Western Star Resources Inc. announced the resignation of Anthony Chan, CFO, and appointment of a new CFO, Monty Sutton. Monty Sutton worked most of his career as an Investment Advisor, Equities Trader, and Insurance Specialist with PI Financial Corp. in Vancouver.

During this time, he participated in raising over $100mm for junior mining companies and managed over 1,500 client accounts. Since leaving PI, Mr. Sutton was the Corporate Development Manager with eCobalt Solutions where they raised over $30mm for the companies Idaho Cobalt Project. Mr. Sutton has also been working with small private companies in various consulting and advisory roles.

Prior to joining PI in 1997 Mr. Sutton was a Senior Management Accountant with MacMillan Bloedel preparing budgets, analyzing costs, and assisting in the design and implementation of new accounting systems. Mr. Sutton's first experience in the Investment Industry was a brief stint on the Vancouver Stock Exchange Trade Floor in 1987.