Lithium Universe Ltd (ASX:LU7, OTC:ESMAF) has appointed John Sobolewski as chief financial officer (CFO), adding valuable lithium industry experience to the company’s 'LU7 Dream Team'.
In a previous role at Galaxy Resources Ltd (ASX:GXY), Sobolewski played a pivotal role during the feasibility, funding, construction and operation phases of the Mt Cattlin spodumene mine and Jiangsu Lithium Carbonate Refinery.
He was also crucial in establishing finance teams and systems in Australia and internationally. His experience in financial and debt modelling for both projects will be critical in Lithium Universe completing definitive feasibility studies of the Québec Lithium Processing Hub Concentrator and Lithium Carbonate Refinery projects.
Sobolewski is a Chartered Accountant and a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
His previous roles include managing director and CEO with Mintrex, CFO and company secretary with Mintrex, Galaxy Resources and Vital Metals Ltd, financial controller and company secretary with Croesus Mining NL and group accountant and company secretary with Titan Resources NL.
“I am thrilled to join a team that has unsurpassed experience in an industry that is critical to the world’s energy transition. With my skills and experience, I endeavour to play a key role in delivering the company’s compelling Québec Lithium Processing Hub strategy,” said Sobolewski.
Here is an interview with John Sobolewski following his appointment:
Lilthium Universe chairman Iggy Tan said, “It is an absolute pleasure to welcome one of my key reports at Galaxy Resources back to the lithium industry. John is a world-class chief financial officer and his experience in establishing accounting and finance systems across many jurisdictions will be an asset to the team.
“One of his first tasks will be to commence the project financial models for both proposed projects as part of the Québec Lithium Processing Hub.”
Sobolewski’s role will commence on February 1, 2024. Vince Fayad and Kurt Laney will continue to act as joint company secretaries and assist in the finance and administration functions.