Kalamazoo Resources appoints new CEO

Kalamazoo Resources (ASX:KZR) appointed Andrew McDougall as its new CEO, effective May 4.

McDougall brings over 25 years of global operational and technical leadership experience to the role, specifically within the gold and diversified mining sectors.

Prior to joining Kalamazoo, he served as the Chief Technical Officer at Westgold Resources (ASX:WGX) and held various senior leadership positions at major mining houses, including Anglo American, AngloGold Ashanti, and Rio Tinto (ASX:RIO).

His expertise spans asset strategy, capital allocation, project execution, and life-of-mine planning.

The appointment comes at a critical juncture for Kalamazoo as it advances its flagship 1.44Moz Ashburton Gold Project.

Executive Chairman Luke Reinehr noted that McDougall’s disciplined approach to feasibility and resource development is expected to bolster the quality and confidence of the company’s ongoing pre-feasibility study outcomes.

Beyond the Ashburton Project, McDougall will oversee the development of Kalamazoo’s gold-antimony projects in Victoria and its exploration assets in Western Australia.

McDougall expressed his commitment to transitioning the company toward revenue generation through safe and sustainable project execution.

He emphasised the importance of maintaining operational discipline as the company moves into advanced levels of study and seeks to create long-term value for its shareholders.

At the time of reporting, Kalamazoo Resources' share price was $0.18.