Pierre Lassonde
Pierre Lassonde is the Founder of the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute at the University of Utah. With over 25 years of experience in the mining and investment industry, he is regarded as one of Canada’s foremost experts in mining and precious metals. This talented businessman is a prominent gold investor, analyst, and commentator. A committed and generous philanthropist, Lassonde is also an active supporter of the arts and education in both Canada and the United States.
Pierre Lassonde Professional Experience / Academic History
Professional Experience
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Founder
Academic History
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BS, Electrical Engineering
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Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- In March 2005, Lassonde was elected the Chairman of the World Gold Council.
- He earned the qualification of Chartered Financial Analyst from the University of Virginia in 1984.
- His cumulative giving to the University of Toronto exceeds $10 million, the largest contribution to mineral/mining engineering education in Canadian University history.
- He has appeared as a guest on Real Vision.
AWARDS
- Order of Canada (2002)
- Officer of the Order of Quebec (2008)
- Mining Man of the Year
- Developer of the Year
- Canadian Mining Hall of Fame 2013
- Daniel C. Jackling Award of the Society of Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration
- David Foster Foundation Visionary Award
- Honorary Doctor Degree, the University of Toronto (2001)
- Honorary Doctor Degree, the University of Montreal (2002)
- Honorary Doctor Degree, the University of Utah (2006)
- Honorary Doctor Degree, the Ryerson University (2006)
QUOTES
“Do your 10,000 hours to get that preparation, then get on as many roads as you can, get naked on the freeway, and opportunity will come.”
“Be seen and be in the way of opportunity.”