Vangold Mining Corp. announces that Richard Silas has joined its Board of Directors. Mr. Silas is currently Corporate Secretary of Barksdale Capital Corp. During his tenor as President and Director of Barksdale, he played a vital role in acquiring the company's Sunnyside project in Santa Cruz County, Arizona. Also, Xavier Wenzel will be expanding his role with the company, becoming corporate secretary in addition to his current position of chief financial officer.