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Governance strengthening and confirmation of leadership alignment reduce execution risk and may improve investor confidence, potentially lifting TSX:IAU in the near term; similar small-cap gold step-ups have followed significant board changes when tied to growth plans.
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i-80 Gold disclosed voting results from its 2026 annual meeting, including a nine-director board and the election of all nominees. Stephen Gottesfeld was named to the board, replacing John Seaman who did not stand for re-election, signaling governance-strengthening. The release reinforces i-80's Nevada-focused, hub-and-spoke development strategy and ongoing roadmap to mid-tier gold production.
Nine directors approved for i-80 Gold board.
All nominees elected; votes For generally 95-99%, Withheld minimal.
Stephen Gottesfeld appointed; governance and sustainability expertise added.
John Seaman did not stand for re-election; Stephen Gottesfeld joins board.
Auditor reappointed: Grant Thornton LLP (USA); remuneration to be fixed.
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