USPR.OB gold, silver and copper mining development in the U.S. and Mexico

U.S. PRECIOUS METALS, INC.

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U.S. Precious Metals, Inc. is based in Lake Mary, Florida. The mission is to discover, acquire, define and develop gold deposits and other valuable metals, primarily in Mexico, but also throughout the Americas. The company strives to build shareholder value, and conducts its business in a highly ethical, socially and environmentally responsible manner.

Mr. Jerry Pane, Chief Executive Officer, Director

Mr. Jerry Pane was formerly a licensed equity and commodity trader and partner in Madison Trading, LLC, New York. He is President and largest shareholder in Worldwide Mining Partners, a privately held company currently building a facility to process precious metals in southern California.

David W. Burney, President, Director

Mr. David W. Burney was appointed President of the Company in December 2007 and Director of the Company on October 1, 2009. He is the Managing Director of the Mexican subsidiary, U.S. Precious Metals de Mexico responsible for the exploration and drilling of the Solidaridad Concessions in southeastern Michoacán, Mexico. Mr. Burney explored for porphyry copper systems with Kennecott Exploration from 2004 to 2006 evaluating and drilling properties in Arizona, New Mexico and Utah. As adjunct faculty with Cochise College, Sierra Vista, AZ. he taught geology courses while continuing exploration in the southwest U.S. and Sonora, Mexico. Mr. Burney began his career with AMAX Lead Company of Missouri, Buick Mine, in southeast Missouri. During his tenure with AMAX he was an underground mine geologist and later assigned to the mine's exploration group. Mr. Burney holds a Master's Degree in Geology from New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology. He is a member of the Mining and Metallurgical Society of America, Society of Economic Geologists and the Association of Missouri Geologists.

Mr. John Gildea, Chairman of the Board, Chief Operating Officer

Mr. John Gildea has over 15 years experience in the financial sector, he is the Co Founder and partner in SGG Enterprises which is an investment consultants/portfolio management business. In October 2011, SGG enterprises formed a partnership with U.S. investment group "The Broadsmoore Group". Mr. Gildea holds the position of VP in Broadsmoore International. Mr. Gildea is currently Chairman and COO of U.S. based exploration company U.S. Precious Metals.

From 1998 to 2007 he held numerous posts with Allied Irish Bank, one of Irelands largest banks. Prior to that Mr. Gildea worked as an electronic engineer with Intel Corp. In his capacity with SGG enterprises Mr. Gildea holds a number of directorships in public and private companies both in Europe and the U.S.

On a personal level Mr. Gildea has been involved in both the domestic and overseas property markets and has been involved in projects in Ireland, Scandinavia, Eastern Europe and South Africa.

In Sports Mr. Gildea has represented his County and Province (Gaelic football) for 13 years and has received numerous awards. He also played in the All American Gaelic championships and holds a winning medal with Donegal Boston. Known as an intense competitor, Mr. Gildea has brought this trait to his business dealings as well as a wealth of contacts generated from playing at the top level. Mr. Gildea has an Electronic Degree out of LYIT. He also holds a letter in Banking from the Institute of Bankers in Ireland.

Mr. David Cutler, Chief Financial Officer

Mr. David Cutler (age 56) has more than 30 years of experience in international finance, accounting and business administration. Mr. Cutler has a Masters degree from St. Catherine College in Cambridge, England and qualified as a British Chartered Accountant and as Chartered Tax Advisor with Arthur Andersen & Co. in London. He was subsequently admitted as a Fellow of the UK Institute of Chartered Accountants. Since arriving in the United States, Mr. Cutler has qualified as a Certified Public Accountant, a Certified Valuation Analyst of the National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts and obtained an executive MBA from Colorado State University.

Daniel H. Luciano, Director and Corporate Attorney

Mr. Daniel H. Luciano formerly served as Chief Operating Officer, and is currently a director and acts as special counsel to the company. He is a sole practitioner focusing on a corporate/securities practice. Mr. Luciano represents foreign and domestic corporations before the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the preparations and filings of all required forms and reports. He also assists clients with FINRA, OTCBB and NASDAQ filings. Mr. Luciano is a member of the New Jersey and Texas Bar.

Mr. Sheldon Baer, Director

Mr. Sheldon Baer formerly served as the Chief Operating Officer of the Company. He is also currently the President of Golden Hands Construction Inc., a company which he personally founded in 1977. Golden Hands specializes in construction of medical, commercial and industrial facilities, including mining facilities. Golden Hands Construction has been featured in prestigious publications such as the Physician Magazine of the Los Angeles Medical Association and Contract Magazine.

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