. RDI RDI - Rockwell Diamonds Incorporated - Changes to board ROCKWELL DIAMONDS INCORPORATED (A company incorporated in accordance with the laws of British Columbia, Canada) (Incorporation number BCO354545) (Formerly Rockwell Ventures Inc.) (South African registration number: 2007/031582/10) Share code on the JSE Limited: RDI ISIN: CA77434W1032 Share code on the TSX: RDI CUSIP Number: 77434W103 Share code on the OTCBB: RDIAF ("Rockwell") ROCKWELL CEO RESIGNS December 14, 2010, Vancouver, BC - Rockwell Diamonds Inc. ("Rockwell" or the "Company") (TSX: RDI; JSE: RDI; OTCBB: RDIAF) announces that Dr. John Bristow has resigned from the position as President and CEO of the Company. The Board of Directors has had in place over the last year a senior corporate management growth strategy initiative, which has involved the successful recruitment of a new Chief Operational Officer (COO), Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and other senior operational and financial management. As part of this process, the Company plans to complete the engagement of an experienced senior executive as President and CEO who has equal financial and operational background. In the interim, the COO and CFO are reporting to a Board Committee. The Board is also in discussion with Dr. Bristow, who remains as a Director, to provide consulting services to the Company to maintain continuity during the transition period. The Board wishes to extend its thanks to Dr. Bristow for a sustained effort and unflinching commitment to Rockwell Diamonds' success, and wish him well in his next endeavors. For further information on Rockwell and its operations in South Africa, please contact Investor Services at (604) 684-6365 or within North America at 1-800-667-2114. On Behalf of the Board David J. Copeland Chairman Quelle: http://www.fin24.com/News/SENS/?ArticleId=366410 |