​We are thrilled to formally announce the launch event for the Women in Mining (WIM) Great Lakes Chapter!

​Join us as we celebrate this milestone, foster meaningful connections, and set the vision for supporting, promoting, and empowering women across the mining and critical minerals ecosystem in the Great Lakes region.

​We look forward to celebrating this launch with you and shaping the future of mining in the Great Lakes region together! Whether you're a student or a season mining professional, this event is open to everyone whether you're in the mining industry or not.

​Learn more and join the WIM Great Lakes Chapter here: https://www.womeninmining.us/chapters/great-lakes-chapter/

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​Featured Keynote Speaker

​We are honored to welcome Mitchell J. Krebs as our keynote speaker for this inaugural gathering.

​Mitchell J. Krebs was appointed President, Chief Executive Officer and member of the Board of Directors of Coeur Mining, Inc. in July 2011. In May 2024, he was appointed as Chairman of the Board of Directors.  Prior to that, Mr. Krebs served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer from March 2008 to July 2011; Treasurer from July 2008 to March 2010; Senior Vice President, Corporate Development from May 2006 to March 2008; Vice President, Corporate Development from February 2003 to May 2006. Mr. Krebs first joined Coeur in August 1995 as Manager of Acquisitions after spending two years as an investment banking analyst for PaineWebber Inc.

​Mr. Krebs holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania and a Master of Business Administration from Harvard University.

​Mr. Krebs formerly served as the Chairman of The National Mining Association and is a former Chair of the ESG Task Force. Mr. Krebs previously served on the Board of Kansas City Southern Railway Company and is a past President of The Silver Institute.

​Event Sponsors:

​Thank you to our corporate sponsors for making this event possible!