Centerra Gold names Mike Sylvestre interim COO as Hendriks steps down
Centerra Gold’s Executive VP and COO David Hendriks is stepping down and will transition to a consulting role to support operational continuity. Veteran mining executive Mike Sylvestre, with over 45 years of leadership experience, has been appointed interim COO effective immediately.
1. Executive Leadership Change
Centerra Gold announced that EVP and COO David Hendriks will step down and serve as a consultant to ensure a smooth transition, with Mike Sylvestre assuming interim COO duties effective immediately.
2. Interim COO Profile
Mike Sylvestre brings over 45 years of mining leadership from roles including Senior Vice President, Americas at Kinross Gold and board positions at Hochschild Mining and Vista Gold, with expertise in operational excellence and sustainable practices.
3. Strategic and Operational Implications
Centerra Gold seeks to maintain operational momentum at its Mount Milligan and Öksüt mines and advance its project pipeline, leveraging Sylvestre’s seasoned leadership while a permanent COO is recruited.