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United States

Elko, Nevada, United States

- Founded and led the business to prominence by leveraging a comprehensive understanding of rare minerals and establishing a global network of collectors, dealers, and institutions through successfully negotiating and facilitating international transactions, and positioning the business as a premier destination for discerning enthusiasts seeking extraordinary specimens.- Cultivated a diverse recurring clientele, spanning multiple countries, in search of expert consulting services on mineral… Show more - Founded and led the business to prominence by leveraging a comprehensive understanding of rare minerals and establishing a global network of collectors, dealers, and institutions through successfully negotiating and facilitating international transactions, and positioning the business as a premier destination for discerning enthusiasts seeking extraordinary specimens.- Cultivated a diverse recurring clientele, spanning multiple countries, in search of expert consulting services on mineral collection management, investment strategies, and market trends while effectively ensuring trustworthy cross-border correspondence. Show less

Mount Pleasant, Michigan

Igneous Petrology Laboratory:- Discovered and identified spodumene and numerous lithium minerals in new LCT pegmatite dikes during multiple field exploration trips to Florence County, Wisconsin, expanding knowledge of regional mineral occurrences and their economic potential.- Executed comprehensive rock sample collection, core drilling, orthogonal slabbing/slicing, and thin section preparation for qualitative and quantitative analysis utilizing transmitted light (TL), reflected light… Show more Igneous Petrology Laboratory:- Discovered and identified spodumene and numerous lithium minerals in new LCT pegmatite dikes during multiple field exploration trips to Florence County, Wisconsin, expanding knowledge of regional mineral occurrences and their economic potential.- Executed comprehensive rock sample collection, core drilling, orthogonal slabbing/slicing, and thin section preparation for qualitative and quantitative analysis utilizing transmitted light (TL), reflected light (RL), cross-polarized light (XPL), scanning electron (SEM), and cathodoluminescence (CL) microscopy, as well as laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS). Evaluated lithium concentrations and distribution within mineral assemblages, and their altered variants, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of pegmatite value.- Conducted geological mapping of active-sampling traverses, fault systems, and newly discovered dikes. Prepared soil and rock samples for laboratory analysis, implementing microwave-assisted acid digestion and subsequent inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectroscopy (ICP-OES) assessment to indicate elemental compositions and gain valuable insights into LCT pegmatite formation and associated lithium dispersion.Organic Geochemistry Laboratory:- Applied advanced analytical techniques on collected soil samples and lake sediment cores, including portable X-ray fluorescence (pXRF) alongside gas chromatography with flame ionization detection (GC-FID) for diverse analyses resulting in critical knowledge of elemental compositions and organic compounds, and enhanced environmental characterization.- Conducted extensive fieldwork with the Utah Geological Survey involving multi-month camping and travelling throughout Doelling’s Bowl, UT. Assisted in exploration efforts for Cretaceous dinosaur bone-beds and actively participated in the excavation, preparation, and study of fossils, contributing expansive information to iguanodontian taxonomy research. Show less

GEL100 "Introduction to Earth Systems"- Facilitated student learning by presenting course material, conducting interactive discussions, directing lab activities, and providing effective academic support to enhance comprehension of fundamental geological concepts and their practical applications.

- Played a key role by demonstrating geological expertise in guiding tours and showcasing world class mineral specimens. Successfully identified, organized, and maintained the museum's extensive collection, while employing high level security measures to ensure the protection of exhibits and the responsible management of daily financial transactions.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Geology/Earth Science, General, 3.44 / 4.00

Geological/Geophysical Engineering