South American Silver Corp. announced that Ralph Fitch has been re-appointed to the position of President and CEO. Mr. Fitch, who is currently Executive Chairman, is the founder of the company.

He takes over the role from Phillip Brodie-Hall who has served as Interim President and CEO since August 2012. Mr. Brodie-Hall had previously served as Chief Operating Officer of the company, having been appointed to that position in November 2011, following his appointment as Vice President, Project Development in August of 2010. Mr. Brodie-Hall will return to Australia to pursue other business interests.

He will continue to provide services to the Company on an as needed basis as a consultant going forward.