About Jay Chmelauskas

Jay Chmelauskas, Western Lithium's President, was most recently President and CEO of China Gold International Resources Corp. Ltd. (formerly Jinshan Gold Mines) where he successfully managed and led the company during all phases of the commissioning of one of China's largest open pit gold mines. In addition to his considerable experience in the exploration, development and mining industry, including a large Placer Dome gold mine, Jay held a key position with chemical manufacturer Methanex Corporation, where he was involved with a $250 million chemical plant expansion in Chile. His experience in both the chemical and mining industries is well suited to lead Western Lithium forward during the planned development, product marketing and production. Jay has a Bachelor of Applied Science in Geological Engineering from the University of British Columbia and a Master of Business Administration from Queen's University in Canada.