His expertiseincludes regional target generation, drill program designand field supervision, detailedcore logging, QA/QC oversight, and the integration of geological, geochemical, and geophysical data to advance deposit understanding and resource growth.

He has been part of PEA, PFS, and Feasibility Studies for the Strange Lake REE deposit, Great Atlantic Salt deposit, and Hammerdown Gold mine, and has supportedoperations at the ACE Gypsum Mine.

Colin is highly experienced in mineral lands administration in Newfoundland and Labrador, with strong expertise in assessment reporting, permitting, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder coordination.

He holds a B.Sc. in Earth Sciences from Memorial University and is a registered Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.).

She has workedextensively within theconstruction, mining, and energy sectors, supporting complex operations and diverse workforces.

Colleen has experience working with labour unions, Indigenous governments andcommunities, and Crown corporations, bringing a collaborative and solutions-focused approach toworkplace challenges.

Her expertise includes workforce strategy, employee relations, policy development, and fostering safe and inclusive workplace cultures.

She holds certifications in Human Resources and Labour Relations, Disability Management, Construction Safety, and Indigenous Relations. Colleen is known for her practical leadership style and her ability to balance operational needs withstrong people-focused practices.

She has a proven track record in the development, implementation and monitoring of effective health, safety, and environmental policies and programs.

With expertise in HSE initiatives, she brings a strategic and operational perspective, combining hands-on field experience with a strong analytical capability to support decision making and operationaldevelopment while fostering collaborative regulatory and stakeholder relationships.

She has contributed to Environmental Assessment processes, fisheries authorizations, and regulatory permitting, supporting operations at CFI for 10 years. She is committed to strengthening health, safety, and environmental culture and ensuring responsible, sustainable practices across all stages from project development to operations.

Gillian holds a Bachelor of Science (Honours) from Memorial University with a background in Biology and Psychology, enabling integration of environmental science and human factors into effective safety and environmental management systems.

He brings deep expertise in mine operations, strategic planning,contractor management, and large-scale project execution,with a strong focus on delivering sustainablevalue and operational excellence.

Isaac has held senior leadership roles with leading organizations, including Suncor Energy, AngloGold Ashanti and Newmont. He has successfully led complex, multidisciplinary teams and established high-performing operations through disciplined planning, cost optimization, and the integration of advancedmining technologies.

Recognized for his strategic mindset and collaborative leadership style, Isaac consistently deliversmeasurable results, including productivity gains, sustainable operational improvements, and enhancedasset value—positioning mining operations for long-term success in competitive environments.

Isaac holds a Master of Engineering in Mining Engineering from Curtin University, Australia, and a Bachelor of Science in Geomatic Engineering from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Ghana. He also holds advanced certifications in Project Management and Business Analytics and is a registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng).

He currently serves as General Manager forproject, leadingmultidisciplinary teams across mining, processing, Health, Safety and Environment (HSE), and project development.

His expertise includes extractive metallurgy (gold, copper, and molybdenum), flotation, hydrometallurgy,andprocess optimization, with a strong focus on building high-performing, collaborative teams. Javad has a proven track record in delivering safe production in complex operations, capital projects, andengineering studies (PFS, FS) within EPC and EPCM environments, including successful plant ramp-ups and operational turnarounds.

He is known for his practical, hands-on leadership style, combining deep technical expertise with disciplined execution to drive performance, efficiency, and sustainable results while keeping safety at theforefront of ever task. His experience includes key roles at operations such as Minto Mine, GibraltarMine, and the Cariboo Gold Project.

He serves as General Counsel of Renova Capital B.V., an investment company focused on critical minerals, and as Chief Legal Officer of Canada Fluorspar Inc.

Before moving in-house, he practiced at leading international law firms, including Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP and Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP, advising on cross-border transactions, project development, regulatory compliance, and commercial negotiations in the extractive industries.

Niel brings deep expertise in corporate and mineral law, international transactions, and
regulatory frameworks, with strong skills in negotiation and legal strategy.

Niel holds a BCom (Law) and LLB from the University of Pretoria, an LLM (cum laude) from the University of Dundee (CEPMLP), and an LLM in Canadian Common Law from Osgoode Hall Law School.

He is known for delivering operational turnarounds and negotiating solutions with
governments and key stakeholders.

Dr. Jacobs previously held senior leadership roles at major publicly listed mining companies, including
Chief Operating Officer at Randgold Resources and Barrick Gold, where he oversaw large-scale international operations and strategic growth initiatives.

In addition to his role as Chairman at CFI, he is also Chief Executive Officer of Renova Capital B.V., an investment company focused on acquisition and development of critical minerals
projects globally.

He is also active in academia as an Extraordinary Professor at the University of Pretoria, supervising graduate research in mining law, development economics, and extractive industry governance.