As it gets closer to becoming a US-based company American Rare Earths has named its new CEO, Donald S. Swartz II, who will step into the role tomorrow (1 August).Swartz will lead the American Rare Earths (ASX: ARR) team from its new corporate headquarters in Denver, Colorado, the location chosen due to its proximity to ARR’s flagship Halleck Creek project just over the state border in Wyoming.Leader for pivotal phaseMr Swartz was selected for the key role thanks to his 20-plus years’ leadership experience in the US and international resources sector. During that time he’s built a strong track record in developing and executing strategies resulting in new business opportunities with significant revenue growth.Chairman Creagh O’Connor said: “Donald is the right leader for American Rare Earths to lead the company at this critical time.“His extensive experience in mining and as a proven leader will be invaluable as we develop and execute our plans to capitalise on the tremendous value inherent in ARR’s rare earth operations in the US. QUOTE from * Looking forward to the reaction of our move into the US at such a newsworthy moment IMO.
