December 9, 2009 (FinancialWire) — Plateau Mineral Development, Inc. (OTC: PMDP), along with its partner, Plateau Mineral Development LLC, has appointed William Strange as president, effective immediately.

William “Bill” Strange has thirty years of experience in the refineries, petro-chemical, and oil field. He is well-versed in bio-remediation, pipefitting and fabrication, process troubleshooting and construction management. Strange was employed for more than ten years by Raines Contractors in Galena Park, Texas, where he served as construction manager and marketing director, whilst heading the bio-remediation department.

He supervised daily operations, implemented safety programs, initiated business development projects, and took part in contract negotiations. Principally, he acted as chief negotiator between the company and Chevron. Presently, Strange acts as a consultant for Jarrell Welding and Fabrication where he assists with new business opportunities, participates in construction contract negotiations, and troubleshoots jobs.

Plateau Mineral Development, Inc. specializes in the exploration and development of energy sources. Its partner, Plateau Mineral Development LLC, has been in existence for over five years with successful new wells and rework wells selling both gas and oil.

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