At Great Eagle Gold Corp., we are proud to say that our strength lies in our diverse and talented team. Each member passionately contributes to the realization of our vision, driving innovation in the NatGold mining industry. Meet the brilliant minds pioneering this exciting field.
A luminary in the realm of investment banking, Mr. Hansen’s portfolio brims with high-profile board memberships and senior managerial stints in an array of US and Colombian corporations. His diverse roles range from Deputy Director at the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) to the CFO and Director positions at Sea Farms International. Further enriching his profile are his leadership contributions to the Colombian Enterprise Development Program (USAID), FUNDES, and the International Finance Corporation (IFC/World Bank). An alumnus of the University of California-Berkeley with a BA in Political Science, Mr. Hansen’s proficiency in Spanish cements his expertise in the Latin American landscape.
Andrew Fletcher, a seasoned entrepreneur with over two decades of experience, has generated over $100 million in online sales through self-funded ventures. He co-founded Niwali, an integrated online health and beauty company, in Bogota, Colombia, in 2010, and established Ad Bullion, a successful traffic and affiliate network. In 2014, he co-founded Mi Aguila, a technology-driven corporate transport company, serving as COO for 18 months from 2016. During his tenure, he spearheaded the company’s expansion. Following the Covid-19 pandemic, Andrew was integral to the creation of Katapult Commerce from the group in 2021, providing software development services and incubating startups through Katapult Technologies. His visit to artisanal gold mines in Choco, Colombia, in 2019 inspired him to lead in setting social and environmental standards in the gold industry.
Gary Harbottle brings over 30 years of extensive experience to his new role as Chief Financial Officer at Great Eagle Gold Corp. During his tenure from 1987 to 2001, he held various key positions within Seabridge Gold Inc. (NYSE: SA), the original green gold pioneer, and its predecessor companies, including significant roles in Corporate Secretary and Chief Financial Officer. Notably, he played an instrumental part in the strategic development and growth of the company during its formative years, including naming the company Seabridge Resources, which was subsequently changed to Seabridge Gold . Gary has demonstrated expertise in administration, accounting, and regulatory compliance within the mining industry, serving with distinction in several publicly traded mining companies across Canada and the United States.
Patricia I. Kovacevic, Esq, a global legal and compliance expert in FDA-regulated industries, owns RegulationStrategy. With two decades of experience, she has held senior legal and regulatory positions at Philip Morris International, Lorillard, and Nicopure Labs. While at Lorillard, Patricia led the team that secured the first-ever premarket tobacco product authorization from the FDA in 2013. She also played a key role in the acquisitions of blu™️ and Skycig and led litigation against the FDA’s “deeming rule” at Nicopure Labs. Formerly a partner at Patton Boggs, her expertise encompasses global nicotine and cannabis regulation, compliance, M&A, and various aspects of corporate affairs. Patricia has served on the Vapor Technology Association’s board, the advisory board of the Global Tobacco & Nicotine Forum, and is a member of the Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco (SRNT). An attorney admitted to practice in New York and before the Supreme Court of the United States, she holds a Juris Doctor from Columbia Law School, an M.A. in Philology, and completed the Harvard Business School “Corporate Leader” executive education program. Patricia speaks multiple languages, including Italian, French, Romanian, Serbian, Croatian, Spanish, and German.
Robert has over 25 years of institutional sales experience with various banks (JP Morgan, Bank of Tokyo, Royal Bank of Canada) and brokerage firms (Midland Walwyn Capital, Yorkton Securities, Hampton Securities, National Bank Financial), in Milan, London, Geneva, Toronto and Montreal.
Robert has also worked in strategic management consulting (Cast-Center for Applied Strategy, Government of Canada), cross-border M&A (Corporate Advisories), and Investor Relations (InvestComm Group) as partner in specialized boutiques in Italy and Canada.
He’s arranged Corporate RoadShows since 1996 in Toronto, Montréal, London, Paris, Geneva, Zurich, Lugano, Milan, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Berlin, Munich, Monaco and Madrid.
Laura Hernandez, with her specialty as a Financial Engineer, seamlessly integrates project management expertise across both public and private domains. Her proficiency in financial health analysis has been pivotal for various organizations. 2020 witnessed her groundbreaking contribution to the Revenue based finance (RBF) initiative in Venture Capital Latin Leap, a pioneering effort in Colombia. As the financial lead for a fintech digital asset trading platform operating across Japan & Latin America, she executed financial integration across seven Latin American countries. Currently, her insights drive the public debt advisory for the District of Medellin, while also empowering nascent tech ventures in Colombia with her consultancy.
Larry Segerstrom, CPG, recognized by the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) as a “Qualified or Competent Person” for writing National Instrument (NI) 43-101 resource reports, is a consultant and Director for junior mining exploration companies in North and South America. His extensive experience includes exploring, generating, evaluating, and developing projects in various geologic settings. Larry’s notable achievements include leading the team at Paramount Gold and Silver Corp. in discovering new inferred resources at the San Miguel project in Mexico, now a part of Coeur’s Palmarejo Mine. He also played a significant role in the development of new ore reserves at Freeport-McMoRan’s Grasberg mining district in Indonesia. His expertise in NI 43-101 reports, considered the gold standard for certifying gold resources, further underscores his proficiency in the mining sector.
Michael Moses, a distinguished figure in business development and strategy within the burgeoning medical cannabis and investment sectors, spearheads growth initiatives since September 2023 as the Chief Business Development Officer and Strategy Consultant for Allied Health, operating in Canada and Colombia. His tenure commenced in November 2022 as a Business Development Consultant, where he was instrumental in steering the company’s reorganization and strategic direction. Moses also successfully built the commercial arm of the business from the ground up, from assembling a sales team to establishing pivotal manufacturing and export partnerships across Europe and Australia.
Parallel to his role at Allied Health, Moses contributes his strategic expertise to Parkdale Investments S.A. in Geneva, Switzerland, since June 2022, enhancing their wealth management and investment solutions. His profound impact was also felt in the restructuring of a Luxembourg-based trade finance fund, showcasing his proficiency in navigating complex regulatory landscapes.
As the Founder and CEO of Donaco from 2017 to 2022, Moses pioneered a tech-led platform significantly improving online customer outreach for social impact businesses, notably reducing customer acquisition costs and securing prominent partnerships, including with UNICEF UK and Crisis UK. His venture underscored his dedication to generating social impact through innovative business models.
Moses holds a Master’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Management from Imperial College London, achieved between 2013 and 2017. Michael Moses embodies the intersection of strategic innovation, operational excellence, and social responsibility in his multifaceted career.
Mr. Eugene C. McBurney, B.A., M.A., LL.B., LL.D., brings over 25 years of international investment banking experience, establishing him as a trusted advisor, especially in the global mining sector. McBurney has a notable history of leading landmark transactions in natural resources, demonstrating his capability to deliver strategic outcomes for his clients. Additionally, Gene has extensive investment banking experience throughout the Caribbean and Latin America, with a special emphasis on Colombia.
