In this episode Northern Miner editor-in-chief John Cumming and senior staff writer Trish Saywell look back at the remarkable life and career of Barrick Gold founder Peter Munk, who died on March 28.
From humble origins as an immigrant to Canada, Munk showed an acute business savvy that shone brightly through a series of ventures that ranged from consumer electronics and South Pacific resorts to gold mining and real estate.
In addition to our regular podcast sponsors the Yukon Mining Alliance and the Grosso Group, we welcome our Mining Minute sponsor SRK Consulting.
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NOTABLE MILESTONES IN THE PETER MUNK AND BARRICK GOLD STORY (in chronological order):
Barrick to continue gold acquisition
Profile: Robert Smith: ALL THE RIGHT MOVES
Nevada gold mine forms foundation for Barrick
PROFILE — Smith forges bond with Munk, staff at Barrick
`Mining Man of Year’ awarded jointly to Barrick’s Munk and Smith
1994: A LOOK BACK — The events that led to . . .The making
Barrick aims to take top spot in gold production
PDAC honors Felderhof and Munk
Munk, James enter Canadian Mining Hall of Fame
Barrick looks for 2003 turnaround
Metals Commentary: Barrick’s hedging moratorium explained
Barrick eyes last bite of Placer
Barrick Raising US$4B To Slash Hedge Book
Editorial: Is Barrick tired of gold?
Miners open their wallets at ‘Rock of Ages’ gala
Munk gives $18M to heart research
Munk, Bharti give millions to Ontario institutions
Lumwana’s margins below Barrick’s expectations
Editorial: Barrick hints at Munk’s retirement
Editorial: Barrick-Newmont fling ends in acrimony
Editorial: Barrick goes CEO-less, doubles down on presidents
Barrick’s Peter Munk defends successor John Thornton
Music Credits:
“Miami Nights – Main Theme”, “Andrea’s Theme”, “I can feel it coming” and “Hiding Your Reality” by Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com)
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A tremendously insightful look at Peter Munk’s life and legacy. Kudos John and Trish!