• Equinox Gold named Chuck Jeannes chairman, replacing Ross Beaty, who moved to chairman emeritus and special advisor roles.
• CEO Darren Hall will retire effective Oct. 31, 2026; Jason Simpson will succeed him following a three-month transition.
• Simpson is currently president; Jeannes cited his leadership during a sustained period of growth at Orla.
• The reconstituted board includes Hall as CEO and Simpson as president, reflecting the post-combination leadership structure.

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