John ryder
Professional Geologist
John Ryder is a professional geoscientist with over forty-seven years of experience in global exploration, discovery, and development. Developed innovative techniques to enhance target delineation from satellite spectral survey data. Instrumental in the discovery of world-class phosphate deposits in Saudi Arabia and a lead and zinc deposit in Ireland.
Skilled and knowledgeable about diamonds and the first to discover bedrock diamonds in California and in the James Bay region of Quebec. Ontario, Canada brought a unique diamond project to the bulk sampling stage. Skilled in extractive hydrometallurgy for PGM metals in the context of auto catalysts. A Qualified Person, under National Instrument 43-101, for diamonds, ruby, phosphate, precious, and base metals. Extensive corporate experience in Canada in the capacity of President, CEO, and Director of a number of private and publicly traded junior exploration companies since 1987.