developed camp facility.
trust and lasting relationships.
What do you see as our biggest challenges? And opportunities? Perceptions. Managing people’s perceptions of the mining industry is both a challenge and an opportu- nity. In Alaska, we have the ability to mine responsibly and sustain- ably, balancing economic benefits with environmental stewardship. By highlighting these efforts and addressing misconceptions, I can help folks have an informed per- spective on modern mining. What keeps you awake at night? What keeps me awake at night in my role in community relations is the hope that I’m truly making a difference—educating the public, creating understanding, and ac- curately representing our mining community. I want to ensure that the information I share is clear, honest, and meaningful, bridg- ing the gap between industry and community in a way that builds
What do you love most about this business? All the career opportunities! An operating mine is like a tiny town — there are accountants running numbers, operators maintaining water utilities, electricians install- ing powerlines, mechanics fix- ing flat tires, medics helping keep people healthy — you name it, and there is likely a career path you’d be interested in the mining industry. Where do you see mining in Alaska in 50 years? In 50 years, I see Alaska’s min- ing industry thriving, driven by our state’s true yet-to-be-realized mineral potential. Innovations in mining technology will enhance efficiency and create even safer working environments. Alaska’s future in mining is one of growth and leadership in responsible re- source development.
What does AMA mean to you? The Alaska Miners Association is a community that strengthens our industry and the people in it. AMA plays a huge role in pushing mining forward in a positive way, making sure our voice is heard and our work is understood. It also con- nects us with others in the indus- try, giving us a network of people who’ve “been there” before and are willing to share their knowledge. What do like to do for fun? The best part of living in Alas- ka is the access to the outdoors — I love the spring days where you can be in the mountains skiing in the backcountry in the morning, and on the boat headed to a beach bonfire in the afternoon. I revel in the abil- ity to get outdoors and be the only person around for miles — and it is so easy and accessible to make that happen here in Southeast Alaska.
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