providing vast institutional knowledge. Brian handles all technical upgrades to the operating hoists, dewatering systems, refinery, water treatment plants, etc.

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Justin Wilbur

Superintendent, Mine Operations

Justin is a highly experienced mining professional specializing in underground, narrow-vein mining operations and shaft mines. He has worked at major mining sites across the western United States and Alaska, and has completed a multi-year assignment improving underground mining operations in Mexico. With over 25 years of experience in building underground mines, Justin brings a wealth of knowledge, a diverse skill set, and a strong focus on safety and training to Sunshine.

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