MarketOpen Podcast

MarketOpen Podcast

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MarketOpen Podcast Episode 115 - Impact Minerals

Joining the podcast today is Dr Mike Jones, Managing Director at Impact Minerals (ASX:IPT) Impact Minerals Limited, an exploration company listed on the ASX since 2006, boasts an extensive portfolio of tenement holdings spanning over 5,500 square meters, aiming to unlock Australia's mineral-rich potential. The centrepiece of their endeavours is the Lake Hope High Purity Alumina (HPA) Project in Western Australia, set to revolutionize HPA production with cost-efficient mining. This positions Impact Minerals to meet the surging demand for HPA, establishing a prominent presence in this specialised sector. Dr Jones completed undergraduate and post-graduate studies in Mining and Exploration Geology at Imperial College, London. His Ph.D work on gold mineralisation saw him move to Western Australia in 1988 to work for Western Mining Corporation exploring for gold and nickel deposits in the Yilgarn. From 1994 he consulted to the exploration and mining industry specialising in the integration of geological field mapping and the interpretation of geochemical, geophysical and remotely sensed data for target generation. Dr Jones has worked on over 80 projects both in greenfields and near mine exploration in a wide variety of mineralised terrains and was the founding director of Lithofire Consulting Geologists in Perth, Australia. He was also the team leader during the discovery of a significant gold deposit at the Higginsville Mining Centre, near Kalgoorlie and an iron ore deposit near Newman, both in Western Australia.

MarketOpen Podcast Episode 114 - Stormeur Limited

Joining the podcast today is Dr Vivek Eranki, Executive Chairman at Stormeur Limited. Cosmetique is a rapidly growing network of non-surgical injectable and laser hair removal clinics founded in Western Australia in 2017, and currently operating 17 clinics across five Australian states it is 100% owned by Stormeur Ltd Stormeur is undergoing an Initial Public Offering (IPO) to raise AUD $6 million with funds primarily earmarked to support expansion plans, which include opening new clinics plus the pursuit of complementary acquisitions in the health and beauty sector. The Australian cosmetic injectables market was valued at USD $2.77 billion in 2023, with the laser hair removal market valued at USD $1.84 billion, both expected to see continued growth. The company’s growth strategy includes expanding its clinic footprint in key states such as New South Wales and Victoria, focusing on suburban areas with a younger demographic that is shown to achieve faster financial maturity. Led by Dr. Vivek Eranki, the leadership team has a proven track record of driving growth and maintaining high standards in patient care. He holds qualifications in Finance, Business, Governance, and Medicine, and has an extensive track record as a CEO in the Health, Wellness, and Personal Services industry. Dr. Eranki has retired from medical practice to now focusing exclusively on Directorial and Executive roles. Dr. Eranki has founded, scaled, and successfully exited ventures in various sectors, including Allied Health, Occupational Health, General and Specialist Healthcare, and the Cosmetic and Beauty Sector. He frequently acts as a spokesman for these industries.

MarketOpen Podcast Episode 113 - Star Minerals

Joining the podcast today is Ashley Jones, Director at Star Minerals (ASX:SMS) Star Minerals is focused on development and exploration of its copper and gold projects. The Company will be using the data gathered to complete the required works to bring the Tumblegum South project up to the necessary level for a decision to mine to be made. In addition, it will use the latest exploration techniques as well as results of previous exploration work undertaken by Bryah Resources and other explorers to investigate the potential of both the Tumblegum South and West Bryah projects. The Board’s strategy is to advance the exploration and development of its deposits wherever possible, utilising established mining operations and infrastructure to achieve low risk early production outcomes. In addition, the Company intends to continue to investigate ways to grow its business by:  acquisition, application, or joint venturing into areas surrounding and adjacent to the Projects; and  acquisition, application, or joint venturing into other, unrelated but economically attractive projects compatible with the Company’s goals and capabilities if, and when opportunities of this type come available. Ashley Jones is a geologist with over 20 years of a diverse range of exploration, mine geology and management experience in Australia and Africa. He has project development expertise in feasibility level projects with particular focus on resources and mine development. He was based in Africa for over 11 years exploring a range of commodities for ASX, AIM and TSX listed public companies. Ashley currently provides technical direction for ASX companies Bryah Resources Limited and Australian Vanadium Limited. Ashley graduated in 1997 with a B.Sc. Hons in Geology from the University of Canterbury, New Zealand. He has a Master of Applied Finance in 2014 from Kaplan University, Australia and an MBA with Distinction from Imperial College London, UK in 2017. He is a Member of the Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) and Member of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia (FINSIA).

