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Gunnison Copper Appoints Bjorn Meyer As COO Today

PUBLISHED Jun 26, 2026, 6:19 AM ET

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Phoenix, Arizona — On June 26, 2026, Gunnison Copper Corp. appointed Bjorn Meyer as Chief Operating Officer to strengthen its executive team while advancing production at the Johnson Camp Mine and accelerating development of the Gunnison Copper Project in southern Arizona. Meyer succeeds Robert Winton, who led the Johnson Camp Mine through construction, commissioning, and into production over more than five years. The company said Meyer brings over 20 years of Arizona mining experience, including leadership roles at SSR Mining’s Cripple Creek & Victor, Pacific battery-manufacturing work at Panasonic Energy, and two decades at ASARCO. This week Gunnison reiterated its plan to use experienced operational leadership to progress mine output and project milestones, aligning with its objective to supply U.S. manufacturing and defense supply chains.

By Emily Rhodes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Gunnison acquires and develops multiple deposits in the Cochise Mining District, Southern Arizona.
Robert Winton leads Johnson Camp Mine through construction, commissioning, and production over five-plus years.
Bjorn Meyer accumulates two decades of Arizona mining experience at ASARCO, Panasonic Energy, and SSR Mining.
Company issues press release announcing Meyer's appointment as COO on June 26, 2026.
Gunnison states plans to advance Johnson Camp Mine production and accelerate Gunnison Project development.

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Bjorn Meyer's appointment as COO of Gunnison Copper could impact Arizona's economy. With his 20 years of mining experience, expect potential job growth and increased production. If you're in the job market or invested in mining, keep an eye on Gunnison's progress.

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Who Benefited

Gunnison Copper gains operational and integration expertise through Bjorn Meyer’s appointment intended to accelerate production at Johnson Camp Mine and advance development of the Gunnison Copper Project, supporting the company’s supply ambitions for U.S. manufacturing and defense supply chains.

Who Impacted

The announcement does not identify specific harmed parties; it documents a leadership transition from Robert Winton to Bjorn Meyer after Winton’s five-year tenure guiding Johnson Camp Mine through construction and commissioning.

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