Dale Andres is the Chief Executive Officer of Gatos Silver, Inc., a company he joined in June 2021. He has a strong background in mining and engineering, holding a Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering. Before Gatos Silver, he worked at...
Dale Andres is the Chief Executive Officer of Gatos Silver, Inc., a company he joined in June 2021. He has a strong background in mining and engineering, holding a Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering. Before Gatos Silver, he worked at Teck Resources Limited for over 25 years in various senior roles, including Senior Vice President of Base Metals. He played a key role in large projects like the Quebrada Blanca copper project in Chile. Under his leadership, the company has focused on improving operational performance and is targeting achievements like health and safety at its Cerro Los Gatos mine. Interestingly, after being appointed CEO, his compensation increased to about $650,000 annually, plus bonuses based on performance. His equity in the company has shown impressive growth, starting from around $2 million in 2023 and reaching about $5 million by September 2024. With a hands-on approach and a wealth of experience, Andres is working to drive Gatos Silver toward greater success.