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Director since 1990 Mr. Pugliese is businessman and an original founder of the Company. From 1990 to 1993 he held the position of Co-chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Company. In January 1993, Mr. Pugliese stepped down from the position of Chief Executive Officer and has continued in his role as Chairman of the Board. He participated directly in the evolution of the company, including the development of the Sadiola concession in Mali through his dealings with government officials and joint-venture partners. Mr. Pugliese has an extensive business background developed over a period of 35 years as the principal shareholder in a number of private Canadian companies, which include; internet-based business directories and data marketing, the development of recreational resort properties in Canada and the development and licensing of Smartboard, a patented construction product technology. | 