Meet The Team
About GoldHaven
GoldHaven Resources Corp. is a Canadian junior exploration company dedicated to acquiring and exploring highly prospective land packages in North America. Our flagship projects include Magno Project, a district-scale polymetallic property adjacent to the historic Cassiar mining district in British Columbia, and Three Guardsman Property, which exhibits significant potential for copper and gold-skarn mineralization. Through strategic exploration and development, GoldHaven aims to unlock substantial value for our shareholders and contribute to the sustainable growth of the mining sector. In addition, our team brings decades of industry expertise, leveraging innovative exploration techniques to unlock the potential of underexplored land packages.
Meet The Team
About GoldHaven
GoldHaven Resources Corp. is a Canadian junior exploration company dedicated to acquiring and exploring highly prospective land packages in North America. Our flagship projects include Magno Project, a district-scale polymetallic property adjacent to the historic Cassiar mining district in British Columbia, and Three Guardsman Property, which exhibits significant potential for copper and gold-skarn mineralization. Through strategic exploration and development, GoldHaven aims to unlock substantial value for our shareholders and contribute to the sustainable growth of the mining sector. In addition, our team brings decades of industry expertise, leveraging innovative exploration techniques to unlock the potential of underexplored land packages.
Meet The Team
About GoldHaven
GoldHaven Resources Corp. is a Canadian junior exploration company dedicated to acquiring and exploring highly prospective land packages in North America. Our flagship projects include Magno Project, a district-scale polymetallic property adjacent to the historic Cassiar mining district in British Columbia, and Three Guardsman Property, which exhibits significant potential for copper and gold-skarn mineralization. Through strategic exploration and development, GoldHaven aims to unlock substantial value for our shareholders and contribute to the sustainable growth of the mining sector. In addition, our team brings decades of industry expertise, leveraging innovative exploration techniques to unlock the potential of underexplored land packages.
Management Team
Management Team
Bonn Smith
Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Smith brings expertise in media, marketing, capital markets, and early ventures. A Sauder School graduate, he launched a music TV network reaching 22M U.S. households. Since 2021, he has served as Head of Corporate Development at GoldHaven, leveraging his background to drive innovation in modern markets and minerals industries.
Bonn Smith
Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Smith brings expertise in media, marketing, capital markets, and early ventures. A Sauder School graduate, he launched a music TV network reaching 22M U.S. households. Since 2021, he has served as Head of Corporate Development at GoldHaven, leveraging his background to drive innovation in modern markets and minerals industries.
Bonn Smith
Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Smith brings expertise in media, marketing, capital markets, and early ventures. A Sauder School graduate, he launched a music TV network reaching 22M U.S. households. Since 2021, he has served as Head of Corporate Development at GoldHaven, leveraging his background to drive innovation in modern markets and minerals industries.
Michael Stier
Director
Mr. Stier, educated in business management and finance, has 15 years of capital markets experience. Specializing in corporate finance, M&A, and IPOs, he has held senior advisory and executive roles. Consulting across industries, including mining and biotech, he now serves on the boards of SAGA Metals and Spark Energy Minerals.
Michael Stier
Director
Mr. Stier, educated in business management and finance, has 15 years of capital markets experience. Specializing in corporate finance, M&A, and IPOs, he has held senior advisory and executive roles. Consulting across industries, including mining and biotech, he now serves on the boards of SAGA Metals and Spark Energy Minerals.
Michael Stier
Director
Mr. Stier, educated in business management and finance, has 15 years of capital markets experience. Specializing in corporate finance, M&A, and IPOs, he has held senior advisory and executive roles. Consulting across industries, including mining and biotech, he now serves on the boards of SAGA Metals and Spark Energy Minerals.
Gerry Diakow
Director
Gerry Diakow has worked in the Cassiar region since 1973, beginning with Union Carbide’s tungsten exploration. He’s built expertise in mineral exploration and ties with the Kaska Nation, prioritizing sustainable development. His geological knowledge and commitment to community engagement make him a respected leader in regional mining.
Gerry Diakow
Director
Gerry Diakow has worked in the Cassiar region since 1973, beginning with Union Carbide’s tungsten exploration. He’s built expertise in mineral exploration and ties with the Kaska Nation, prioritizing sustainable development. His geological knowledge and commitment to community engagement make him a respected leader in regional mining.
Gerry Diakow
Director
Gerry Diakow has worked in the Cassiar region since 1973, beginning with Union Carbide’s tungsten exploration. He’s built expertise in mineral exploration and ties with the Kaska Nation, prioritizing sustainable development. His geological knowledge and commitment to community engagement make him a respected leader in regional mining.
