Exploration geologist with +20 years of experience in precious metals exploration, specializing in hydrothermal-deposit styles (epithermal, skarn & replacement, porphyry). He previously participated in and spearheaded the discovery of mineral resources in the Mexican states of Sonora, Durango and Zacatecas. He is currently VP of Exploration at Vizsla Silver Corp. Prior to Vizsla, he held roles with Fortuna Mines, First Majestic Silver and Industrias Peñoles. Jesus earned a B.Sc. from the University of Chihuahua, a M.Sc. from the University of Texas at El Paso and a Ph.D. (Epithermal deposits) from the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology.