American Lithium Mourns the Passing of Board Member Carsten Korch
American Lithium Corp (AMLIF) has announced the passing of Carsten Korch, an Independent Director and Audit Committee member who served on the Board since October 2022. Based in Peru, Korch brought over 30 years of entrepreneurial experience and played a crucial role in guiding the company's strategic initiatives in South America.
The company, which is developing two major lithium projects - the TLC claystone project in Nevada and the Falchani hard rock project in Peru - along with Latin America's largest undeveloped uranium project (Macusani), acknowledged Korch's significant contributions to their corporate governance and project advancement. Interim CEO Alex Tsakumis and Chairman Andrew Bowering both emphasized Korch's dedication to sustainable development and his impact on the organization.
American Lithium Corp (AMLIF) ha annunciato la scomparsa di Carsten Korch, Direttore Indipendente e membro del Comitato di Revisione, che faceva parte del Consiglio dal ottobre 2022. Basato in Perù, Korch vantava oltre 30 anni di esperienza imprenditoriale e ha svolto un ruolo fondamentale nel guidare le iniziative strategiche dell'azienda in Sud America.
L'azienda, che sta sviluppando due importanti progetti di litio - il progetto TLC di argillite nel Nevada e il progetto Falchani di roccia dura in Perù - insieme al più grande progetto di uranio non sviluppato dell'America Latina (Macusani), ha riconosciuto i significativi contributi di Korch nella governance aziendale e nell'avanzamento dei progetti. L'Amministratore Delegato ad interim Alex Tsakumis e il Presidente Andrew Bowering hanno entrambi sottolineato la dedizione di Korch allo sviluppo sostenibile e il suo impatto sull'organizzazione.
American Lithium Corp (AMLIF) ha anunciado el fallecimiento de Carsten Korch, Director Independiente y miembro del Comité de Auditoría que formaba parte del Consejo desde octubre de 2022. Con base en Perú, Korch aportó más de 30 años de experiencia emprendedora y desempeñó un papel crucial en la orientación de las iniciativas estratégicas de la empresa en Sudamérica.
La compañía, que está desarrollando dos importantes proyectos de litio - el proyecto de arcilla TLC en Nevada y el proyecto de roca dura Falchani en Perú - junto con el mayor proyecto de uranio no desarrollado de América Latina (Macusani), reconoció las significativas contribuciones de Korch a la gobernanza corporativa y al avance de los proyectos. El CEO interino Alex Tsakumis y el presidente Andrew Bowering destacaron la dedicación de Korch al desarrollo sostenible y su impacto en la organización.
American Lithium Corp (AMLIF)는 2022년 10월부터 이사회에서 활동해 온 독립 이사이자 감사위원회 위원인 카스텐 코치의 별세를 발표했습니다. 페루에 기반을 둔 코치는 30년 이상의 기업가 경험을 바탕으로 남미에서 회사의 전략적 이니셔티브를 이끄는 데 중요한 역할을 했습니다.
네바다의 TLC 점토석 프로젝트와 페루의 팔차니 경암 프로젝트 등 두 개의 주요 리튬 프로젝트와 라틴 아메리카 최대의 미개발 우라늄 프로젝트인 마쿠사니를 개발 중인 회사는 코치가 기업 거버넌스와 프로젝트 진전에 기여한 바를 인정했습니다. 임시 CEO 알렉스 차쿠미스와 회장 앤드류 바워링은 지속 가능한 개발에 대한 코치의 헌신과 조직에 미친 영향을 강조했습니다.
American Lithium Corp (AMLIF) a annoncé le décès de Carsten Korch, administrateur indépendant et membre du comité d'audit, qui siégeait au conseil d'administration depuis octobre 2022. Basé au Pérou, Korch apportait plus de 30 ans d'expérience entrepreneuriale et a joué un rôle clé dans l'orientation des initiatives stratégiques de l'entreprise en Amérique du Sud.
L'entreprise, qui développe deux projets majeurs de lithium - le projet d'argile TLC au Nevada et le projet de roche dure Falchani au Pérou - ainsi que le plus grand projet d'uranium non développé d'Amérique latine (Macusani), a reconnu les contributions significatives de Korch à la gouvernance d'entreprise et à l'avancement des projets. Le PDG par intérim Alex Tsakumis et le président Andrew Bowering ont tous deux souligné le dévouement de Korch au développement durable et son impact sur l'organisation.
American Lithium Corp (AMLIF) hat den Tod von Carsten Korch bekanntgegeben, einem unabhängigen Direktor und Mitglied des Prüfungsausschusses, der seit Oktober 2022 im Vorstand tätig war. Korch, der in Peru ansässig war, brachte über 30 Jahre unternehmerische Erfahrung mit und spielte eine entscheidende Rolle bei der Steuerung der strategischen Initiativen des Unternehmens in Südamerika.
Das Unternehmen, das zwei bedeutende Lithiumprojekte entwickelt – das TLC-Tonsteinprojekt in Nevada und das Falchani-Hartgesteinsprojekt in Peru – sowie das größte unerschlossene Uranprojekt Lateinamerikas (Macusani), würdigte Korchs bedeutende Beiträge zur Unternehmensführung und Projektentwicklung. Der Interim-CEO Alex Tsakumis und der Vorsitzende Andrew Bowering betonten beide Korchs Engagement für nachhaltige Entwicklung und seinen Einfluss auf die Organisation.
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Lithium Corp. (“American Lithium” or the “Company”) (TSX-V:LI | OTCQX:AMLIF | Frankfurt:5LA1) announces with deep sorrow the passing of Carsten Korch, esteemed Independent Director and valued member of the Audit Committee.
Mr. Korch joined the Board of Directors on October 3, 2022, bringing over 30 years of entrepreneurial experience across various sectors. Based in Peru, he helped to guide the Company's strategic initiatives, particularly in South America. His insights and leadership significantly contributed to the advancement of our projects and corporate governance.
“Carsten's dedication and visionary approach were invaluable to American Lithium,” said Andrew Bowering, Chairman of American Lithium. “His passion for sustainable development and his commitment to excellence left a mark on our organization. He will be missed by all who had the privilege to work with him.”
“Carsten was not only a colleague but also a dear friend,” added Alex Tsakumis, Interim CEO of American Lithium. “His commitment to our mission and his guidance were instrumental in shaping our company's direction. His legacy will continue to inspire us as we move forward.”
Beyond his role at American Lithium, Mr. Korch was a respected figure in the business community, known for his innovative ventures and contributions to economic development in Peru. His legacy includes not only his professional achievements but also his mentorship and philanthropic efforts that inspired many.
The Board of Directors and the entire American Lithium team extend their deepest condolences to Mr. Korch's family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time.
About American Lithium
American Lithium is developing two of the world’s largest, advanced-stage lithium projects, along with the largest undeveloped uranium project in Latin America. They include the TLC claystone lithium project in Nevada, the Falchani hard rock lithium project and the Macusani uranium deposit, both in southern Peru. All three projects have been through robust preliminary economic assessments, exhibit significant expansion potential and enjoy strong community support.
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On behalf of the Board of Directors of American Lithium Corp.
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