Avanti Mining announces appointment of Bob Jacko

Avanti Mining reports on the appointment of Bob Jacko, as General Manager – Project Development effective June 15th, 2010.

Mr. Jacko has over 32 years of experience in the mining industry, most recently as Vice President and General Manager, Projects of Thompson Creek Metals which included the responsibility for engineering and construction of the Endako Mine expansion and oversight of two pre-feasibility projects. He is a professional engineer with operations, construction and planning experience in both open pit and underground operations in Canada and the United States. He has over 6 years experience working with First Nations and Alaskan Native groups.

Craig J. Nelsen, President and CEO of Avanti says:

“I am delighted to welcome someone of Bob’s caliber and experience to the Avanti management group. He and Ken Collison have worked together recently and should be an effective team to get Kitsault mine redeveloped on its current fast track schedule.”

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