American Exploration & Mining Association is a 122 year old, 2,000 member, national association representing the mining industry. AEMA is the recognized national voice for exploration, the junior mining sector, maintaining access to public lands, and represents the entire mining life cycle, from exploration through production to reclamation and closure. AEMA members reside in 42 states and 11 countries and are actively involved in prospecting, exploring, mining, and reclamation activities across North America & the world. AEMA is an effective and proactive advocate for the North American mining community, successfully influencing the outcome of political dialogue, building effective working strategies with key elected officials, developing and coordinating industry’s response to legislative and regulatory issues, and galvanizing the grassroots.

Mining Practice Leader responsible for developing Haley & Aldrich's nationwide metals, construction materials and industrial minerals practice. Over 25 years of diverse consulting experience in geologic, environmental and water resource investigations for the mining industry. Registered geologist in Arizona, Idaho, Wyoming, Washington and Oregon with extensive regulatory and technical experience managing and coordinating complex permitting, entitlement, compliance, remediation and closure projects in the United States, Canada and Mexico.Successfully negotiated permits, authorizations and entitlements with local, state, tribal and federal agencies using transparent communication and innovative problem solving techniques. Actively involved in state and national mining associations and routinely participates in state and federal rule-making on environmental matters affecting the mining industry, mining and reclamation practices and sustainable development.

The Commission acts in an advisory role to the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors on matters pertaining to the management of over 120,000 acres of public land in one of the largest regional park systems in the United States. The Commission recommends broad policies and long-range programs for the acquisition, planning, development, maintenance, and operation of the 10 County parks, advises on issues pertaining to the management, governance and protection of County parks and on an annual basis, reviews and advises the Board of Supervisors on a departmental budget. Additionally, the Commission shall serve as a forum for the general public to discuss issues relating to parks and recreation and assist in fostering increased public understanding and support for the mission of the parks and recreation department.

Appointed to serve as a member of the Arizona Mining Advisory Council by Robert L. Burns, President of the Arizona State Senate.The Committee is responsible for reviewing mining policy in Arizona as established by law and administered in all areas of state Government; reviewing, advising and preparing recommendations to State agencies on proposed rules and budget allocations affecting mining; and conducting periodic analyses of agency policy affecting mining, including policy as reflected by decisions of administrative law judges and agency directors.

Served on the Board of Directors of the Arizona Rock Products Association (ARPA) since 2003 and became Lifetime Board Member in 2011. ARPA promotes and preserves the sustainability of the rock products industry through active involvement in the community, regulatory and political processes.

I recently returned to the Board of Directors of the Arizona Mining Association (AMA). The AMA advocates and supports the continued growth of a responsible and sustainable mining industry through the development and dissemination of industry best practices and the promotion of sound public policies. Still actively involved in the Environmental, Land, Government Affairs and Biodiversity Committees.

The Phoenix Environmental Quality Commission (EQC) helps city leaders identify environmental issues and advises the City Council on opportunities to protect Phoenix's natural and urban environment. The EQC works closely with the city's Office of Environmental Programs to implement and monitor initiatives that ensure a sustainable future for area residents and businesses. Established in 1987, the 15-member citizen-based commission has made significant strides in response to environmentally related challenges and opportunities facing city departments. From providing recommendations on various city actions such as the City Well Shutdown Policy, to its most recent endorsement of Phoenix's solar project permitting process, the Commission has over the years set a course that continues to propel city efforts to unparalleled heights. The EQC plays a leadership role on a number of environmental topics, including greener neighborhoods, renewable and solar energy projects, land use policies, air and water quality, sustainable building codes, urban heat island, recycling initiatives, climate action plan goals, the Phoenix General Plan, and other key city efforts.

Developing strategic client relationships and business opportunities with large national and multi-national corporations. Providing high-level oversight and direction for complex mine and industrial permitting and entitlement projects, focused community relations and site investigation and remedial efforts.

Managed Environmental Services division for a large privately-held environmental and civil engineering company located in the Pacific Northwest. Directed acquisition due dilligence, UST site investigations, CERCLA, RI/FS, compliance and permitting and remedial projects in Oregon, Washington and Idaho.

Managed large scale remedial construction and excavation projects. Completed numerous site investigations and remedial efforts at industrial, service station and bulk terminals, manufacturing and refineries.

Conducted vadose zone, surface water and ground water investigations at low level radiologic disposal facilities and USEPA superfund sites