Guardian Exploration Inc. (TSXV: GX) (OTCQB: GXUSF) (Frankfurt: R6B) announced the formation of its Advisory Board and the appointment of Ms. Elena Baranova, a seasoned international strategic advisor, to the board. The move is intended to strengthen the company's leadership as it pursues exploration and development objectives in oil, gas, and minerals.
Ms. Baranova brings a wealth of experience in corporate finance, energy, mining, and large-scale infrastructure projects across global markets. Her expertise includes international legal structuring, sovereign and government negotiations, complex transactions, and capital-intensive project development. She has worked across Europe, the United Kingdom, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, with a focus on energy transition and critical minerals.
Graydon Kowal, President and CEO of Guardian, stated, 'Ms. Baranova brings a rare combination of global transactional expertise and hands-on experience in developing complex energy and resource projects. Her deep understanding of international markets, government negotiations, and capital structuring will be invaluable as Guardian continues to advance its strategic initiatives.'
Ms. Baranova is a Solicitor of England and Wales and began her legal career at leading international law firms, including Osborne Clarke and Ogier. She advised on high-value financings, mergers and acquisitions, IPOs, and cross-border transactions, including involvement in landmark deals such as UC Rusal's US$26 billion IPO and Glencore's US$61 billion dual listing. She has also advised major global companies like Rio Tinto, Norilsk Nickel, Randgold Resources (now Barrick Mining Corporation), and others.
As a Co-Founder of IM Power Plc, a UK-based independent power producer, she served as Executive Director and led the development of major energy infrastructure projects, including a US$1.2 billion power plant in Mongolia supporting large-scale mining operations. She has worked extensively with international financial institutions across Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.
Ms. Baranova is also the Founder and Managing Director of Astera Group, which focuses on strategic opportunities in energy transition and critical minerals, including rare earths, battery storage, and renewable energy infrastructure. Her work involves advising governments, investors, and global industry stakeholders on complex, high-impact projects.
Guardian Exploration Inc. is engaged in oil, gas, and mineral exploration and development. Its assets include the Sundog and Esker gold projects in Nunavut's Kivalliq Region, the Mount Cameron Property in Yukon's Mayo Mining District, and the Kaigani claims in Southeast Alaska.
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