Simon Robinson the Temple Pershing Mining Company CEO with In excess of 20 years experience in the mining and commodities industry Simon leads the company. A pivotal individual in its rapid growth in recent years he is experienced in working with African nations, Middle East partners and the companies legal team structuring acquisitions of new projects and funding of existing operations.
Kenneth Roberts Chairman has over 30 years experience working with Sub Saharan Africa developing key mining projects with the most significant being in Malawi. Kenneth has been associated with public listed companies within the mining sector throughout his career. As Chairman of Temple Pershing Mining Company Kenneth leads the company with Simon J Robinson and is focused on substantive growth while preparing the company for IPO.
Robert Dougans is the company's legal dvisor and special envoy. Robert has a degree from Oxford University, speaks German and Russian, and has extensive experience in complex contested trials and applications, including freezing injunctions and jurisdiction challenges. He is an expert in cross-border litigation, fraud, and asset tracing cases.
Paul Baker is a trade and commodities finance specialist with over 30 years of experience. Paul has led a decorated banking and finance career globally. He was Vice President of Commodities at Citibank in 2004. Throughout his career, he has held C-Suite positions at UFJ Bank, Wargurg Dillon Read, Hill Samuel Bank, ING Bank, National Bank of Australasia, and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe
Noel Marshall has a Bachelor of Commerce in Engineering and is an experienced project manager. Noel plays a vital role in the company's operations in Africa. ensuring operations run smoothly. He manages the team on the ground in-country. Noel has extensive security experience in Africa and works with our ex-military protection team to ensure the highest level of safety is in place.
James Woods is known for his contribution to Africa-EU relations during his role as senior diplomat to the Embassy of Malawi to Belgium and the European Union. He is an Archbishop Desmond Tutu Fellow, and holds a bachelor's degree in Politics, Philosophy, and History. He has an MSc in Social Policy and Development from the London School of Economics
Ali Barro holds a master's degree in Geology and brings over 20 years of experience in mineral exploration, working as a Geologist and Geophysicist. His expertise spans Gold, Copper, Lithium, Cobalt, Diamonds, and underwater research. Ali is highly skilled in geographic information systems and data science. He has also led multiple gold exploration programs across Africa.
Andre Gauthier has over 40 years of experience working in the mining industry across more than 30 countries. He holds a BSc in Geological Engineering and an MSc in mineral exploration. Throughout his career, he has played a pivotal role in the growth of several publicly listed companies and has been instrumental in numerous significant gold and copper discoveries. Andre is fluent in French, English, and Arabic.
Dr John Madiro is a Kimberley Process and Dodd Frank 1502 compliant solid state physicist with structural interests in Diamond Lattice Dynamics and fractal crystallography. He demands a strong dominion in rough and polished pricing, as well as an exhaustive knowledge of the mining industry overall.
Julian Strickland is the company's aviation specialist and trusted pilot. Julian arranges all air travel. He also collaborates with logistics specialists to coordinate the movement of machinery and equipment. Before becoming a pilot, he was a commodities broker. He holds a BSc Honors degree in psychology.
Luis De Vierna ha a degree in Sociology and Political Sciences, and a degree in IT Technical Agricultural Engineering. Between 1996 and 2013 Luis was part of the executive Council NGO Habitfrica under the honorary presidency of HRH Queen Sofia. Luis has in recent years managed a 40,000 hectare Agri Project in DR Congo.
Nigel Hurst holds a BArch in Architecture and a BSc (Hons) in Architecture from Cardiff University. He also holds a DEC in Pure and Applied Science from Marianopolis College in Canada. Fluent in French and English, Nigel has years of experience as a project manager iin Africa, including the construction of an oil refinery, and a road and village design with construction
Jonathon Moreels is an Architect and Architectural Designer with over 20 years of professional experience across the UK, Spain, and wider Europe. He holds a BSc (Hons) and BArch in Architecture, and is an International Chartered Member of the Royal Institute. Bilingual in English and Spanish, Jonathon’s international insight and collaborative working style make him a valuable asset to any project team.
Security Detail. The company takes security extremely seriously and while it was usually only needed when operating in volatile locations a scaled down level of personal protection is needed when visiting most countries. The company works with a team of established highly skilled professionals to ensure personnel, management, projects and equipment are afforded sufficient protection
Nicola Newmarch is a highly strategic and analytical entrepreneur with experience in asset backed finance, and technology including early stage blockchain, mining and natural resources. Instrumental in the global framework and management of the extended operational team and press interaction.
Dylan Ciantar is a highly experienced sales professional with over 12 years in the industry. Based at TMPC Malta Dylan also brings over 5 years of experience in the precious metals and minerals sector, with exposure to both Maltese and international markets. His background reflects strong expertise in business development and client relationship management. This diverse experience enables him to deliver consistent value across multiple industries for TPMC.
Ralph Williams is an experienced commodities trader and mining specialist with a rich Botswana heritage. Dividing his time between Gabarone and London Ralph plays an instrumental role in negotiations and operational aspects for Temple Pershing Mining Company in Africa including Ghana and Namibia. Having worked with the senior board members of TPMC for over a decade Ralph is a trusted member of the Temple Pershing Group.
