The Learn Track

Speakers & Sessions

The Learn Track

What to Expect

The Learn Track anchors the Western Mining Summit in the Main Ballroom and delivers high-level insight into the legal, regulatory, innovation, and economic forces shaping mining and minerals today.

Designed for mining professionals, attorneys, policymakers, investors, operations managers, and industry leaders, this track brings together national perspectives and global voices to address the issues defining the future of mining.

CLE Credit Legal Sessions

Earn Continuing Legal Education credits through timely, in-depth sessions on mining law, permitting, regulatory developments, and litigation trends impacting critical mineral exploration and development across the United States.

These sessions are tailored for attorneys, in-house counsel, environmental and regulatory professionals navigating a rapidly evolving legal landscape.

CEOs & Company Leaders

Hear directly from senior executives leading global mining operations. These conversations focus on strategy, risk management, innovation, workforce development, and navigating geopolitical pressures in a minerals-based economy.

Expect candid discussions from decision-makers shaping the industry at the highest level.

Government & Policy Officials

Engage with elected officials, agency leaders, and policy experts discussing legislation, energy security, permitting reform, and the role of mining in national and global priorities.

This is where industry and government meet in meaningful dialogue.

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Speaker Spotlight

  • John Hickenlooper

    John Hickenlooper

    Senator

    State of Colorado

  • Bert Odinet

    Bert Odinet

    SVP & Chief Innovation Officer

    Freeport McMoRan

  • Red Conger

    Red Conger

    Director, Newmont Board of Directors

    Newmont

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Seminar on the Law and Policy of Critical Minerals

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  • Learn

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    Gain high-level insight from industry leaders, legal experts, and policymakers shaping the future of mining and minerals.

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    Connect

    Build meaningful relationships with operators, service providers, investors, and decision-makers across the mining ecosystem.

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