Evolution Energy Minerals Ltd (ASX:EV1) has made several key managerial appointments as it prepares for project financing and execution of the Chilalo Graphite Project in southeast Tanzania
Grant Dyker has been appointed chief financial officer, effective May 27, 2024. With more than two decades of experience in senior executive roles, Dyker brings a wealth of expertise to the position, having previously served as CFO for multiple ASX-listed resources companies.
His track record includes successfully leading and managing major project and corporate financing endeavours, encompassing project and corporate debt funding totalling A$1.2 billion as well as securing new equity funding amounting to A$670 million.
Jay Stephenson assumes the role of company secretary with immediate effect, succeeding Stuart McKenzie. With a career spanning more than 35 years, Stephenson possesses extensive experience in business development and company secretarial duties across both listed and unlisted entities.
His previous roles as director, chief financial officer and company secretary have involved overseeing various critical processes such as business acquisitions, mergers, initial public offerings, capital raisings and business restructuring, in addition to managing all aspects of finance for organisations.
The appointments of Dyker, Stephenson and John Nolan assuming the chief operating officer role underscores the company’s commitment to advancing the Chilalo Graphite Project towards financing, construction and the advancement of its downstream processing strategy in the United States.
Support commitment to advancing Chilalo
Evolution managing director Phil Hoskins said: “We are pleased to announce the strategic appointments of Grant Dyker as chief financial officer and Jay Stephenson as company secretary, both of whom bring extensive experience and expertise to their respective roles.
“Mr Dyker's distinguished career in senior executive positions, coupled with his successful track record in project and corporate financing, positions him well to drive our financial strategies forward.
"Likewise, Mr Stephenson's extensive background in business development and finance management will be instrumental in steering our organisational processes.
“These appointments support our commitment to advancing the Chilalo Graphite Project and realising our downstream processing strategy in the United States.
"We are confident that their collective leadership will greatly contribute to our success as we prepare for project financing and execution."