John Gingerich, P. Geo is a professional geophysicist (APGO) with over 30 years experience in exploration and mining industry technology.  As a past Director of Research, Technical Innovation and Exploration within the Noranda group, John was part of the senior management team and involved in the evaluation, acquisition, and development of mineral opportunities with Canada and around the world.

In 2002, John founded Geotechnical Business Solutions (GBS), a company dedicated to the development and financing of exploration opportunities and related technology.  He is also a co-founder and director of East Asia Minerals Corporation and serves as a director of the Niskibi Group of companies that are focused on business development opportunities with the Aboriginal communities.  He has also been involved in Advanced Explorations and its predecessors since September 2004.

As a recognized leader within the mining and technology communities, John is a member of several industry and government boards and committees including the Exploration Division of the Canadian Mining Industry Research Organization (Chairman) and the Ontario Geological Survey Advisory Board (Chairman).