Dr Bettenay is a geologist and geochemist with over 30 years’ experience in multi-commodity exploration
within Australia and overseas, having graduated from the University of Western Australia with an Honours
degree in Geology in 1972 and with a PhD awarded in 1978.
Dr Bettenay has directed a private consulting company (Inkanti Pty L td) since 1985 and has held staff
positions in a number of companies including Principal Geochemist at BHP Minerals (1992-1995), Chief
Geochemist at MIM Exploration (1995-1998), Chief Geologist for Homestake Australia (1998-2000) and
Chief Geologist for Sipa Resources (2003-2008). He is an authority on exploration geochemistry techniques
and is an External Research Fellow at the University of Western Australia. His uranium experience includes
consulting to Uranez Australia L td (1988-1991).
