ABOUT M2i
WHO WE ARE
For decades, the U.S. has relied on foreign imports for the essential minerals that underpin our military strength and technological advancements. This dependency poses significant risks to national security and economic stability, particularly as geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions threaten our access to these critical resources. The shift away from domestic mining and processing has left us vulnerable, with most global production controlled by nations like China and Russia. As technological innovation and the push towards Net Zero emissions drive unprecedented demand for these minerals, the need for a robust, domestic supply chain has never been more urgent.
Enter the Minerals Metals Initiatives (M2i), a pioneering firm dedicated to revitalizing America’s minerals and metals industry. Based in Nevada, M2i is leading the charge to establish a secure, reliable supply chain for critical minerals, crucial for both defense and economic prosperity. With a visionary leadership team and strategic partnerships, M2i is set to transform the industry by integrating mining, processing, recycling, and defense relations into a cohesive, future-focused operation. By tapping into this emerging opportunity, M2i aims to strengthen U.S. independence and support our allies with a stable supply of essential resources. Join us in this vital mission to safeguard and advance our nation’s security and economic future.
OUR LEADERSHIP
Douglas Cole
Executive Chairman
Douglas Cole is Executive Chairman of M2i Global, Inc. and brings over 44 years experience in Sales, Marketing, and Leadership roles, having run 8 Public and Private Companies. He has focused all of his time on Global Development of Start up companies and turnarounds and has raised millions of dollars for his companies.
As a Private and Public Chairman, CEO and board member, he has expanded every company he has been involved with, leveraging relationships globally. He has spoken at many Major Industry Conferences throughout his career.
Since 1995, Doug has been CEO of several Public Companies and has delivered as a turnaround expert. He has provided insight and leadership as a board member of U.S. and globally-focused companies.
Doug is a 1978 Graduate of the University of California, Berkeley, with a BA in Letters and Science. He was a member of Cal’s Rugby team and has remained active with the University of California ever since.
Major General (Ret) Alberto Rosende
President & CEO
In his distinguished military career, Al rose to the rank of Major General. In his last assignment, he served as the Commanding General of the 63rd Readiness Division, U.S. Army Reserve. In this role, he was responsible for Army Reserve facilities, equipment readiness, and personnel support across a seven-state region. His career included assignments at the highest levels of the U.S. Army Reserve, with service in the United States, Puerto Rico, Afghanistan, and Iraq. Among the numerous medals and awards he received during his military career are the Army Distinguished Service Medal, the Legion of Merit, and the Bronze Star Medal.
Al holds a B.S. Degree in Business Administration from Nova Southeastern University, an M.S. degree in National Security and Resource Strategy from the Eisenhower School of National Resource Strategy at the National Defense University, and an M.A. in Education and Human Development from The George Washington University.
OUR BOARD
Anthony Short
Anthony Short is an experienced Managing Director with a demonstrated history of working in the venture capital and private equity industry. Skilled in Investor Relations, Analytical Skills, Asset Management, Management, and Corporate Development. Strong business development professional currently focused in the hard rock resources space.
Douglas Maclellan
Mr. MacLellan has over 30 years of senior executive experience across natural resources, pharmaceuticals, telecom, software, and IT industries. He has been instrumental in developing and financing businesses globally, raising over $1 billion for development-stage and mid-cap companies. With 25 years of public company board experience, including 17 as an audit committee chair, he has guided corporate finance, mergers, and operational growth. A recognized industry speaker, he excels in strategic vision, branding, and driving high-growth results.
ADVISORY BOARD
Peter O’Rourke Sr.
Mr. O’Rourke currently serves as the managing partner of TCI Partners LLC and President of the National Association for Veterans Rights. In May of 2018 President Donald J. Trump appointed Peter as the Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs (acting) while serving as the Department’s Chief of Staff. Peter has been active in the manufacturing and supply chain industry as both the US President of Western Magnesium Corporation and Vice President of Blackland Aerospace. After serving honorably in the United States Navy and Air Force, Peter has been active in the healthcare, aerospace and critical metals industries along with supporting several non-profits focused on veteran’s rights and wellbeing.
Camilo Sandoval
Camilo served as Senior White House Advisor and Federal Chief Information Security Officer under the 45th President of the U.S., shaping national cybersecurity, AI, and tech acquisition policy. He oversaw $120B in federal tech budgets and later advised the 47th Presidential Transition. As CIO of the Department of Veterans Affairs, he managed a $4.5B IT budget and led 16,000 staff, modernizing digital health services for 9M veterans. He led the U.S. Department of the Treasury transition team, overseeing the confirmation process for the 77th Treasury Secretary and driving the implementation of the President’s Management Agenda within the administration’s first 100 days.
