American Rare Earths hires ex-Newmont exec Nick Lissolo as VP to boost Halleck Creek project growth.

American Rare Earths has appointed Nick Lissolo, a former senior executive at Newmont Corporation, as Vice President of Corporate Development and Strategy. Lissolo brings 17 years of experience in mining finance and project evaluation, and will lead strategic partnerships and capital initiatives for the company's Halleck Creek Rare Earths Project in Wyoming. His local roots and industry expertise are expected to help advance the project, which aims to secure a domestic supply of rare earth minerals critical for U.S. technology and defense. This move signals American Rare Earths' transition from exploration to development, focusing on long-term value creation for shareholders.