JOSE JORGE VILLASEÑOR CABRAL

A highly accomplished mining executive with 50+ years of experience in operational management, project development, and strategic consulting across diverse mining operations in Mexico and internationally.  Expertise encompasses all aspects of mine development and operation, from exploration and permitting through production, social responsibility, and successful divestments. Proven ability to manage complex projects, negotiate with stakeholders, and deliver results within challenging operational and social environments.

Professional Experience

2021-Present: Operational Advisor, MGA Mining Contractor (Durango, Mexico); Advisor to multiple mining companies.
2016-Present: Entrepreneur, Mining Project (Pinos Zac, Mexico).
2013-2015: Consultant, Compañía Minera Autlán and Baramin S.A. de C.V. (Mexico).
2012: Advisor, Nyrstar N.V. (Farallon Mining Ltd. acquisition).
2004-2012: General Manager, Farallón Minera Mexicana S.A. de C.V. (subsidiary of Farallon Mining Ltd., Hunter-Dickinson Group).  Managed the Campo Morado mine ($200M investment, 2,500 tpd underground operation, flotation mill).  Successfully launched full operations within three months, mitigating potential social conflicts.
2000-2003: Consultant to various organizations, including Teck Cominco (San Nicolás project), National Gold (Mulatos project negotiations), and the Zacatecas and Sinaloa State governments (mining project analysis).  Successfully negotiated the $94M sale of the Minera de Nukay (Mezcala) project to Wheaton River (now Equinox Gold).
1995-2000:  Luismin S.A. de C.V.: Active participation in international mining forums (Conference Board of New York, International Council for Metals and the Environment); Board Member, Mining Chamber (Community Relations Committee);  Developed and presented sustainable development projects.
1998-2000: Luismin S.A. de C.V., Director of Operations: Managed three mining operations (196,000 oz Au equivalent production); oversaw three processing plants (700,000 tons combined grinding capacity); obtained SEMARNAT Clean Industry certification; and developed a community relations program based on sustainable development principles.  Successfully completed Due Diligence for potential mergers with international mining companies (Hecla Mining, Coeur d'Alene, Viceroy, Cambior).
1992-1998: Luismin S.A. de C.V., Development Director: Oversaw environmental, engineering, construction, and metallurgical departments; provided technical support for operational rationalization and modernization; represented Luismin on joint venture management committees (Cambior and Hecla); and managed the Metates (25M oz Au equivalent) and El Porvenir (600,000 oz Au equivalent) projects.
1988-1992: Operations Manager, Minera Mexicana de Avino S.A. de C.V.: Managed open-pit and underground mining operations (750-1500 tpd), flotation plant.
1986-1988: Independent Entrepreneur (Pinos Zac, Mexico).
1984-1986: General Manager, Minerales de Bolaños S.A. de C.V. (Jalisco, Mexico).
1979-1984: Director of Operations, Minera Real de Ángeles S.A. de C.V.: Successfully completed a $200M project (100M oz silver), achieving design capacity (14,000 tpd) within three months.
1968-1979:  Compañía Minera Autlán S.A. de C.V.: Progressed from Mine Shift Head to Unit Manager, overseeing manganese carbonate processing (300,000 tons/year).
1967-1968: Compañía Minera La Campaña S.A. de C.V. (Peñoles):  Mine and flotation mill supervision.