Jon Najarian
Jon Najarian is a professional investor, money manager, and media analyst whose on-air commentary has appeared on CNBC, Fox Business, NewsNation, and Newsmax. After a brief 1981 stint as a linebacker with the Chicago Bears, Jon moved to the trading pits, becoming a member of the CBOE, NYSE, CME, and CBOT and spending roughly 25 years as a floor trader. In 1990, he founded Mercury Trading, a CBOE market-making firm that he sold to Citadel in 2004. Jon later co-founded optionMONSTER and tradeMONSTER; in 2014 the brokerage merged with OptionsHouse under General Atlantic, and that combined business was acquired by E*TRADE for $725 million in 2016. Jon remains a pioneer in options education as co-founder of Market Rebellion. Jon brings M2i Global deep capital-markets expertise and strategic insight as the company advances a secure, U.S.-based critical-minerals supply chain.
Anthony Roger Moore
Mr. Moore is a global financial-services professional with over 55 years of experience across capital markets, equity fundraising, cross-border mergers & acquisitions, project finance, and asset management. Having lived, worked and transacted business in more than 30 countries, he brings a deeply international perspective to M2i Global’s Advisory Board. His public profile highlights leadership roles guiding emerging companies from startup through to trade sale or IPO outcomes. Mr. Moore leverages a global network spanning governments, financial institutions and corporations. A committed public-servant, he previously served as Chairman of the UK charity Action on Addiction. With decades of involvement in Africa, he has expressed a strong interest in responsible mining and mineral-value initiatives, including river-detoxification and artisanal-gold-mining-remediation efforts, as part of his vision for sustainable economic development across the continent.
Marc LoPresti
Marc LoPresti serves as Chief Executive Officer and Chief Market Strategist of Market Rebellion. He brings more than 25 years of experience in alternative investments, market strategy and private-wealth/family-office finance. He began his career on the trading floors of the New York Stock Exchange (and AMEX) with Lehman Brothers, and has since become a recognized securities-law attorney and advisor to family offices and emerging-growth companies. He has co-founded multiple firms spanning finance, data and media, and has advised on venture-capital and capital-markets initiatives domestically and abroad. A frequent commentator on CNBC, Fox Business, Bloomberg and Sirius XM, Marc is known for his insights into market structure, investor behavior and emerging asset classes. He holds a legal qualification and continues to advocate for responsible innovation across the alternative-investment landscape.
OUR TEAM
Roy Jansan
Mr. Jansan is an Indigenous Rak Mak Mak Marranunggu raised in Darwin (Northern Territory) and is the formal elder of his people. He specializes in the construction of mines, concrete manufacturing, remote construction projects and civil construction. Mr. Jansan has decades of experience building and constructing mining infrastructure and processing plants for public and private operations.
Rodney Illingworth
Rodney Illingworth is the longtime developer of new extraction technologies of strategic minerals and metals. He specializes in private mine and infrastructure development. Rodney has developed three resource projects to production over the last eight years. He has decades of history working on project funding and financial engineering; raising in excess of USD $300m for various projects in the form of equity and debt.
Deane Russell
Deane Russell, provides 40 year experience in corporate communications and business development. From the remote islands of Papua New Guinea and Northern Australia, Deane has been involved in major projects in oil and gas, mining, ports and infrastructure. His background includes media, politics, CEO of major industry associations and been a senior adviser for Prime Ministers and Chief Ministers for the Northern Territory.
Tom Payten
Dr. Tom Payten has over 15 years of experience in R&D and innovation in the resources sector, spanning various commodities and mining stages. As Managing Director of the Nova Terra Institute, he leads projects in water treatment, critical metal recovery, and water security, fostering collaborations among universities, industry, and government. His PhD, “Real-Time Sensors for Critical Minerals,” introduced novel detection methods, and he holds honorary positions at La Trobe and Curtin Universities for his contributions to research and innovation.
Mark Wexler
Mark Wexler is a seasoned entrepreneur and branding expert who has co-founded ventures that combine purpose-driven storytelling with market strategy to build impactful, socially responsible brands. In 2006, he co-founded Not For Sale, shaping its global identity to combat human trafficking and environmental degradation. He also co-founded REBBL and Dignita, leveraging his expertise to position them as successful social enterprises. Through Just Business, Mark helps incubate ventures prioritizing financial sustainability and social good, with his insights featured in major publications.
WHY M2i
We are at the forefront of addressing the imbalance in global supply chains and mitigating market instabilities. Our strategy is tailored to ensure the United States and its partners have uninterrupted access to essential materials, reinforcing our commitment to national and economic security.
