Robert J. Casaceli holds a master's degree in geology from Oregon State University and a bachelor's in geology from the University of Colorado. His mining career spans 36 years and has involved every facet of mineral exploration for precious metals, base metals and uranium. He is currently president and CEO of Creso Exploration Inc. (TSX.V:CXT; OTCQX:CRXEF). Until recently, he served as chief geologist for Franco-Nevada Corp., the world's most-respected royalty acquisition company.