MarketOpen Podcast Episode 112 - White Cliff Minerals

Joining the podcast today is Sam Vaughan, Senior Geologist at White Cliff Minerals (ASX:WCN) White Cliff Minerals is an energy metals company focused on the discovery of district scale, high grade and quality projects in tier one jurisdictions within historic and proven areas. Led by its internationally experienced executive team that has significant frontier exploration, development, corporate and technical expertise, the Company has positioned itself with the right team, in the right locations with the right projects to deliver significant returns to shareholders. Projects in Canada include the Great Bear Lake Projects that has been recognised by the Northwest Territories Geoscience Government office as having the highest probability for the hosting of Iron Oxide Copper Gold (IOCG) Uranium plus Silver style mineralisation in Canada and the proven exceptionally high grade Rae Copper-Silver Project.

MarketOpen Podcast Episode 111 - Impact Minerals

Joining the podcast today is Dr Mike Jones, Managing Director at Impact Minerals (ASX:IPT) Impact Minerals Limited, an exploration company listed on the ASX since 2006, boasts an extensive portfolio of tenement holdings spanning over 5,500 square meters, aiming to unlock Australia's mineral-rich potential. The centrepiece of their endeavours is the Lake Hope High Purity Alumina (HPA) Project in Western Australia, set to revolutionize HPA production with cost-efficient mining. This positions Impact Minerals to meet the surging demand for HPA, establishing a prominent presence in this specialised sector. Dr Jones completed undergraduate and post-graduate studies in Mining and Exploration Geology at Imperial College, London. His Ph.D work on gold mineralisation saw him move to Western Australia in 1988 to work for Western Mining Corporation exploring for gold and nickel deposits in the Yilgarn. From 1994 he consulted to the exploration and mining industry specialising in the integration of geological field mapping and the interpretation of geochemical, geophysical and remotely sensed data for target generation. Dr Jones has worked on over 80 projects both in greenfields and near mine exploration in a wide variety of mineralised terrains and was the founding director of Lithofire Consulting Geologists in Perth, Australia. He was also the team leader during the discovery of a significant gold deposit at the Higginsville Mining Centre, near Kalgoorlie and an iron ore deposit near Newman, both in Western Australia.

MarketOpen Podcast Episode 110 - Future Battery Minerals

Joining the podcast today is Nick Rathjen, the Managing Director & CEO of Future Battery Minerals (ASX:FBM) Future Battery Minerals are a future-facing minerals exploration and development company focused on rapidly advancing our two world-class lithium discoveries. Our Kangaroo Hills Lithium Project (KHLP) is a recent and exciting hard rock lithium discovery located in the Goldfields of Western Australia, approximately 17km south of the major township of Coolgardie. Immediately north and contiguous to KHLP is the recently acquired Miriam Project, where a large historic lithium soil anomaly extends from an outcropping spodumene-rich pegmatite, providing a significant opportunity for future exploration success. Nick Rathjen has a proven track record accumulated across more than a decade in equity capital markets, corporate development and mineral marketing, with extensive experience in the lithium sector. Nick brings a strong commercial capability to the Company, having led early-stage lithium projects through technical programs, economic studies, execution of offtake agreements, funding and due diligence processes, project development as well as the completion of commercial transactions. Nick has previously held positions as the Head of Corporate Development at Canadian lithium developer Green Technology Metals Ltd (ASX: GT1) and as the Head of Corporate Development at Prospect Resources Limited (ASX: PSC). At Prospect Resources, Nick played a key role in the advancement and development of the Arcadia Lithium Project in Zimbabwe through both the financing process and marketing of the key products to be mined and processed at Arcadia (spodumene and petalite). Nick’s understanding of lithium mining, processing, marketing and downstream conversion brings a broad list of capabilities to the Company as it rapidly advances its Kangaroo Hills and Nevada Lithium Projects. He holds a Master of Applied Finance, Bachelor of Commerce, Diploma of Investor Relations and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD).

