About Us

Mark Ayranto is an accomplished mining executive with a demonstrated history of success in building and leading high-performing mining organizations. With deep experience spanning exploration, mine development, finance, and operations, Mark is uniquely positioned to drive growth and value creation at Silverco. As Chief Operating Officer at Victoria Gold, he was instrumental in advancing the Eagle Gold Mine from exploration through construction and operations, contributing to a dramatic increase in market capitalization from $8 million to over $1 billion at its peak.  

This team accomplishment was recognized with the AME’s 2021 EA Scholz Award for excellence in mine development, of which Mr. Ayranto was a key member. Mark is the founder and former chair of Banyan Gold.  He also served as President of the Yukon Chamber of Mines and Chair of the Yukon Mineral Advisory Board. 

Results oriented CPA, CA with extensive senior finance leadership at NYSE, Nasdaq, and TSX listed multinational mining, technology, and shipping companies. Key contributor to the Sierra Wireless management team, driving the successful $USD 1.3 billion sale to Semtech Corporation in January 2023, achieving a 3X share price increase. Proven ability to provide strategic leadership to senior management, foster strong investor and board relationships, and optimize cost and financial structures.

Nico is a mining engineer with extensive experience with both open pit and underground operations. A graduate of the University of British Columbia with a Mining Engineering degree, he brings extensive experience in gold, copper, and coal operations, across large-scale open pit and underground settings. He was head of technical services at Victoria Gold and Underground Mine Engineer at the Minto mine.