Mr. Donnelly has considerable experience working in Alaska due to his time as Vice President of Corporate Communications and Development for Trilogy Metals Inc., where he played a key role in advancing the Upper Kobuk Mineral Projects in Alaska, USA, alongside its partners.  During his six years at Trilogy Metals, Mr. Donnelly developed a key understanding of the permitting and political landscape of the state.

Mr. Donnelly also held the position of President at First Mining Gold Corporation for over three years. At First Mining, where he was also a co-founder, he spearheaded the company s initial public offering and listing on the Toronto Stock Exchange. Noteworthy achievements during his tenure at First Mining include the successful negotiation and completion of eight significant transactions.

Mr. Donnelly holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor of Science in Geological Sciences from the University of British Columbia. Mr. Donnelly is registered as a Professional Geoscientist with the Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia.

Kit Marrs, President & CEO of Alaska Silver comments: “Adding someone like Pat who has considerable understanding of the capital markets, mineral exploration and more importantly, working in Alaska, will add considerable value to Alaska Silver as we advance the Illinois Creek Project. Having someone who appreciates Alaska and how business is carried out in the state will be of significant benefit to our shareholders. I look forward to working closely with Pat as we advance our high-grade Waterpump Creek Carbonate Replacement Deposit.”