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Paul West-Sells
Dr. Paul West-Sells brings a wealth of experience from a distinguished career spanning over three decades in the mining industry. He previously held various technical and senior executive roles at Western Copper and Gold Corporation between 2006 and 2024, including Chief Operating Officer, Chief Executive Officer, and President. During his tenure, Dr. West-Sells led the advancement of the Casino Project through multiple feasibility studies, environmental assessment and permitting efforts, and extensive engagement of key governmental, strategic, and financial stakeholders. Earlier in his career, Dr. West-Sells worked with major mining companies such as BHP, Placer Dome, and Barrick in senior technical roles focused on Research & Development and Project Development and he currently sits on the boards of Chesapeake Gold Corp., Surge Copper Corp., and Cascadia Minerals Ltd. He holds a Ph.D. in Metallurgical Engineering from the University of British Columbia.
About Paul West-Sells
Dr. Paul West-Sells brings a wealth of experience from a distinguished career spanning over three decades in the mining industry. He previously held various technical and senior executive roles at Western Copper and Gold Corporation between 2006 and 2024, including Chief Operating Officer, Chief Executive Officer, and President. During his tenure, Dr. West-Sells led the advancement of the Casino Project through multiple feasibility studies, environmental assessment and permitting efforts, and extensive engagement of key governmental, strategic, and financial stakeholders. Earlier in his career, Dr. West-Sells worked with major mining companies such as BHP, Placer Dome, and Barrick in senior technical roles focused on Research & Development and Project Development and he currently sits on the boards of Chesapeake Gold Corp., Surge Copper Corp., and Cascadia Minerals Ltd. He holds a Ph.D. in Metallurgical Engineering from the University of British Columbia.