David A. Smith - Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Smith has experience in a full range of management responsibilities including finance, accounting, strategic planning, information systems, risk management, treasury functions, human resources and legal activities. Dave has served as Chief Financial Officer for three publicly-held companies, including Cobre Mining Company, a Canadian copper producer acquired by Phelps Dodge Corporation in 1998, Santa Fe Pacific Gold Corporation, a $2 billion precious metals producer that was acquired by Newmont Mining Corporation, and Catellus Development Corporation, a NYSE-listed real estate and development company. Dave has led IPO's and the spin-off/sale of several companies, including Sprint. Dave has a B.S. degree in Business Administration and an MBA from Oregon State University. |