Benz Mining Corp (ASX:BNZ) has announced the promotion of Mark Lynch-Staunton to Chief Executive Officer, effective 25 November 2024. Lynch-Staunton, who previously served as Chief Development Officer, has been instrumental in advancing the company's strategic initiatives, including acquiring high-grade gold assets in Western Australia.
Benz Mining Corp's recent announcement of Mark Lynch-Staunton's promotion to CEO marks a pivotal moment in the company's growth strategy. Lynch-Staunton, who joined Benz in December 2023, has a strong background in exploration and mine-building, with previous senior roles at Barrick Gold Corporation. The company is committed to expanding its high-quality gold assets, particularly in Western Australia, with recent acquisitions such as the Glenburgh Gold Project and Mt Egerton Gold Project. Benz Mining aims to enhance its position as a leading gold explorer in premier mining jurisdictions, focusing on high-grade, high-margin assets. This leadership transition is expected to accelerate value creation and project development, furthering Benz Mining's ambitions in the global gold exploration market.
We are pleased to appoint Mark Lynch-Staunton as Chief Executive Officer of Benz Mining Corp. Mark has demonstrated exceptional leadership and vision in his role as Chief Development Officer, and his promotion is a natural progression as we enter a new phase of growth. His extensive experience in exploration and project management will be invaluable as we focus on our projects in Western Australia and Quebec.