Melissa Render

Melissa Render has extensive experience in the field of geology and exploration. Melissa is currently serving as the VP of Exploration at New Found Gold Corp. Prior to this, they worked as a Gold Exploration Consultant at Red Geologic from 2018 to 2021. In 2017, they were a Senior Project Geologist at TMAC Resources Inc. and in 2016, they worked as an Exploration Geologist/Consultant at Elko Mining Group. From 2015 to 2016, Melissa worked as an Exploration Geologist/Consultant at Chalice Gold Mines Limited, where they were responsible for compiling and interpreting geological data for exploration targeting purposes.

Before joining Chalice Gold Mines Limited, Melissa held the position of Senior Project Geologist at Kinross Gold Corporation from 2012 to 2015. During their time there, they assisted geologists on property reviews and evaluations and also acted as the project manager for Canadian projects. Prior to that, they worked as a Senior Project Geologist at Kaminak Gold Corporation in 2012.

Melissa's career in the field of geology started in 2011 when they worked as a Senior Project Geologist at AngloGold Ashanti in Australia. Melissa was responsible for managing a resource definition deep diamond drill program. In 2010, they served as a Project Geologist at Laurentian Goldfields Ltd. and from 2008 to 2010, they worked as an Exploration Geologist at AusQuest Limited. During their time at AusQuest Limited, they managed exploration activities in logistically challenging remote locations and worked on projects related to gold, iron ore, nickel, manganese, and diamonds.

Overall, Melissa Render has gained valuable experience in exploration and geology throughout their career, working in various roles and companies across different countries.

Melissa Render's education history includes pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. Melissa attended Dalhousie University and the University of Waterloo. However, the exact start and end years of their education at these institutions are not provided.