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MBA graduate of Capella University, an accredited online university, named President and CEO of Unigold Inc.
Andrew Cheatle, MBA, who graduated from the online university in 2005, also named to Unigold's board of directors
MINNEAPOLIS, October 31, 2011 – Andrew Cheatle, P.Geo, MBA, ARSM, an MBA graduate of Capella University, an accredited online university* that has built its reputation by providing high-quality online degree programs for working adults, has been named President and CEO of Unigold Inc. In addition to his responsibilities as President and CEO, Cheatle will be appointed to the Unigold Board of Directors.
Unigold is a growth-oriented junior natural resource company focused primarily on exploring and developing a large land position in the Dominican Republic. Cheatle has more than 25 years experience as a geoscientist, including mineral extraction, development, consulting, and exploration work with senior and junior mining companies, as well as an international consultancy. He has previously held numerous senior management positions with Anglo American Corporation, JCI Limited, and AMEC plc.
"I am delighted with my appointment as President and CEO of Unigold Inc. and thank Capella University for an excellent MBA degree program that has augmented well with my technical background. The leadership and business skills learned and developed during and since my MBA program give me added confidence in delivering on the opportunities ahead," Cheatle said.
As of Sept. 30, 2011, more than 35,000 students are pursuing an online degree at Capella, with nearly 80 percent enrolled in Capella's doctoral degree programs and master's degree programs. The learning and career outcomes of Capella's students and alumni can be found at www.capellaresults.org.
About Capella University
Capella University (www.capella.edu) is an accredited online university* that has built its reputation by providing quality online degree programs for working adults. Nearly 80 percent of Capella students are currently enrolled in master's, specialist, or doctoral degree programs in business, counseling, education, health administration, homeland security, human resource management, human services, information technology, nonprofit management and leadership, nursing, psychology, public administration, public health, public safety, and social work. Capella also offers bachelor's degree programs in business, information technology, nursing, psychology, and public safety. Within those areas, Capella currently offers 140 graduate and undergraduate specializations and 17 certificate programs. More than 35,000 learners were enrolled as of September 30, 2011, from all 50 states and 59 other countries. Capella is committed to providing high-caliber academic excellence and pursuing balanced business growth. Founded in 1993, Capella University is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Capella Education Company, headquartered in Minneapolis. For more information, please visit http://www.capella.edu or call 1.888.CAPELLA (227.3552)..
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* Capella University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA), www.ncahlc.org.
Capella University, Capella Tower, 225 South Sixth Street, Ninth Floor, Minneapolis, MN 55402, 1.888.CAPELLA (227.3552), www.capella.edu.
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