VANCOUVER, May 16 /CNW/ - StrataGold Corporation (SGV-TSX) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Roman Friedrich III as Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors. Mr. Friedrich has been a Director of StrataGold since its inception in 2003 and was appointed Chairman of the Board in 2006.
As Executive Chairman, Mr. Friedrich will provide support to StrataGold as a part of the management team in the structuring of strategic alliances, financing and corporate development.
On Mr. Friedrich's appointment, Terry Tucker, President and CEO stated, "Since joining the Board of Directors, StrataGold has benefited from Roman's vast experience and knowledge in the mining industry. As Executive Chairman, his new role will complement StrataGold's senior management team to enhance shareholder value."
Following his appointment, Mr. Friedrich commented, "StrataGold is a company rich in assets. Over the next year, I hope to be able to help management crystallize the value of our portfolio for the benefit of our shareholders and provide a sound financial footing for future growth."
Mr. Friedrich is a graduate of Rutgers University, New Jersey, USA (B.A. 1969), and is the president of Roman Friedrich and Company. He is a director of GFM Resources Ltd. and Gateway Gold Corp., member of the Independent Review Committee of the Claymore Securities Inc. family of funds and Chairman and lead independent director of Dreman/Claymore Dividend and Income Fund, a NYSE company.
About StrataGold
StrataGold is a gold development company focused on the systematic exploration and development of two advanced-stage gold projects and the BRL Venture with Newmont. To obtain additional information, photos, project updates and maps pertaining to this news release, please visit: www.stratagold.com.
Statement Regarding Forward Looking Statements
This news release may contain forward-looking statements including but not limited to comments regarding the timing and content of upcoming work programs, geological interpretations, receipt of property titles, potential mineral recovery processes etc. Forward-looking statements address future events and conditions and therefore involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those currently anticipated in such statements. StrataGold relies upon litigation protection for forward-looking statements.
ContactsMr. Terry L. TuckerPresident and CEO
Ms. Vanessa Pickering
Manager
Investor Communications
StrataGold Corporation
Tel: (604) 696-6601
E-mail: info@stratagold.com
Website: www.stratagold.com
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