Richard Yeates is a geologist whose professional career has spanned more than 41 years, initially working for major companies such as BHP, Newmont and Amax, prior to co-founding the consulting firm of Resource Service Group (subsequently RSG Global) in 1987 which was ultimately sold to ASX-listed consulting firm Coffey International in 2006 to become Coffey Mining.
Mr Yeates has considerable international experience, having worked in some 39 countries, particularly within Africa and South America, variously undertaking project management assignments, feasibility studies and independent reviews for company listings, project finance audits and technical valuations.
Mr Yeates was also responsible for developing and overseeing all marketing and promotional activities undertaken by RSG, RSG Global and Coffey Mining over a 23-year period.