MONTREAL, February 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cerro de Pasco Resources Inc. (TSXV: CDPR) (OTCMKTS: GPPRF) (BVL: CDPR) (the “Company”) announces the appointment of Ms. Lara Smith to its Board of Directors.
Ms. Lara Smith is an internationally recognized expert in financial valuation, project economics, and risk assessment, with nearly two decades of experience in a variety of global projects in the mining and industrial sectors.
With a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Statistics, and Economics and a B.Comm Honours in Financial Analysis and Portfolio Management from the University of Cape Town, Ms. Smith has advised management teams on economic and market strategies for a range of commodities, including base metals, bulk goods, critical metals, and rare earths in the field of sustainable energy transition.
“Lara’s technical and valuation-related experience complements the existing competencies and supervisory function of the Board at a very favorable time, as development options, capital allocation, and commercial frameworks are currently being examined,” commented Steven Zadka, Executive Chairman of CDPR. “We are pleased to welcome Lara to the Board and are excited about her contributions.”
The Company has granted Ms. Smith 200,000 options. These options are granted in accordance with the terms of CDPR’s stock option plan. All options will vest on the date of grant and each option entitles the holder to purchase one common share of the Company at a price of $0.90 for a period of five years from January 29, 2026.
About Cerro de Pasco Resources Inc.
Cerro de Pasco Resources Inc. is focused on developing the El Metalurgista mining concession, including the mineral rights for a portion of the Quiulacocha tailings deposit in central Peru.
For further information, please contact:
Donna Yoshimatsu, Senior Strategic Advisor / Investor Relations
Mobile: +1 416-722-2456
E-mail: dyoshi@pascoresources.com
Website: www.pascoresoures.com
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