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Lion Copper and Gold Appoints New CEO John Banning

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  • John Banning was appointed CEO of Lion Copper and Gold Corp. on April 4, 2025.
  • Banning will lead the Yerington Copper Project’s development, with incentives linked to market capitalization goals.
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The latest announcement is out from Lion Copper and Gold ( (TSE:LEO) ).

On April 4, 2025, Lion Copper and Gold Corp. announced a leadership transition with John Banning appointed as the new CEO, succeeding Steven Dischler who resigned but will continue as Director of Community Relations. Banning, with extensive experience in mining and a focus on copper, is set to lead the company through the completion of its Pre-Feasibility Study and subsequent development phases of the Yerington Copper Project. His compensation package includes performance options tied to market capitalization milestones, aligning his incentives with shareholder value and the company’s long-term success.

More about Lion Copper and Gold

Lion Copper and Gold Corp. is focused on advancing its flagship copper project in Yerington, Nevada, through an Option to Earn-in Agreement with Nuton LLC, a Rio Tinto Venture. The company operates in the mining industry, primarily dealing with copper, and is committed to supporting the growing demand for critical metals essential to the clean energy transition and national security.

YTD Price Performance: 41.67%

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Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Sell

Current Market Cap: $34.7M

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