October 12th, 2023
Winnemucca Convention Center
10AM - 3PM


As the mining industry evolves, you’re under more pressure than ever to improve sustainability, reduce operating costs, and maximize productivity – all while keeping up with your day job.  Mobil and the Nevada Mining Association are teaming up, bringing together the industry’s brightest minds to explore what’s ahead and how you can prepare your business for the future.

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The first 25 registrants that attend the “Mining into the Future” event will receive a $100 fuel card at the event.

†  Ways to enter - During the Promotion Period eligible participants may enter the Promotion by being among the first twenty five (25) people to register and attend the ‘Mining into the Future’ event to be held in Winnemucca, Nevada, on October 12, 2023 (“Winner”).

ELIGIBILITY: The Promotion is open to all legal residents of the United States currently residing in Nevada or Arizona who currently work for a mining company with operations in Nevada or Arizona and have reached the age of majority in their state, or territory of residence and are at least 18 years of age or older as of October 12, 2023.   

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Mining into the Future agenda

9:00-10:00AM

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10:00-10:45AM

Mining: Past, present, and future with Tyre Gray, President of NVMA
From mine operators, to OEMs, to suppliers, and educators – everyone has more to gain if we come together and learn from one another.

10:45-11:20AM

Mining's role in a net zero future with Tony Sanchez, the EVP at NV Energy
Mines around the world are planning for a net zero future, innovating to meet stakeholder expectations by improving efficiency and reducing energy consumption. Tony will share a framework on how to prep your business for the future.

11:20-12:00PM

The role of lithium in a sustainable future with Lithium Americas
Join Lithium Americas for a deep dive into how lithium mining is driving the future of the industry.

12:00-12:45PM

Lunch

12:45-1:30PM

Bridging the Connection between Mining Communities and Operational Sustainability with PATHION
Learn how protecting energy and water resources supports sustainability and can also improve investment in your community and workforce. We’ll discuss how such improvements go beyond operational and environmental support to deliver a holistic approach to community enrichment.

1:30-2:00PM

Innovation for a sustainable future with Rocco Fiato, CEO of BioAccelergy
BioAccelergy and ExxonMobil have joined forces to demonstrate the feasibility of producing bio-base stocks at a cost-effective commercial scale to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Rocco will cover the lessons he learned while building a more sustainable industry and share insights on how his experience can be applied beyond lubrication.

2:00-3:00PM

Cultivating the Skills of the Future panel hosted by P&C Recruiting and HR
Dana Pray and Rhonda Zuraff, co-founders of P&C Recruiting and HR, host a panel with the Governor’s Office of Workforce Innovation (GOWINN), KGHM, University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) and more to discuss how to upskill your workforce.

3:00-3:30PM

Providing Cost and Schedule Certainty through ECI with John Carr from Kiewit Corporation
The earlier constructability is integrated into the project timeline, the greater the impact in project cost and risk. Brent joins us to discuss how to apply ECI principals to your mining construction projects to improve profitability and manage risk.

3:30-4:00PM

Mining Operations and Asset Health with Jory Maccan and Jasjit Mann, Reliability Managers at Imperial Oil
Imperial Oil’s experts bring their mining experience to discuss how to solve for “Run to Failure” maintenance practices to increase efficiency and profitability.

4:00-5:00PM

"Networking reception & Lessons in Leadership with Vincent “Bluto” Saporito
Bluto, a Former Top Gun, will kick off the dinner and networking session with a conversation on how strong leadership and collaboration can empower organizations.

5:00-6:30PM

Dinner