MarketOpen Podcast Episode 109 - Trigg Minerals

Joining the podcast today is Jono King, Chief Geologist at Trigg Minerals ASX:TMG. Trigg Minerals is an ASX-listed mining company focused on the exploration and development of ultra high-grade antimony projects in New South Wales, while also advancing its gold exploration efforts in Queensland’s Drummond Basin. Our flagship asset, the Achilles Antimony Project, is home to the Wild Cattle Creek deposit, Australia’s highest-grade undeveloped antimony resource. Alongside Achilles, Trigg Minerals holds 100% ownership of the Taylors Arm and Spartan Antimony Projects, which have also demonstrated significant high-grade mineralisation. Jonathan King is an experienced Geologist/geochemist, independent consultant and public company director that has been involved primarily in the international search for economic mineral deposits in technical, and corporate positions for 30 years. Jonathan has led several major mapping, technical evaluation and geochemistry reinterpretation projects for greenfields and near-mine target generation and exploration programs in Korea, Fiji, Colombia, Mexico, Peru, Brazil, China, Africa, Indonesia, USA, and Australia.

MarketOpen Podcast Episode 108 - Warriedar Resources

Joining the podcast today is Dr Amanda Buckingham, the Managing Director of Warriedar Resources (ASX:WA8) Warriedar Resources is an advanced gold and copper exploration business with an existing resource base of over 1.8 Moz gold across Western Australia and Nevada, and a robust pipeline of high-calibre drill targets. Our focus is on rapidly building our resource inventory through modern, innovative exploration. We are well funded for our planned aggressive drilling programs through 2024. Dr Buckingham is a geophysicist who has been involved in mineral exploration for over 25 years. She co-founded Fathom Geophysics in late 2007, an award winning and industry leading geophysical consulting group based in USA and Australia that has developed the worlds-best technology for targeting under cover. Dr Buckingham has extensive exploration experience globally. Her early career involved work as a geoscientist and project manager at majors such as Rio Tinto; as well as listed juniors in both Canada and Australia and several years consulting at SRK. Dr Buckingham co-founded Cygnus Gold Limited [ASX: CY5] and Desert Minerals Limited [ASX: DM1]. She is currently a director of several private companies, and a research fellow at the University of Western Australia.

MarketOpen Podcast Episode 107 - Estrella Resources

In the episode we are joined by Chris Daws, the Managing Director of Estrella Resources (ASX:ESR) Estrella Resources is an innovative minerals exploration and development company focused on emerging manganese assets in Timor-Leste as well as advanced minerals projects in Western Australia. Mr Daws has strong experience in running junior resources Companies, including previous involvement with Niagara Mining (Poseidon), US Nickel and KMC Limited. Mr Daws is a Director and founder of Apollo “Phoenix” Resources Pty Ltd and a Director of Nimbus Mines Pty Ltd.

MarketOpen Podcast Episode 106 - HyTerra Limited

In this podcast with chat with Benjamin Mee, the Executive Director of HyTerra Limited ASX:HYT HyTerra was the first company to list on the ASX with a focus on white hydrogen. It potentially has much lower production costs and carbon emissions than man-made hydrogen. Nemaha is located between Kansas City and Wichita in the centre of a major industrial and manufacturing hub. The project can be connected via railways, roads, and pipelines to a long list of potential offtakers nearby including ethanol and ammonia manufacturers, and petrochemical plants. Nemaha’s exploration acreage covers approximately 52,000 acres and is 100% owned and operated by HyTerra. Our leases have historic wells with more than 10 hydrogen and helium occurrences within the region, some up to 92% hydrogen and 3% helium*. Benjamin has over 20 years’ of international oil and gas experience with a successful track record in project delivery from exploration, through to appraisal, development and production both onshore and offshore in various global locations. Most recently he held the title of Exploration Manager Deepwater Africa for Shell, during which time significant petroleum discoveries were made.

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