Appointment of Non-Executive Director
Michelle Ash appointed as Non-Executive Director with extensive mining and technology strategy experience.
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Aura Energy Limited (ASX: AEE, AIM: AURA) ('Aura' or the 'Company') is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Michelle Ash as a Non-Executive Director to the Board of Aura Energy Limited, effective immediately.
Ms Ash brings to Aura an exceptional depth of experience in global mining, innovation and technology strategy, and transformational leadership. Over her three-decade career, she has held senior executive and advisory roles across multiple commodities and geographies, including with BHP, Barrick Gold, Dassault Systèmes, OZ Minerals, and Acacia Mining.
She currently serves on several boards including Chair of Magnium Australia, Chair of NatBridge Resources Ltd. (formerly Great Eagle Gold Corp.), and Board Member roles with RailVeyor Technologies Global, Inc., NatGold Digital Ltd., and research organisations such as Mirarco.
Most recently, Michelle was Vice President of Growth at BHP where she developed and led a multi-billion-dollar copper growth strategy. Her prior leadership roles included CEO of GEOVIA at Dassault Systèmes and Chief Innovation Officer at Barrick Gold, where she spearheaded digital transformation programs that delivered significant operational value.
Michelle holds qualifications in engineering, business, and psychology, and is a Fellow of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM), as well as a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD).
Aura Energy Executive Chair, Philip Mitchell commented:
'Michelle's appointment compliments the recent appointment of Ousmane Kane to our board and underscores Aura's commitment to bringing global expertise and strategic vision to our leadership team. Michelle is an eminent person in mining and her proven track record in project development, operational excellence and innovation will be a great asset to Aura. Thank you and welcome Michelle.'
Aura Energy Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Grove commented:
'We are delighted to welcome Michelle to the Board. Her global expertise in technology-driven transformation and deep experience across operations including in Africa, innovation, and strategic development will be invaluable as Aura advances its portfolio in both Mauritania and Sweden and positions itself as a key contributor to the clean energy transition.'
This appointment enhances the Company's Board capabilities at a pivotal stage in its development and underpins Aura's commitment to delivering long-term value through operational excellence, strategic partnerships, and innovation.
AIM Rules disclosures
The following information is disclosed pursuant to Rule 17 and Schedule Two Paragraph (g) of the AIM Rules for Companies in relation to Michelle Janine Ash, aged 53.
| Current Directorships | Directorships held in the previous five years |
| NatBridge Resources Ltd. (prior: Great Eagle Gold) | Global Mining Guidelines Group - GMG |
| Avanco Resources Pty Ltd | Boart Longyear Group Ltd. |
| RailVeyor Technologies Global, Inc., | Dassault Systèmes Australia |
| MAGNIUM AUSTRALIA | Dassault Systèmes Canada |
| NatGold Digital Ltd. | Prominent Hill Pty Ltd |
| Minespider | Carrapateena Pty Ltd |
| 16161782 Inc | Estrela Metals Pty Ltd |
| Marvon Pty Ltd | Minotaur Resources Holdings Pty Ltd |
| Rovesh Pty Ltd | OZ Minerals Carrapateena Pty Ltd |
OZ Minerals Prominent Hill Operations Pty Ltd
OZ Minerals Prominent Hill Pty Ltd
OZM Carrapateena Pty Ltd
There are no further disclosures required to be made in respect of the appointment of Ms Ash under AIM Rule 17 and Schedule 2(g) of the AIM Rules for Companies.
Authorisation for release
This announcement is authorised for release by the Board of Aura Energy Ltd.
Aura is advancing two key projects:
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