Edison Lithium Names A. Paul Gill as CEO with $512 Million Acquisition Experience
Edison Lithium named A. Paul Gill as CEO and director, whose leadership at Norsemont Mining drove its $512 million acquisition and who secured $16.7 million in grants for Lomiko Metals. The company appointed Andrew Gainsbury as interim CFO, leveraging his 16-year record in mining finance and capital markets strategy.
1. CEO Appointment and Background
Edison Lithium appointed A. Paul Gill as Chief Executive Officer, President and Director effective March 1, 2026, succeeding Nathan Rotstein. Gill brings over 25 years of corporate development experience, including founding Norsemont Mining and leading its $512 million sale, as well as securing $16.7 million in grants for Lomiko Metals.
2. Interim CFO Appointment
Andrew Gainsbury, previously the company’s Controller, was named interim Chief Financial Officer. Gainsbury holds an MBA from McGill University and CFA and CMA designations, with 16 years of financial management experience across Canadian junior mining firms and a Brazilian engineering company.
3. Strategic Outlook
Gill’s proven expertise in mergers and acquisitions and capital markets, combined with Gainsbury’s financial acumen, positions Edison Lithium to accelerate project financing, corporate restructuring and long-term shareholder value creation as it advances its development pipeline.