Natural Resources >> CEO Interviews >> June 29, 2009

Geoffrey A. Burns – Pan American Silver Corp. (paas)

Geoffrey A. Burns, President and CEO of Pan American Silver Corp., joined the company in 2003 after serving as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Coeur d'Alene Mines Corp. He became CEO of Pan American in May 2004. With over 25 years' experience in the precious metals mining industry, Mr. Burns has focused much of his profesional activity on financial management. Formerly the Chief Financial Officer of Prime Resources Group, he has also led numerous capital market transactions, including equity, debt and convertible debt placements. In addition, Mr. Burns has extensive experience throughout North and South America in mine operations and project development. He participated in numerous mine construction projects, from feasibility study through start-up and into continuous operation. Mr. Burns holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Geology and an MBA. Profile
TWST: Would you start with a brief history of your company and what your current

focus is?

Mr. Burns: Pan American Silver was formed in 1994 with the mission to become the

premier silver