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Mr. Lundin has many years of experience in capital markets and public company management across the natural resources sector. His background includes oil & gas and mining technology, investment advisory, international finance, and executive management. He began his career working for several Lundin Group mining companies in various countries before moving into finance where he was co-head of the London office for an international securities firm.

Mr. Lundin is the former President, CEO, and a Director of Josemaria Resources Inc. He now serves as the Chair of the Board of Directors of Lundin Mining Corporation and Filo Mining Corp. He also currently serves on the Board of Directors of Lucara Diamond Corp., NGEx Minerals Ltd., and the Lundin Foundation.

Jack Lundin was appointed President in 2022 and took over the role of CEO in December 2023. He has extensive experience in the natural resource industry gained through exposure with several Lundin Group companies.

Prior to joining Lundin Mining, Jack was President & CEO of Bluestone Resources Inc., and before which he was involved in the highly successful development of Lundin Gold Inc.'s Fruta del Norte Gold Mine in southern Ecuador, serving as the Project Superintendent. He began his career in the mining sector working prospecting jobs on various early-stage projects in Canada, Russia, Ireland, and Portugal.

Jack holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Chapman University and a Master of Engineering degree in Mineral Resource Engineering from the University of Arizona.  He currently sits on the board of directors of Lundin Gold Inc., Lundin Foundation, and the University of Arizona’s Lowell Institute for Mineral Resources.

Ana Gabriela Juárez is an accomplished Guatemalan leader in the mining industry, renowned for her unwavering commitment to sustainability, women’s empowerment, and community development. With over 20 years of experience, Ana has become a trailblazer in the field, serving as President of CTA Environmental Consultants, founding Women in Mining Central America, and board member at the Development Partner Institute. Recognized as one of the 100 Most Inspirational Women in Mining globally, one of the 10 Most Influential Hispanic Canadians, and recipient of the Rising Star Award in Mines and Money, she has been instrumental in advocating for gender diversity in the sector. Ana’s work extends beyond consulting, with initiatives such as the Kids Mineralogist Club and her best-selling book series Ana’s Adventures at the Mine, which inspires young girls to pursue careers in STEM and mining. Her visionary leadership, dedication to responsible mining practices, and passion for fostering inclusive environments make her an exemplary recipient of the Eira Thomas Award. Ana’s journey continues to inspire the next generation of leaders, proving that with resilience and vision, transformative change is possible.