Graphite One Resources Inc. announced the appointment of one new director, Patrick Smith who brings with him a rich background in the mineral exploration and mining sector including 17 years in Alaska. The company also announced the appointment of David Hembree to the position of general manager operations. Patrick R. Smith is a senior mining executive with over 35 years of executive management experience in the international mineral exploration and mining industry.

Mr. Smith is currently president and CEO of Heatherdale Resources Ltd. Prior to his current role with Heatherdale Resources Ltd., Mr. Smith spent 32 years with Rio Tinto plc. Mr. Hembree has over 35 years of experience in the mineral resource industry including experience in exploration, development and production of both open pit and underground operations. Prior to joining Graphite One, Mr. Hembree held the position of vice president of exploration and qualified person with Kimber Resources Inc., where he was instrumental in the sale of their Monterde gold-silver deposit in Mexico.