Chris qualified as a lawyer in 1973 and was in private practice for six years before starting Pan D'Or Mining Company, now Investika Ltd. Chris has been continuously involved in the mining industry and has extensive experience in Australia, Canada, Africa and Mexico. He has been responsible for the development of a number of mines from exploration through to project finance and commissioning. He has been an executive director of a number of mining companies including Giant Yellowknife Mines, Pamour Mines, West Witwatersrand Gold Holdings, Bow River Diamonds and Minera Roca Roja amongst others.