Leadership

James Deckelman is an experienced executive with a background spanning sustainable energy, infrastructure development, and complex project execution. He has operated in capital-intensive and highly regulated environments where policy alignment, stakeholder engagement, and long-term value creation are critical.

As CEO of Deep Sea Minerals Corp., Mr. Deckelman leads corporate strategy, regulatory engagement, and concession advancement, with a focus on building a disciplined platform aligned with U.S. critical minerals priorities and long-term shareholder value creation.

CPA with extensive experience supporting public and private companies in the junior mining and resource sectors, specializing in financial reporting, audit readiness, and corporate compliance, with IPO and RTO experience.
CFO of Corporate Minds Financial and Nordique Resources (CNSX: NORD); former financial leadership roles at Metalmark Resources and Filament Health; prior experience at Crowe MacKay LLP and the Canada Revenue Agency.

Marine geologist with 25+ years of deepwater experience, specializing in high-resolution geophysics, seafloor mapping, and offshore resource surveys; contributor to major U.S. marine mineral assessments and author of 60+ technical papers and patents.
Extensive industry and leadership experience (Fugro, AOA Geophysics), including offshore expeditions and DOE advisory work; certified qualified person for polymetallic nodules and licensed professional geologist.