Simon Ridgway: From Yukon Poker to Gold Mining Success

Natural Resource Stocks

Aug 03 2024 | 00:13:42

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Show Notes

Join us as we sit down with Simon Ridgway from Gold Group to discuss his incredible journey from playing poker in the Yukon to becoming a successful mining entrepreneur. Simon shares fascinating stories from his early life working in Canada’s bush, his adventures in Latin America, and the strategic moves that led to the formation of noteworthy companies including Tombstone Exploration and Fortuna Silver Mines. Learn how his unique blend of research skills and semi-professional poker playing helped him navigate and thrive in the mining industry. This episode is packed with insights about the mining market, the importance of geological…

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