Ur-Energy Inc. Appoints Jade Walle as VP of Finance

By Ahmed Jameison • Wednesday, September 24 15:37 • Permanent Link

Ur-Energy Inc. has announced the appointment of Jade Walle as the Vice President of Finance. Walle brings with him extensive experience in corporate finance, capital markets, and financial reporting within the mining and energy sectors. His appointment is aimed at strengthening Ur-Energy's leadership team as the company expands its in situ uranium recovery operations in Wyoming.

Walle's previous role was as an audit partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) from 2011 to 2024. He has a strong background in technical accounting and capital markets, having also served in PwC's global capital markets group in London, where he assisted non-U.S. companies with U.S. market transactions and SEC reporting.

Ur-Energy's CFO, Roger Smith, expressed enthusiasm about Walle joining the team, emphasizing the importance of Walle's financial expertise and strategic leadership as the company prepares for the next phase of growth. Walle's appointment reflects the company's commitment to strengthening its finance organization and preparing for the future as part of its long-term succession planning strategy.

Walle's depth of experience in accounting, capital markets, and leadership is expected to be instrumental as Ur-Energy expands its operations at the Lost Creek and prepares to bring the Shirley Basin online in early 2026.

Ur-Energy is a uranium mining company operating the Lost Creek in situ recovery uranium facility in Wyoming. The company has produced and packaged approximately 3 million pounds of U3O8 from Lost Creek since the commencement of operations. Additionally, Ur-Energy has commenced development and construction activities at Shirley Basin, its second in situ recovery uranium facility in Wyoming.

The primary trading market for Ur-Energy's common shares is on the NYSE American under the symbol "URG," with its corporate office located in Littleton, Colorado, and its registered office in Ottawa, Ontario.

Jade Walle's addition to the leadership team comes as Ur-Energy continues to make significant strides in its uranium recovery and processing activities, reflecting the company's commitment to strengthening its financial leadership and positioning itself for future growth. Today the company's shares have moved -1.49% to a price of $1.655. Check out the company's full 8-K submission here.

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