Semafo, Inc. announced the appointment of Robert LaVallière to the position of Vice-President, Investor Relations, effective October 1, 2012. In this new role, Mr. LaVallière will be responsible for managing relationships with shareholders, analysts and the financial community to ensure their understanding of the Corporation's financial and operational performance, strategy, and growth prospects. Mr. LaVallière has over 25 years of investor relations experience in the mining industry and extensive knowledge of exploration, project assessment, mergers and acquisitions and communications at both national and international levels.

Prior to joining SEMAFO, Mr. LaVallière held investor relations positions as Vice-President Corporate Affairs for Anvil Mining and Manager, Investor Relations at Cambior.