Olivier Tavchandjian

Olivier joined Hudbay in September 2017 and leads the execution of Hudbay's exploration strategy to create value through increasing the mineral reserves and mineral resources of the company. Olivier brings 25 years of experience in mineral resource and mineral reserve estimation and reporting, exploration, strategic and life of mine planning, technical support to operations and corporate development. His expertise covers a wide range of commodities including base and precious metals both for underground and surface mines in a diversified range of geographical locations. He was also closely involved in the successful development of multi-billion dollar greenfield projects and large mining expansions. Prior to joining Hudbay, Olivier was VP Resource Evaluation for Anemka Resources, the mining portfolio company of a large private investment firm. Olivier holds a Ph.D in Mineral Resources from the University of Quebec in Chicoutimi and is a Professional Geoscientist registered with the Association of Professional Geoscientists of Ontario.