Chris Cooper
Director
Mr. Cooper has 20+ years of experience in corporate development, senior management, finance, and operations. Holding a B.A. from Hofstra University and an M.B.A. from Dowling College, he has 17 years in oil, gas, and other industries. He’s raised capital, implemented growth strategies, and served as a director for multiple companies.
Chris Cooper
Director
Mr. Cooper has 20+ years of experience in corporate development, senior management, finance, and operations. Holding a B.A. from Hofstra University and an M.B.A. from Dowling College, he has 17 years in oil, gas, and other industries. He’s raised capital, implemented growth strategies, and served as a director for multiple companies.
Chris Cooper
Director
Mr. Cooper has 20+ years of experience in corporate development, senior management, finance, and operations. Holding a B.A. from Hofstra University and an M.B.A. from Dowling College, he has 17 years in oil, gas, and other industries. He’s raised capital, implemented growth strategies, and served as a director for multiple companies.
Gordon Ellis
Director
Mr. Ellis, a professional engineer and entrepreneur, brings over 50 years of mining and resource development experience. With senior roles in public companies and as a director of a multi-billion-dollar ETF fund, his expertise in finance, operations, and governance, supported by an MBA, has driven growth and industry innovation.
Gordon Ellis
Director
Mr. Ellis, a professional engineer and entrepreneur, brings over 50 years of mining and resource development experience. With senior roles in public companies and as a director of a multi-billion-dollar ETF fund, his expertise in finance, operations, and governance, supported by an MBA, has driven growth and industry innovation.
Gordon Ellis
Director
Mr. Ellis, a professional engineer and entrepreneur, brings over 50 years of mining and resource development experience. With senior roles in public companies and as a director of a multi-billion-dollar ETF fund, his expertise in finance, operations, and governance, supported by an MBA, has driven growth and industry innovation.
Technical Team
Technical Team
Dr. Gerald E. Ray
PhD
Professional Geoscientist
Co-author of Precious Metal Enriched Skarns in British Columbia (1989-93). Holds a B.Sc. in Geology from the University of Bristol and a Ph.D. from Leeds University. Member of the Association of Professional Geoscientists of BC. Extensive experience includes roles with government surveys and companies like Rio Tinto, Falconbridge, and Billiton Minerals.
Dr. Gerald E. Ray
PhD
Professional Geoscientist
Co-author of Precious Metal Enriched Skarns in British Columbia (1989-93). Holds a B.Sc. in Geology from the University of Bristol and a Ph.D. from Leeds University. Member of the Association of Professional Geoscientists of BC. Extensive experience includes roles with government surveys and companies like Rio Tinto, Falconbridge, and Billiton Minerals.
Dr. Gerald E. Ray
PhD
Professional Geoscientist
Co-author of Precious Metal Enriched Skarns in British Columbia (1989-93). Holds a B.Sc. in Geology from the University of Bristol and a Ph.D. from Leeds University. Member of the Association of Professional Geoscientists of BC. Extensive experience includes roles with government surveys and companies like Rio Tinto, Falconbridge, and Billiton Minerals.
Stephen Cook
MSc
Professional Geoscientist
Experienced Exploration Geochemist with 35+ years specializing in glaciated regions and geochemical surveys, including lake sediment, stream sediment, till, soil, and water analysis for Ni-Cu-PGE, VMS, and porphyry Cu-Au deposits. Former President of the Association of Applied Geochemists and held senior roles at Teck Resources and Anglo American.
Stephen Cook
MSc
Professional Geoscientist
Experienced Exploration Geochemist with 35+ years specializing in glaciated regions and geochemical surveys, including lake sediment, stream sediment, till, soil, and water analysis for Ni-Cu-PGE, VMS, and porphyry Cu-Au deposits. Former President of the Association of Applied Geochemists and held senior roles at Teck Resources and Anglo American.
Stephen Cook
MSc
Professional Geoscientist
Experienced Exploration Geochemist with 35+ years specializing in glaciated regions and geochemical surveys, including lake sediment, stream sediment, till, soil, and water analysis for Ni-Cu-PGE, VMS, and porphyry Cu-Au deposits. Former President of the Association of Applied Geochemists and held senior roles at Teck Resources and Anglo American.
