George Simchuk

George Simchuk's career in the mining industry spans all levels of experience from working as a shift boss to owning and operating his own mining safety consultancy. Moreover, George Simchuk has served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Pathfinder Mines Corporation, spearheading its uranium and gold businesses; George Simchuk has also led coal, iron, copper, and phosphate outfits.

Alongside his work in mining, George Simchuk has also pursued a strong interest in aviation, using his skill as a pilot to assist others and protect the environment. George Simchuk has served as a volunteer bush pilot with the Flying Medical Service; in addition to piloting aircraft, George Simchuk simultaneously served as an EMT and provided care for the Maasai and other tribes in Tanzania and Kenya. Presently, George Simchuk continues to volunteer his time and energy by flying for nongovernmental groups in Central America.

George Simchuk provides these groups the ability to monitor illegal deforestation, forest health, and other ecological issues from the air, and he currently flies on both the Atlantic and Pacific coastlines of the continent. Making his home in Anacortes, Washington, George Simchuk assists in feeding homeless residents at local community centers. George Simchuk holds a Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering from Washington State University and belongs to the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.

To manage a large open pit mining operation: resolve numerous technical issues; resolve morale problems amongst salaried and hourly personnel; turn the operation into a profitable venture for the company.

Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association

Red Cross, Goodwill

Airplane pilot, hiker, skier, trekker, photographer

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