Challenger Gold (CEL) has hired Sergio Rotondo as Executive Chairman. Sergio, a company founder, brings his transformative leadership and mining expertise in Argentina to this role. This appointment aligns with the Board's vision, as the company progresses towards development and production at its Hualilan Gold Project in San Juan, Argentina.

Sergio's background includes a strong construction foundation, along with significant corporate experience, complemented by his qualifications in economics and an MBA. Sergio's remuneration and employment agreement remains unchanged from his role as an Executive Director of the Company. The current Chairman Mr. Fletcher Quinn will remain on the Board of the Company as a Non-Executive Director.