Prior to joining the AEI board of directors in June 2011, Robert Telewiak was the senior vice president environment, health and safety for Falconbridge from 1996-2006 and has held executive positions with Natural Resources Canada spreading over 20 years from 1976 to 1996. With his wealth of experience, Mr. Telewiak has contributed to the board of numerous industry associations, such as the Mining Association of Canada.