Anaconda Mining Inc. announced the appointment of Rick Howes to the Board of Directors. Mr. Howes brings almost 40 years of mining experience, which includes progressive technical, operating, management and project roles in many of the largest underground mines and mining companies throughout Canada and internationally. Dr. Michael Byron has concurrently resigned his position from the Board but will continue to provide critical geological insight as a member of the Company's Technical Advisory Committee. Mr. Howes recently retired as President and Chief Executive Officer of Dundee Precious Metals Inc. having served in the role since April 2013, and serves as the Chair of Torex Gold and a Board member for Hudbay Minerals Inc. He is a visionary leader in mining, organizational innovation and transformation to create competitive advantage and was recognized as the Outstanding Innovator of 2016 by the International Mining Technology Hall of Fame.