About Kobo Resources

Mr. Édouard Gosselin, co-founder of Kobo Resources Inc., is a seasoned attorney and member of the Quebec Bar since 1984. He has privately represented financial institutions, corporations, and individuals in commercial law, banking, bankruptcy, reorganizations, and startups across tech and industrial sectors and is a seasoned entrepreneur. He holds a Bachelor of Social Sciences Conc. Political Science and a License in Civil Law (LL.L), both from Ottawa University, graduating in 1980 and 1983, respectively.

Mr. Sarjeant, P.Geo., co-founder of Kobo Resources Inc., is a mining professional with over 35 years of experience in exploration, development, and mining. He spent 15 years as Senior Geologist at Echo Bay Mines (Kinross), evaluating international projects. More recently, he was Manager of Geology at Largo Inc.,. Mr. Sarjeant has held senior management and director roles with several junior exploration companies. He graduated with Honours in Geological Sciences from Queen’s University (1983) and is a member in good standing with the Professional Geoscientists of Ontario.

Mr. Marrelli is the principal of the Marrelli Group, which includes Marrelli Support Services Inc., DSA Corporate Services Inc., and other related entities. A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA, CGA) and member of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators, he holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Toronto. Mr. Marrelli serves as CFO for several TSX, TSX Venture Exchange, and CSE-listed companies, as well as non-listed companies, and is a director of select issuers.

Mr. Chris Picken has over 35 years of experience in the mineral exploration industry, working as a geologist, exploration manager, and COO. He has worked with major, mid-tier, and junior exploration companies across Africa and South America. For the past decade, he has focused on Archaean and Birimian gold terrains in West Africa, including Côte d'Ivoire, Liberia, and Sierra Leone. He led the Yaouré Gold Deposit feasibility studies from 2014 to 2018. Chris holds a BSc (Hons) in Geology/ Geography from the University of Manchester (1985) and has been a professional member of the IMMM since 2015.

Mr. Édouard Gosselin, co-founder of Kobo Resources Inc., is a seasoned attorney and member of the Quebec Bar since 1984. He has privately represented financial institutions, corporations, and individuals in commercial law, banking, bankruptcy, reorganizations, and startups across tech and industrial sectors and is a seasoned entrepreneur. He holds a Bachelor of Social Sciences Conc. Political Science and a License in Civil Law (LL.L), both from Ottawa University, graduating in 1980 and 1983, respectively.

Mr. Frank Ricciuti was President of Efjay Consulting Ltd., providing management and financial services, including organizational structuring and corporate finance. He served as a director for Novik Inc. (2006-2014) and Petrolympic Ltd. (2008-2019) and was Kobo’s Vice President, Corporate Development from 2015 to 2021. Frank holds a diploma in Engineering Technology from Ryerson University, a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan Technological University (1966), and an MBA from York University (1969).

Mr. Sarjeant, P.Geo., co-founder of Kobo Resources Inc., is a mining professional with over 35 years of experience in exploration, development, and mining. He spent 15 years as Senior Geologist at Echo Bay Mines (Kinross), evaluating international projects. More recently, he was Manager of Geology at Largo Inc.,. Mr. Sarjeant has held senior management and director roles with several junior exploration companies. He graduated with Honours in Geological Sciences from Queen’s University (1983) and is a member in good standing with the Professional Geoscientists of Ontario.

Brian Scott, a geologist with over 35 years of global experience, has worked on diverse deposit types including porphyries in the Andes and orogenic gold deposits in West Africa, Canada, and beyond. He spent 30 years with Bema Gold Corp. (later acquired by Kinross) and B2Gold Corp., where he served as VP Geology and Technical Services. Brian led exploration and resource estimation efforts, playing a key role in major projects. He holds a B.Sc. (Honours) in Geology from Lakehead University.

Mr. Dharni is a business leader with over 20 years of experience in corporate development and finance, focusing on resources, infrastructure, and renewable energy. He drives transformational change through sustainable growth strategies that benefit society and elevate stakeholder value. He has held roles at HDFC, Mota-Engil, and Rio Tinto, and currently serves as Head of Mergers & Acquisitions for Mota-Engil in Africa and the Middle East. Mr. Dharni holds an MBA from IE Business School and charters from the CFA Institute and CAIA Association.

Mr. Patrick Gagnon is a retired executive with over 25 years in the financial and brokerage industry. He is an active private investor in technology, resources, and consumer products. Mr. Gagnon earned a bachelor’s degree in Commerce from McGill University in 1986 and began his career as a research assistant, later becoming a research analyst, trader, and institutional sales professional. From 1995 to 2015, he was a partner at GMP Securities and served as Managing Director of its Montreal office.

Mr. Jeff Hussey, a Professional Geologist with 36 years of experience, holds a B.Sc. in Geology from the University of New Brunswick (1985). He serves on the boards of Brunswick Exploration Inc. and Osisko Metals Inc., where he is President and COO. Previously, he was President and CEO of Osisko (2017-2020). With experience in both open pit and underground operations, he also consulted for major mining companies, including Champion Iron Mines, helping raise over $70 million for corporate development.

Dr. Audet has over 27 years of experience in international nickel laterite exploration and development with major mining companies, including Xstrata Nickel and Falconbridge. His notable projects include the Falcondo operation, Brazil’s Serra do Tapas and Vale dos Sonhos deposits, and New Caledonia’s Koniambo project. Dr. Audet held senior roles at Falconbridge, including Manager of Resource Estimation and Exploration Manager. He also served as Senior Project Geologist and Director of Operations for Falconbridge International Investments in Côte d'Ivoire, West Africa.

Mr. Boivin has over 40 years of legal experience in mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and commercial matters, particularly in mining, oil, gas, and energy sectors in Canada and sub-Saharan Africa. He is a Partner and leader at McCarthy Tétrault LLP, specializing in the Africa Group and Global Metals & Mining. Mr. Boivin serves on several boards, including FinDev Canada and NSIA Capital Participation. He holds a law degree from Université Laval and was admitted to the Quebec Bar in 1981.
 

Mr. N’Guessan received a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, specializing in Energy and Sustainable Development Ecole Centrale des Arts et Manufactures de Paris in 1990 and has accumulated over 25 years of international experience in the development of energy management, environmental protection and sustainable development in both the private and public sector. Mr. N’Guessan is a key consultant to the African Development Bank, World Bank, various United Nations agencies and the Canadian International Development Agency and former Director of the Ministry of Environment and Forests and a Deputy Director of Higher Education and Scientific Research with the Côte d’Ivoire government.