Professional with over 30 years corporate and entrepreneurial experience in the mining industry. He is an expert in strategic planning, valuations, corporate and business development, and commercial contracts, with extensive experience in developing mining, energy, water, and infrastructure projects. During an 11-year career with gold major Placer Dome, he is credited with leading transactions resulting in the development of 30 million ounces of gold reserves. Recognized as a QP member of the Metallurgical & Mining Society of America (MMSA) with special expertise in Mineral Valuation, Finance. He holds a BSc. in Geology from King’s College London, an MSc. from the Royal School ofMines, and an MBA from Imperial College Business School.
Scientist and industry specialist with over 30 years in environmental planning and management, supporting resource groups with feasibility and permitting, operational compliance, and closure and reclamation. Dr Harley's academic work includes the study of remineralization, soil mineral weathering and plant nutrition, experienced in geochemical evaluation and mine waste rock characterizations integrating geochemical and soil forming processes to support reclamation, restoration, and mine waste reuse. Dr Harley holds BSc (Hons) in Physical Geography/Geology– from the University of New South Wales, and a PhD in Soil Science and Plant Nutrition from the University of Western Australia.
Director and manager of commercial projects for large international groups. Experience in construction management and contracting for project operational & capital programs. Developer of proprietary project management software (www.contemplorsoftware.com) with a focus on natural resource, infrastructure and case management projects. Holds law & business finance degrees from theUniv. of Colorado and Univ. of Denver.
