SSR Mining Appoints New Board Director

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SSR Mining Inc. (NASDAQ: SSRM) announced the appointment of Ms. Leigh Ann Fisher to its Board of Directors. With over 30 years of experience in finance and leadership, Ms. Fisher previously served as Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer of Alcoa Corporation until 2020. Her expertise includes human resources and procurement. Chairman Michael Anglin expressed confidence in her ability to enhance the board's effectiveness. SSR Mining is a prominent gold company with four operating assets producing approximately 794,000 gold-equivalent ounces in 2021.

Positive

• Leigh Ann Fisher brings over 30 years of relevant finance and leadership experience.
• Her appointment could strengthen the board's capability in financial oversight and human capital management.

Negative

• Transitioning to a new board member may present temporary disruptions in strategic continuity.

DENVER, March 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - SSR Mining Inc. (NASDAQ: SSRM) (TSX: SSRM) (ASX: SSR) ("SSR Mining" or the "Company") announces the appointment of Ms. Leigh Ann Fisher to its Board of Directors (the "Board").

Ms. Fisher brings over 30 years of finance, human capital, and leadership experience to the Board. Most recently, Ms. Fisher served as Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer of Alcoa Corporation from 2016 until her retirement in 2020. As Chief Administrative Officer, Ms. Fisher had responsibility for human resources, procurement, information technology/automation solutions, global shared services, and business process optimization. From 2013 to 2016, Ms. Fisher held the role of Chief Financial Officer for Alcoa's Global Primary Products Group, responsible for managing finance and business analysis for Alcoa's worldwide primary products system.

Michael Anglin, Chairman of the Board, stated, "We are pleased to have attracted someone of the caliber of Leigh Ann and welcome her to the SSR Mining Board of Directors. Her strong finance and human capital experience complements our current board members and we look forward to her being a valuable member of the Board as we continue to execute our strategy."

About SSR Mining

SSR Mining Inc. is a leading, free cash flow focused intermediate gold company with four producing assets located in the USA, Turkey, Canada, and Argentina, combined with a global pipeline of high-quality development and exploration assets in the USA, Turkey, Mexico, Peru, and Canada. In 2021, the four operating assets produced approximately 794,000 gold-equivalent ounces. SSR Mining is listed under the ticker symbol SSRM on the NASDAQ and the TSX, and SSR on the ASX.

SSR Mining Contacts

F. Edward Farid, Executive Vice President, Chief Corporate Development Officer
Alex Hunchak, Director, Corporate Development and Investor Relations

SSR Mining Inc.
E-Mail: invest@ssrmining.com
Phone: +1 (416) 306-5789

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SOURCE SSR Mining Inc.

FAQ

Who is Leigh Ann Fisher and what is her role at SSR Mining?

Leigh Ann Fisher is appointed as a new Board Director at SSR Mining, bringing over 30 years of finance and leadership experience.

What impact might Fisher's appointment have on SSR Mining?

Her extensive background in finance and human resources may strengthen SSR Mining’s governance and strategic direction.

When was Leigh Ann Fisher appointed to the SSR Mining Board?

Leigh Ann Fisher was appointed on March 3, 2022.

What is SSR Mining's primary business focus?

SSR Mining is focused on gold production and has four operating assets with a significant output of 794,000 gold-equivalent ounces in 2021.