Gryphon Gold Corporation announced the appointment of William B. Goodhard as an independent director to the company's Board, effective November 16, 2012. Mr. Goodhard has more than 35 years experience as a Chief Geologist, General Manager and Project Manager, and most recently served as Vice President of Health and Safety at Kinross Gold Corporation. Mr. Goodhard succeeds Dr. Donald W. Gentry, who passed away in July 2012.