2021 Chairperson Awards

14 CEO MONTHLY / CHAIRPERSON AWARDS 2021 , Sep21045 Resources Chairman of the Year 2021 (Australia): Andrew Sparke As an expert copper and gold exploration and development company, QMines Limited is looking to become Australia’s first zero carbon copper and gold developer. Its Executive Chairman Andrew Sparke has recently been awarded the title of Resources Chairman of the Year 2021 (Australia) and things truly are looking golden for this leading company. QMines Limited is a Queensland based copper and gold company that is listed on the Australian Stock Exchange. It owns 100% of four advanced projects that cover a total area of 1,096km² with its flagship project, Mt Chalmers. This project is located 17km North East of Rockhampton and is a high- grade historic mine that produced a heavy amount of copper and gold between 1898-1982. Today, QMines boasts a growth strategy that envelops a sustainable way of both discovering and developing battery metals. This positive environmental ethos is what drives QMines towards its sustainability goal of becoming Australia’s first zero carbon copper and gold developer. Indeed, with a rapid increase in the need for copper and other electric vehicle metals, it is a positive time for discoveries and developments. As such, QMines is moving swiftly and intelligently. QMines believes that it is a great time to demonstrate a significantly larger copper and gold resource at Mt Chalmers that will inevitably raise the value for shareholders all over. With a Bachelor’s in Marketing, Master’s in Finance and various other qualifications, Executive Chairman Andrew Sparke has now been awarded with Resources Chairman of the Year 2021 (Australia). Initially involved in a number of IPOs during their preparation, before becoming a Senior Analyst and then taking on Director positions before finally assuming the role of Executive Chairman, Andrew has an interesting and valuable mix of experience in advanced industries. With regards to his leadership style, Andrew says, “As a younger leader, I have installed a “flat” organisational structure, where all views are valued and considered. The company has a well-defined growth strategy that has been strongly communicated with shareholders, directors, and staff.” Andrew believes that it is important for everyone’s voice to be heard and understood. By bridging the gap between company goals and individual goals, QMines has been able to flourish as a team. With his democratic and inclusive management style, Andrew makes sure that all individuals are rewarded and celebrated upon their key milestones or successes in the business. Having already commenced an aggressive exploration programme, QMines’ goals involve moving from being an explorer to a developer and potentially a miner as it grows its resource base, consolidates assets within its region and assesses commercialisation options. As it transitions from exploration to production, it is looking at a promising future for the business. Indeed, as a listed company, QMines is formulating deep plans that will allow it to expand at an exponential rate. With an exciting future ahead, Andrew is leading with full force and an innovative, environmentally inclusive mind. His work is pushing QMines ahead in the industry and will continue doing so for a more environmentally stable future. Contact: Ornella Byak Company: QMines Limited Website: www.qmines.com.au