Soma Gold Corp. (TSX-V:SOMA, OTCQX:SMAGF) said it has appointed Hector Manuel Melendez Gomez as its new Country Manager for operations in Colombia.
Melendez, a seasoned mining operator with experience in Colombia and Mexico, will oversee Soma’s mining activities in the region, with a focus on advancing production and operational efficiency.
In a statement, Soma Gold told shareholders that Melendez’s familiarity with the geological characteristics of the region is expected to be an asset in advancing Soma’s mining projects in El Bagre.
Geoff Hampson, CEO of Soma Gold, said in a statement the team is “excited to welcome Hector to our team.”
“His extensive experience, particularly in Colombia and in narrow vein mining, will be a major asset in driving our production and development forward,” Hampson continued.
“Having a seasoned professional on-site full-time will support us in achieving our operational goals.”
Melendez will be relocating to Medellin in the coming months to take on his new responsibilities full-time.