First Phosphate Corp CEO John Passalacqua and newly appointed Advisory Board member Gary Stanley announced a significant addition to the company’s leadership. With over four decades of experience at the U.S. Department of Commerce in Washington, DC, Stanley brings a wealth of knowledge and strategic insight to First Phosphate Corp.
During his distinguished career, spanning administrations from Ronald Reagan to Joe Biden, Stanley has played a pivotal role in shaping American supply chains and bolstering U.S. global competitiveness across vital industries, including critical minerals, metals, and chemicals.
Passalacqua underscored Stanley’s key role as the principal architect of the 2019 US Federal Critical Minerals Strategy, a foundational document guiding the nation’s critical mineral supply chain objectives. This initiative not only influenced policy frameworks but also fostered collaboration between the U.S. and its allies, including the establishment of the USA-Canada Critical Minerals Working Group in 2019. Under Stanley’s leadership, this group has advanced critical minerals projects, promoting cooperation and innovation in the sector. 
Stanley’s appointment to First Phosphate Corp’s advisory board signifies a strategic alignment aimed at harnessing his unparalleled expertise to drive the company’s growth and success in the critical minerals landscape.
As First Phosphate Corp navigates regulatory complexities and market dynamics, Stanley’s guidance will be invaluable. With his deep understanding of critical minerals issues, he is poised to contribute significantly to the company’s mission of unlocking value and fostering innovation in the sector.
Stay tuned for updates as First Phosphate Corp capitalizes on Stanley’s expertise to solidify its position as a leader in the critical minerals industry.
