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Mr. Conger is a leading figure in the international mining community. A 40-year veteran of the industry he is a former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Homestake Mining Company which in 2001 merged with Barrick Gold Corporation to form one of the largest precious metals mining companies in the world. During his distinguished career Mr. Conger has held directorships in several major American public corporations including ASA Bermuda Limited Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and Baker Hughes Inc. He is a former Chairman of the American Mining Congress and the World Gold Council and a distinguished member of the American Institute of Mining Engineers and the American Institute of Mining Metallurgical and Petroleum Engineers.
Mr. Conger holds honorary Doctorate degrees from the Colorado School of Mines and South Dakota School of Mines and Technology and is a registered Professional Engineer in both Arizona and Colorado.
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