Al Summers, 70, has more than 45 years experience in mine development and production in North and South America including over ten years as an executive with Hecla Mining Company. He was Vice President and General Manager for Minera Hecla de Mexico responsible for the design, construction, operation and reclamation of the La Choya open pit/heap leach gold mine. Mr. Summers also served as President and General Manager of Minera Hecla Venezolana initiating improvements to Hecla’s La Camorra operation which resulted in production increases from 85,000 to 250,000 ounces of gold per year.

Mr. Summers’ distinguished career includes the development, design, and operation of several successful mines for The Bunker Hill Company, Western Nuclear, and American Mine Services. He is registered as a Professional Geologist in Idaho and Professional Engineer in Colorado.