Empire Metals Ltd (AIM:EEE) said non-executive director Mike Struthers is stepping down from the board with immediate effect.
"Mike has been a trusted and extremely knowledgeable board member over the past four years, and I would like to take this opportunity to thank him for his significant input,” said Empire Metals managing director Shaun Bunn.
“During his three years as CEO, he worked tirelessly to advance the company's then-Georgian assets, navigating the various external challenges the business faced towards finding a positive outcome for shareholders. Since our strategic move away from Georgia in 2020, Mike has been a huge advocate for our exploration and development initiatives in Australia and I am sure he will continue his support for our work as a shareholder of the company."
Chairman Neil O'Brien also thanked Struthers for his efforts.
“Mike possesses a wealth of technical experience, and he was instrumental in the formation of our new portfolio of assets in Australia,” said O’Brien.
“It is important to note this depth of technical experience is retained through Shaun, supported by the technical team that Shaun has built over the past 12 months and who are now largely located in Australia, the location of our now expanded exploration footprint. I believe this is a logical and pragmatic development given the changes and growth of the business over the past 12 months, and one which reflects the profile and focus of the company.”
Struthers stepped down as chief executive in February 2021.