OUR LOCATIONS
Kerix Jad is headquartered in Lima, Peru.
We have a strong presence with representatives based in key locations, including London, New York, Mexico, and Panama. In addition to our in-house teams, we collaborate with strategic partners across various countries, extending our global reach and enhancing our ability to execute projects and initiatives effectively. These international relationships allow us to leverage local expertise, navigate regional markets, and foster growth opportunities in diverse geographical areas, ensuring the continued success and expansion of our operations worldwide.
OUR TEAM
Our expert board and leadership team bring decades of experience and diverse expertise across the mining industry and other sectors, enabling us to drive growth, innovation, and sustainability. Their strategic insight and cross-industry knowledge guide the company toward long-term success while upholding ethical practices and creating value for all stakeholders.
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Our Team
Alfredo Hurtado Chihuantito
Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Mr. Hurtado is a visionary leader with over 20 years of experience in the mining industry. He has grown Kerix Jad from a small regional mining company into a major mining consortium. A native of Cusco, Peru, Mr. Hurtado graduated from the National University of San Antonio Abad.
Andres Aquino
Chief Business Development Officer (CBDO)
Mr. Aquino has significantly expanded Kerix Jad’s global footprint and has secured strategic partnerships with his strong network of contacts in the mining, energy, finance and investment communities. Based in New York City, Mr. Aquino is a native of the Dominican Republic, and earned his BA and MA from Boston College.
David Liang
Chief Information Officer (CIO),
Board of Directors
Mr. Liang is a seasoned technology leader with a deep passion for driving digital transformation and innovation at Kerix Jad. His strong analytical mind and ability to communicate complex operational, financial, and technological concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences make him a valuable asset to the organization. As Chief Information Officer (CIO), Mr. Liang is responsible for shaping the company’s IT strategy, managing infrastructure, overseeing operations, and maintaining strategic communications with third-party partners and vendors. A native of Canada, he is a graduate of the University of Toronto.
Alfonso E. Beraun Calisto
Senior Legal Advisor
Mr. Beraun is a lawyer with a strong background in mining law and investment project management. He graduated from Alas Peruanas University with a degree in law and specialized in Mining Investment Project Management at the Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos. He also holds a specialization in Mining and Environmental Law from Alas Peruanas University.
Bruce Youb
Senior Advisor, Board of Directors
Mr. Youb retired as an Independent Insurance Broker and Insurance Agency owner in Canada with 29 years of experience focused on international risks and financial products. By providing surety and insurance for mining companies in Canada, he gained a solid understanding of the industry.
In recent years, Mr. Youb acted specifically as a sales and marketing consultant supporting companies meet sales objectives across international borders, and designing, building and implementing international sales and marketing strategies. Additionally, using his finance background with international surety and documentary credits, he assists companies and clients with placing their digital assets internationally to create capital for their projects. Mr Youb has used his experience as an expert architect of distributed ledger and blockchain technology to draft and be granted the US Patent no: 11,188,977.
Randy Herrera
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Mr. Herrera is a visionary technologist and blockchain pioneer holding degrees and certifications from the University of Rhode Island, Princeton and Northwestern University. With a strong academic foundation and real-world experience in creative design, technology and finance, Randy brings a unique blend of expertise to the forefront of the fast-evolving technology landscape. His background in blockchain technology, tokenization, and decentralized finance enables him to navigate complex technological landscapes and identify opportunities for innovation. Randy's experience in navigating over $1B+ in international deals and forming strategic partnerships further solidifies his ability to drive technological transformation.
Mr. Herrera is committed to harnessing the power of technology to enhance Kerix Jad's operations, drive efficiency, and unlock new revenue streams. He explores emerging technologies such as Web3, IoT, and AI to optimize mining processes, improve sustainability, and foster collaboration across the industry. Randy's vision is to establish Kerix Jad as a beacon of innovation, embracing technological advancements to drive growth, reduce environmental impact, and promote social responsibility. Through his leadership, Kerix Jad is poised to set new standards for the mining industry, leveraging technology to create a more sustainable and equitable future.
