IRIS Metals Ltd. has announced key senior executive appointments to support its next phase of growth, naming former Winsome Resources director Simon Iacopetta as Strategic Advisor while transitioning Chairman Chris Evans into an executive role.
Iacopetta brings more than two decades of experience spanning resource exploration, project development, and capital markets.
His credentials include serving as Executive Director at Winsome Resources, CFO during Core Lithium’s transition into an ASX 200 producer, and CFO at Ramelius Resources.
In his new role, Iacopetta will collaborate closely with the board on capital market initiatives, corporate strategy, and evaluating expansion opportunities across North America.
Simultaneously, Non-Executive Chairman Chris Evans has transitioned to Executive Chairman. Evans will take a hands-on role leading the company’s strategic growth plan as IRIS looks to broaden its critical minerals portfolio.
Executive Chairman Chris Evans welcomed the appointment, highlighting their past working relationship.
“Simon and I have worked successfully together previously, and he brings significant experience across strategy, capital markets and corporate development,” Evans said.
“His appointment strengthens the Company’s capability as we sharpen our strategic focus, pursue growth opportunities and continue working to create long-term shareholder value.”
Strategic Advisor Simon Iacopetta said IRIS is well positioned to build on its existing assets while assessing value-accretive opportunities.
“The company has a clear opportunity to build on its existing portfolio while evaluating opportunities that can deliver meaningful long-term value for shareholders,” Iacopetta said.
IRIS Metals holds key critical minerals assets in the United States, including the Finley Basin tungsten project in Montana, where a major drilling program is being prepared, and lithium and rubidium projects in South Dakota’s Black Hills region.
Tungsten remains a vital input for high-tech industries, aerospace, and defence, and is classified as a critical mineral by the US government.
