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As a geological consultant and technical advisor to listed and private companies as well as investment groups, Mike fully understands the importance of a Certified Professional Geologist's ethics and responsibilities and for upholding the American Institute of Professional Geologist's Code of Conduct. Throughout his career Mike has developed a wealth of experience and achievements and is committed to providing his clients the conceptual geological skills fundamental for exploration and mining success.

"Mike Othitis, a private consultant and owner of Medusa geo-Consulting LLC has performed several potential mine and mine expansion evaluations for Turtle Creek Mining in Zimbabwe. Mike has always produced quality reports, with detailed back up information on a timely basis. His in-depth knowledge of the geology, new technology and mineralization has been invaluable in our ventures. We would highly recommend his services to anyone interested in exploring or expanding their mining operations".

John Gizardas, CEO, Turtle Creek Zimbabwe Limited.

“I have always found Mike to be thoroughly professional, detail orientated and cost effective. His experience in the Mine Geology environment is not paralleled by many Technical Consultants. I would not hesitate to recommend him to any Mining Company looking for a Gold Exploration and Mining Geologist. I have known Mike for many years in both a personal and professional capacity. I can confirm without reservations that he operates both his personal and professional life with the highest levels of integrity."

Ian Saunders, V.P & CEO, New Dawn Mining Corp.

“Mike always strives to go the extra mile for his client by understanding the problem and applying his skills to both deliver the results and suggesting other avenues to investigate. He has a great rapport with the people he works with and I would have no hesitation in using his consultancy services again.”

Trevor Clarke, Group Geologist, New Dawn Mining Corp.

“Mike is a Geological and Mining Consultant of superlative repute. His workmanship coupled with deep and detailed knowledge of Mining Geology and Exploration fundamentals makes him a unique and invaluable source of professional opinion. He is extensively conversant with NI 43-101 reporting statutes and all the other internationally accredited mineral resource/reserve procedures. He is fluent in all Mineral definition castes from green-fields and brown-fields exploration right up to mine production. Working with Mike is a value-adding and eye opening opportunity not to be missed."

George Rusike, Geological Superintendent, Casmyn Mining Zimbabwe.

"Mike Othitis served as our Exploration Manager for Kenya in the capacity of Senior Consulting Geologist and Qualified Person under N.I. 43‐101. He developed and oversaw implementation of broad‐based regional exploration programs on the ground and also oversaw a successful core drilling program at Odundu. He was extremely meticulous and always strived to work as quickly and economically as possible. The quality of his reports, budgets, data base and other technical data was outstanding. Mr. Othitis is a highly talented geologist with outstanding technical and professional skills as well as personal attributes. We recommend him without reservation to your organization, as he will surely contribute to the success of your organization as he has done for ours."

Irwin Olian, CEO, African Queen Mines.

"Mike Othitis was our Group Chief Geologist overseeing all of our company properties and Exclusive Prospecting Orders (EPOs) and acted as Mine Manager for three years. I have had a close working relationship during Michael's 13-year career with Falcon Gold and have found him to be a very capable and dedicated employee and consultant."

W.J. Roets, General Manager, Falcon Gold Zimbabwe Limited.

"Mike Othitis worked as a consultant for several years overseeing the geology department and exploration programs at Golden Valley Mine. Not only did he provide quality reports for both underground and surface exploration programs, but also for the discovery of the Golden Valley north extension culminating into a shaft sinking program."

William Teasdale, General Manager, John Mack & Co.