Galleon Gold Corp. announced that Mr. Michael Hobart has joined the Board of Directors. Mr. Hobart brings a wealth of experience in securities and corporate law specializing in the mining sector, where he represents and advises mining and exploration companies in a variety of transactions. As a partner at Fogler, Rubinoff LLP with over 25 years of experience in the mining industry, Michael has been a trusted advisor to numerous companies in the sector. He has led hundreds of transactions both in Canada and abroad, having developed a strong reputation as a strategic and pragmatic lawyer.