Robert J. Johnston
BSc
Professional Geoscientist
Robert holds a B.Sc. in Geological Science from the University of Saskatchewan and is a member of Engineers and Geoscientists BC. With 40+ years of exploration experience across regions like BC, Yukon, and Mexico, he has held roles with BHP Exploration, Radius Exploration, and Eastfield Resources, specializing in gold and copper.
Robert J. Johnston
BSc
Professional Geoscientist
Robert holds a B.Sc. in Geological Science from the University of Saskatchewan and is a member of Engineers and Geoscientists BC. With 40+ years of exploration experience across regions like BC, Yukon, and Mexico, he has held roles with BHP Exploration, Radius Exploration, and Eastfield Resources, specializing in gold and copper.
Robert J. Johnston
BSc
Professional Geoscientist
Robert holds a B.Sc. in Geological Science from the University of Saskatchewan and is a member of Engineers and Geoscientists BC. With 40+ years of exploration experience across regions like BC, Yukon, and Mexico, he has held roles with BHP Exploration, Radius Exploration, and Eastfield Resources, specializing in gold and copper.
Michael Garagan
Geologist
Mr. Garagan, with a B.Sc. in Geology, has 15 years of exploration experience worldwide, including Africa, Asia, and the Americas. His extensive expertise spans deposit styles such as gold, base metals, uranium, and lithium. Notable projects include Otjikoto in Namibia, Colomac in NWT, Neita in the Dominican Republic, and Lalor Mine in Manitoba.
Michael Garagan
Geologist
Mr. Garagan, with a B.Sc. in Geology, has 15 years of exploration experience worldwide, including Africa, Asia, and the Americas. His extensive expertise spans deposit styles such as gold, base metals, uranium, and lithium. Notable projects include Otjikoto in Namibia, Colomac in NWT, Neita in the Dominican Republic, and Lalor Mine in Manitoba.
Michael Garagan
Geologist
Mr. Garagan, with a B.Sc. in Geology, has 15 years of exploration experience worldwide, including Africa, Asia, and the Americas. His extensive expertise spans deposit styles such as gold, base metals, uranium, and lithium. Notable projects include Otjikoto in Namibia, Colomac in NWT, Neita in the Dominican Republic, and Lalor Mine in Manitoba.
Advisory Board
Advisory Board
Arvin Mazhary
MSc, P. Eng.
Arvin Mazhary, a Senior Metallurgist, specializes in geometallurgy, mineral processing, ore sorting, and data analysis. With a Master’s in Mining Engineering (UBC) and Chemical Engineering (McMaster), he has led metallurgical programs and consulted for Teck/Newmont, Hudbay, and others. He is pursuing his P.Eng. designation.
Arvin Mazhary
MSc, P. Eng.
Arvin Mazhary, a Senior Metallurgist, specializes in geometallurgy, mineral processing, ore sorting, and data analysis. With a Master’s in Mining Engineering (UBC) and Chemical Engineering (McMaster), he has led metallurgical programs and consulted for Teck/Newmont, Hudbay, and others. He is pursuing his P.Eng. designation.
Arvin Mazhary
MSc, P. Eng.
Arvin Mazhary, a Senior Metallurgist, specializes in geometallurgy, mineral processing, ore sorting, and data analysis. With a Master’s in Mining Engineering (UBC) and Chemical Engineering (McMaster), he has led metallurgical programs and consulted for Teck/Newmont, Hudbay, and others. He is pursuing his P.Eng. designation.
Stacy Freudigmann
P. Eng, BSc MET, M.CIM, F.AusIMM
Mr. Stacy Freudigmann, Managing Director and Founder of Canenco, is a metallurgical engineer with 29 years in mining. He specializes in managing PEAs, feasibility studies, and metallurgical issues. His experience includes Lundin Mining, Sabina Gold & Silver, and Placer Dome, delivering expertise.
Stacy Freudigmann
P. Eng, BSc MET, M.CIM, F.AusIMM
Mr. Stacy Freudigmann, Managing Director and Founder of Canenco, is a metallurgical engineer with 29 years in mining. He specializes in managing PEAs, feasibility studies, and metallurgical issues. His experience includes Lundin Mining, Sabina Gold & Silver, and Placer Dome, delivering expertise.
Stacy Freudigmann
P. Eng, BSc MET, M.CIM, F.AusIMM
Mr. Stacy Freudigmann, Managing Director and Founder of Canenco, is a metallurgical engineer with 29 years in mining. He specializes in managing PEAs, feasibility studies, and metallurgical issues. His experience includes Lundin Mining, Sabina Gold & Silver, and Placer Dome, delivering expertise.
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