David Russell is a seasoned mining executive with a track record of leading companies through project development, mine construction and strategic transitions (M&A, turnarounds). He holds a B.Sc. in Mining Engineering from Montana Tech and currently serves as President & CEO of Galleon Gold Corp., where he leads the development of the West Cache Gold Project in Timmins, Ontario. Prior to this, he founded and led Apollo Gold where he acquired the Black Fox Mine bringing it into production. Mr. Russell has held senior roles at companies including Getchell Gold, LAC Minerals / Barrick, Hecla, and Independence Mining.