Josh Van Zak
Chief Innovation Officer (CIO)
Josh is a MIT graduate who has a passion for enabling people to build the world in which they want to live. Josh has done a postgraduate fellowship in systems biology at Harvard Medical School, received the Quest AI Award for Artificial Intelligence research, and led his own research at Yale University and the University of Cambridge. His research spans xenobiotic materials, international peace, and artificial intelligence, and his projects have been featured in DEZEEN Magazine, Netflix’s Abstract, the Wall Street Journal, the National Design Awards, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Cooper Hewitt Museum, Centre Pompidou, and Smithsonian Museum. Josh is also an advisor to the MIT Media Lab and Engineering Innovation Group at MIT, as well as the Diagnostics Accelerator at Harvard Medical School. He has also been designated as a UNESCO Peace Fellow.
Gustavo Velez
Geologist Qualified Person
Geologist Engineer CIP UNI, MBA ESAN, MSc(c) Geology UNMSM, Competent person under JORC Code MAusIMM (CP) ,Post graduate Diploma in M&A from ESAN, Post graduate Diploma in Geoestatistics from ALBERTA, with international experience (USA, Mexico, Argentina, Peru), 25 years of professional development, during this time I have been able to work in all phases of mining industry, such as exploration, development of mining projects , mine operation, mine planning, as well as implementation of information systems in real-time, and reduction costs . Experience in copper, base metals, gold and industrial mineral mines. Strong knowledge of financial statements.
Cesar A. Malpartida García
Legal Advisor
Mr. Malpartida is a lawyer for Kerix Jad with a specialization in civil business law and international law in foreign trade. He is a graduate of Antenor Orrego University and the Foreign Trade Center of the Chamber of Commerce of the Piemonte Region in Italy, two of the most prestigious institutions in their respective fields.
Mirlet Carpio Hermoza
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
Ms. Carpio Hermoza’s strong communications skills play a key role in Kerix Jad’s interactions with clients, collaborators, and local communities. She has experience in water and mining projects. Ms. Carpio Hermoza studied at the National University of San Antonio Abad in Cusco.
Americo S. Villafuerte
Mining Advisor
Mr. Villafuerte is a mine engineer with more than thirty years of experience in the mining industry, managing world class mining projects across North and South America and Europe. He is a graduate of San Antonio University of Cusco, Peru. He is also certified in Open Pit Mining Engineering, from Queen's University, Ontario, Canada, and holds a Global MBA from Thunderbird University, Phoenix, Arizona USA. He has extensive experience in mineral trading and exploration, mining operations, mine construction, mine commisioning, re-engineering and public relations in the Mining industry.
Jose Carlos Miras
Panama Representative
Graduate in Business Administration and originally from Lorca-Spain. Tireless entrepreneur, he has dedicated more than 30 years to developing and improving new projects in the real estate, technological and financial sectors. Always in search of excellence in processes and the application of technology, he has highlighted the development of innovative real estate projects in Spain and Panama. That experience has led him in recent years to dedicate himself to the world of startup consulting, finance and technology. Advising new ventures and companies in their processes implementation, growth and opening of new markets.
Roberto Piña Pérez
Mexico Representative
Mr. Piña represents Kerix Jad in its cement mining project in Mexico. He holds a degree in Veterinarian Medicine and a Master’s degree in Business Administration. He is the Business Director of H2 Construcciones, where he serves as technical director for the company’s cement projects in partnership with Asian Projects de México and Complant in Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean.
Marco Antonio Montalvo
Member, Board of Directors
Mr. Montalvo is an electrical engineer and a graduate of San Antonio Abad University of Cusco. He has extensive experience in the mining field and is General Manager of Montalvo Ingenieros SAC, in charge of developing mining works and projects.
Percy Edilberto Silva García
Member, Board of Directors
Mr. Silva is an economist and a graduate of San Antonio Abad University of Cusco. He holds a postgraduate degree in Finance from the Catholic University of Peru. He also pursued specialization studies in Administration, Public Investment Projects, Regional Development Planning, Formulation and Evaluation of Agroindustrial Projects at San Antonio Abad University of Cusco.
