What changed
Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation appointed Richard O’Brien, Marcelo Godoy, Josh Olmsted, and Blake Rhodes as independent directors effective September 1, 2026. O’Brien, former CEO and CFO of Newmont Mining Corporation, will serve as Lead Independent Director. The board expands to nine directors. The company said the appointments add operating, technical, and financial expertise as Hycroft advances its asset toward its next phase of growth.
Why it matters
Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation appointed Richard O’Brien, Marcelo Godoy, Josh Olmsted, and Blake Rhodes as independent directors effective September 1, 2026. O’Brien, former CEO and CFO of Newmont Mining Corporation, will serve as Lead Independent Director. The board expands to nine directors. The company said the appointments add operating, technical, and financial expertise as Hycroft advances its asset toward its next phase of growth.