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Dakota Gold Announces Leadership Changes as It Advances Its Richmond Hill Gold Project
Lead, South Dakota--(Newsfile Corp. - July 29, 2026) - Dakota Gold Corp. (NYSE American: DC) ("Dakota Gold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce leadership
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Lead, South Dakota--(Newsfile Corp. - July 29, 2026) - Dakota Gold Corp. (NYSE American: DC) ("Dakota Gold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce leadership changes designed to support the Company's next phase of growth as it advances the Richmond Hill Gold Project ("Richmond Hill" or the "Project") through development and toward production. Dr. Robert Quartermain, C.M., will retire as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) on August 18, 2026, after serving in the role since November 2024. Dr. Quartermain will continue to provide leadership and strategic guidance as Co-Chair and Director of Dakota Gold's Board of Directors. Jack Henris, who joined Dakota Gold a year ago as President and Chief Operating Officer (COO), will assume the role of CEO upon Dr. Quartermain's retirement. "Since assuming the role of CEO in November 2024, Dakota Gold has achieved meaningful progress in advancing Richmond Hill to pre-feasibility stage and has secured the funding required to execute its planned programs through 2028. These were my two primary objectives when I assumed the role as CEO," commented Dr. Quartermain. "As Dakota Gold's largest shareholder, I remain highly supportive of Mr. Henris and the leadership team as they continue to advance Richmond Hill along its development path. I am excited about Dakota Gold's opportunities in the Homestake District, particularly at a time of strong gold prices and increasing investor awareness." Stephen O'Rourke, Co-Chair of Dakota Gold's Board of Directors, commented, "On behalf of the Board, we thank Dr. Quartermain for stepping into the CEO role and helping position Dakota Gold for its next stage of growth. Under his leadership, the Company strengthened its financial position, reporting $107 million in cash in its March 2026 financial statements, while he worked closely with Mr. Henris to build the team required to execute on our Richmond Hill development plans. We look forward to Dr. Quartermain's continued guidance and insight as Co-Chair and Director, as Mr. Henris and the leadership team advance the Company's strategy." "I am delighted to assume the role of CEO and to be supported by such a highly capable team at such an important and exciting time for Dakota Gold," said Jack Henris, President and COO. "Having started my career at the Homestake Mine in 1987, I have a deep appreciation for the district and the opportunity i...