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Management

Oroco Resource director, CEO Lock resigns

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Mar 30, 2026 · 16:18 OCO · 0.36 Oroco Resource Corp.
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Executive Summary

  • Oroco Resource Corp. announced the resignation of Richard Lock as Chief Executive Officer and a director, effective April 30, 2026, citing personal reasons.
  • The company has established a committee to conduct an aggressive search for a new CEO and will provide updates on the search progress in due course.
  • In the interim, the board and senior management will continue leading the company's operations, specifically focusing on completing the prefeasibility study for the Santo Tomas project.

Key Details

  • Resignation Details: Richard Lock resigned as CEO and director effective April 30, 2026.
  • Tenure: Mr. Lock served as CEO since April 2022.
  • Interim Leadership: The board and senior management will oversee current work, including the prefeasibility study, in collaboration with the on-site technical team and industry consultants.
  • Search Process: A specific committee has been formed to find a replacement; no timeline for the new appointment was provided.

Notable Quotes

  • Richard Lock (Outgoing CEO): "I am grateful for the opportunity to have led Oroco since April, 2022, and for the dedication of the team in advancing the Santo Tomas project and the company's objectives. It has been a privilege to contribute during this important phase of growth and development. I wish the company continued success in the years ahead."
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