Showcase Minerals Inc. (CSE: SHOW) (FSE: ZJ0) announced on April 15, 2026, the appointment of Dylan Hunko as Chief Executive Officer and Malcolm Davidson, CPA, CA, as Chief Financial Officer, both effective immediately. Hunko succeeds Rene Bernard, who transitions to the Board of Directors, while Davidson replaces Bruno Fruscalzo, who has resigned. The dual executive appointments signal a strategic effort to strengthen operational and financial leadership as the company advances its British Columbia mineral exploration projects.

Key Points

  • Showcase Minerals Inc. (CSE: SHOW) announced a simultaneous CEO and CFO transition effective April 15, 2026
  • Dylan Hunko appointed CEO; Malcolm Davidson, CPA, CA appointed CFO and Corporate Secretary
  • Outgoing CEO Rene Bernard remains on the Board; outgoing CFO Bruno Fruscalzo has resigned
  • Investors may be watching how the new leadership team accelerates exploration at the Premier East, Grassy Gold, and Comstock properties

Dylan Hunko's Geology and Exploration Background Shapes CEO Appointment

Dylan Hunko brings hands-on exploration credentials to the chief executive role. A co-founder of HEG & Associates Exploration Services Inc., he holds a Bachelor of Science in Geology from the University of British Columbia Okanagan and has worked extensively across western Canada. Most recently, Hunko served as Chief Operating Officer at Enduro Metals Corp. (TSXV: ENDR), where the release states he led the safe and efficient advancement of a flagship property in British Columbia's Golden Triangle. The company cited his focus on disciplined execution, safety, community engagement, and collaboration with First Nations as key attributes underpinning his selection.

Malcolm Davidson's 25-Year Mining Finance Career Bolsters Showcase's Financial Leadership

Incoming CFO Malcolm Davidson is a Chartered Accountant and Chartered Professional Accountant with more than 25 years of experience across the mining sector, according to the announcement. He holds an accounting degree from the British Columbia Institute of Technology and an ICD.D designation from the Institute of Corporate Directors through the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto. Davidson has served as CFO and compliance officer for multiple public and private mining and technology companies, with experience spanning TSX- and NYSE-listed firms. The company said his expertise in financial strategy, governance, and regulatory compliance will strengthen its capital markets capabilities.

Board Continuity and Governance Stability Maintained Through Leadership Transition

Showcase Minerals confirmed that all four current directors will remain on the board and continue supporting the organisation through management and corporate functions. Outgoing CEO Rene Bernard's transition to a board seat is structured to preserve governance continuity during the leadership change. The announcement emphasises that ongoing board involvement is intended to provide strategic oversight and operational guidance as the company advances its mineral properties, including the Premier East and Grassy Gold Projects near Stewart, BC, and the Comstock silver property near Silverton, BC.