Sandy Lake Gold Inc. announced the appointment of Patrick Sheridan as Executive Chairman and CEO of the Company. Ms. Michele McCarthy, the former chair of Sandy Lake Gold and its predecessor company Lago Dourado Minerals will be continuing as an independent Director. Dan Noone will be stepping down as the Interim CEO but continue in his role as a Director.

The company also announced the appointment of Mr. Peter Mullens to the Board of Directors. Mr. Sheridan has over 25 years experience working in Guyana and has raised over 400 million dollars for exploration and development projects in Guyana. Mr. Sheridan is credited with the discovery, financing, and development of the Aurora Gold project.

Mr. Mullens is a Geologist with 30 years of experience in the mining industry; and is currently the CEO of GPM Metals Inc.