Bradford Cooke, the founder and Chairman of Endeavour Silver and President of the Silver Institute, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly in Vancouver, BC at the age of 67.
Cooke served as an industry voice in creating public awareness of the silver industry. He was an accomplished geologist with nearly five decades of experience in the metals and mining industry.
Michael DiRienzo, Executive Director of the Silver Institute, said, “We are extremely saddened to learn of Brad’s passing. Our members relied on Brad for his experience and keen insight, especially his passionate dedication to sustainability and environmental, social, and governance issues. We will miss him greatly.”
Cooke collaborated on numerous humanitarian projects over many years to make a positive difference. He instilled corporate social responsibility at Endeavour from the start in the communities near its mines.