Mr Misra holds a Bachelor of Technology degree in Mining Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Varanasi, India and a Bachelor of Computer Science degree from Murdoch University.

Mr Misra is an experienced mining engineer with over 30 years’ industry experience. He has gained his experience working through small and large mining companies in Australia, Africa and Asia.

Mr Misra’s primary expertise is in start-up of the new mining businesses in any jurisdiction, recommencement of dormant mines, mine management, feasibility studies, acquisition of assets, turn around management, corporate restructuring, exploration project management, IPOs and stock exchange listing.

Mr Misra served on the board of ASX listed Company (India Resources Limited) as Managing Director for 9 years as well as on several unlisted boards (private limited).

Mr Misra has worked on numerous high-profile projects for RIO Tinto, BHP Mitsubishi Alliance, Mount Isa Mines (Glencore), Anglo American (Zambia), Griffin Coal, Norseman Gold, Brandrill Limited and India Resources Limited.

Mr Misra is a director of Aranak Pty Ltd and non-executive advisor to several mining companies. Mr Misra is a member of the Australasia Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.