VANCOUVER, Dec. 16, 2016 /CNW/ - GOLDCORP INC. (TSX: G,
NYSE: GG) today announced that George
Burns, Executive Vice-President ("EVP") and Chief Operating
Officer ("COO") will be leaving Goldcorp to assume the role of
President and Chief Executive Officer at Eldorado Gold. Todd
White, currently Senior Vice President, Technical Services and
Business Excellence, will succeed Mr. Burns as EVP and COO
effective January 1, 2017.
"On behalf of the management team and board of directors I would
like to thank George and wish him success as he takes on his new
role," said David Garofalo,
President and Chief Executive Officer. "I look forward to
working with Todd to drive increasing net asset value across the
portfolio of assets to deliver long-term shareholder value. Todd's
strong background in operational efficiency, management systems and
large-scale development projects will be invaluable as he leads our
operating team going forward."
Mr. White has over two decades of experience in the mining
sector. Prior to joining Goldcorp in 2014, he was the Senior Vice
President, South America at
Newmont Mining Corporation. Since joining Goldcorp he has focused
on driving a culture of continuous performance improvement and
implemented advancements in efficiency and sustainability through
technical innovation. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from
the University of Nevada.
About Goldcorp
Goldcorp is a senior gold producer focused on responsible mining
practices with safe, low-cost production from a high-quality
portfolio of mines.
SOURCE Goldcorp Inc.