MINE Minerco Inc (CE)

HOUSTON, Sept. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Minerco Resources, Inc. (OTC.BB: MINE), a progressive developer, producer and provider of clean, renewable energy solutions in Latin America, announced today that Mr. John Powers has been named President, CEO and Principal Executive Officer of the company.

Mr. Powers has worked more than fifteen years in the alternative energy and high tech, retail supply industries. Since 2008, Mr. Powers has served as the CEO of Storm Alternative and Renewable Energy Corp. (SAREC). SAREC develops alternative energy solutions specializing in waste to energy technology and facilities.

Mr. Powers was instrumental in energy management and recycling operations at Digital Equipment / Hewlett Packard. He managed multiple multi-faceted facilities, including inventory and operations with an annual budget of US$20 million, while with Digital Equipment. Mr. Powers received a Bachelors of Science Degree in Business Administration from Southern New Hampshire University in 1992.

Mr. Powers will use his unique operations and management experience to expand and implement the company's progressive business model. Mr. Powers said "I am extremely honored and excited to join Minerco to help the company realize its progressive and diverse business vision. Through existing business models and a few new ideas based on my expertise, I am determined to successfully deliver value to Minerco's shareholders."

"The company is very pleased to announce Mr. Powers as its new President and CEO. He brings a wealth of experience and fresh ideas to the company. The success of Minerco largely relies on the strength, experience, creative ideas and enthusiasm of our people. Mr. Powers fits the company mold perfectly. His energy and management experience will have an immediate impact on our company," said V. Scott Vanis, Chairman of Minerco Resources.

V. Scott Vanis resigned as President and CEO of Minerco effective September 21, 2012 but will remain with the company as the Chairman of the Board of Directors to ensure continuity for the company and its shareholders. On September 21, 2012, Sam J. Messina also resigned from all positions (CFO, Director, Secretary and Treasurer) with the company.

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SOURCE Minerco Resources, Inc.