Royal Gold, Inc. announced the appointment of Bill Heissenbuttel to the position of Chief Financial Officer and Vice President Strategy, as well as Paul Libner's increased responsibilities as Controller and Treasurer. Bill Heissenbuttel came to Royal Gold in 2006 as Vice President, Corporate Development. Prior to Royal Gold, Mr. Heissenbuttel with roles at N M Rothschild & Sons, ABN AMRO Bank, and Chemical Bank Manufacturers Hanover.

Paul Libner joined Royal Gold in 2004. Mr. Libner began his career with Ernst & Young where he provided audit and business advisory services primarily for the financial services and healthcare industries, and later held various accounting and finance roles within the financial services industry. Stefan Wenger has been with Royal Gold since 2003 and will be leaving the company in the near future after a transition period to pursue other interests.