AMA AWARDS
CORPORATE MEMBER OF THE YEAR Alaska Minerals Inc. Presented by Lorali Simon
HARD HAT SAFETY AWARD Donlin Gold
Presented by Vanessa Larimer
This project hosts a dynamic and diverse workforce from the region, and various other loca- tions throughout Alaska and the Lower 48. Working hours and days are evaluated on tasks/roles and individual needs basis. Their approach to safety not only helps with controls for fatigue manage- ment, but also to allow for main- taining traditional lifestyles and work/home balance. The workforce training process utilizes adaptive teaching and coaching methods that meet the workforce in their current posi- tion — accommodating differ- ent learning styles and levels of experience. The program’s effectiveness is observed and measured through the lenses of safety records and productivity, and they hold themselves to a higher standard. This company has built and continues to improve upon an inclusive, culturally responsive workforce training program that equips a diverse group of employ- ees with skills, confidence, and support needed to thrive in the modern workforce. This is accomplished through hands on training and re-training, compe- tency-based verification through Job Task Observations, and active engagement from leadership which empowers the employees to work safe — and engage in a
This award honors an organiza- tion active in AMA who embodies the true strength of a member- ship-based organization and corporate support of the organi- zation. It recognizes above and beyond efforts to strengthen the membership of AMA and is a classic example of why members are the true lifeblood of AMA. This company has always been involved with AMA activity, but recently has taken on a much larger role in supporting the Association. For a few years now, one member has conducted the memorial video that is displayed during this Banquet — a project that takes significant time but he truly felt that it was important. In a recent email exchange he said “I want this to be good for everyone that’s watching this and possibly saying one final goodbye or a tearful “I miss you.” The company sponsors the Convention at the Gold level and has a vendor booth — they bring new innovative technolo- gy to the trade show floor each year. This year they brought Sipping Streams Teas, their local tea vendor, that is used at their camps across Alaska. Sipping Streams Teas made hot tea for all Convention attendees — a hot drink on the chilly November Convention days! Now, if they
of the 2024 Convention, they shared how they are sponsoring EB-3 visas for three Ukrainian employees. They spoke so highly of them and said ‘they’ve turned out to be some of the best team members we’ve ever had — hardworking, dependable, and a great fit overall.’ In the words of the nominator, “It was the most heartfelt conver- sation and just truly showed the values, kindness and generosity of this incredible company.” It’s clear that me that Alaska Minerals is very deserving of the 2025 Corporate Member of the Year. Congratulations!
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Another individual from this company is always available for a phone call and brings new ideas to the conversation. She has accepted an Anchorage board seat and will serve that branch for the next two years. Recently, they were featured in North of 60 Mining News Critical Conversations — it is a must-read article and perfectly represents what a strong, family owned busi- ness this is. Something that specifically stands out and strongly shows their values is the Ukrainian workers they have on staff. At the end
As a result of this culture, the project has recorded 1,355 days worked with 0 reportable incidents effective the end of September, and over 3 million hours without a lost time inci- dent. Outside of the mine site, the company conducts life jacket distributions across communi- ties, fire extinguisher training and other important safety initiatives. It’s clear that me that Donlin Gold is very deserving of this year’s Hard Hat Safety Award. Congratulations!
safety culture at home or a future workplace. This company joined the Flight Safety Foundation Aviation Risk Standard (BARS) program to help the project provide a standard to assist in the risk-based man- agement of aviation activities, particularly to provide contracted aviation support for the opera- tions, especially within remote and challenging environments. This helps to reinforce the commitment for delivering our employees to and from site.
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