WIM USA Strategic Partners
We’re Better Together!
Thank you to all of our Strategic Partners for your support and desire to become part of our vision for growing diversity, equity, and inclusion for the mining industry.
Diamond Partners
Freeport-McMoRan is pleased to partner with Women in Mining in support of its work to improve inclusion and diversity in the mining industry. Gender diversity continues to be an ongoing focus for Freeport. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is critical to attracting, promoting and retaining top female talent. With our employees serving as WIM Ambassadors at each of our North American sites, we are able to help further efforts to increase representation of and support for women in mining.
Platinum Partners
Dyno Nobel is thrilled to partner with the members and sponsors of WIM to support the mission of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the mining industry. At Dyno Nobel, diversity is part of our Core Values. We are committed to supporting and building an inclusive and accessible organization that embraces the diversity of all employees, no matter where they live and work. We are excited by the additional opportunities WIM provides our employees to learn, collaborate, and grow with others in the mining industry.
Lhoist is a family owned business since 1889 specializing in lime, dolime and mineral products. Lhoist’s core values of respect, integrity and courage have laid a strong foundation for steps towards becoming an even more diverse and inclusive mining company. Lhoist is proud to join Women in Mining to further provide opportunities for our employees to grow and learn strategies to identify and redirect unconscious bias and promote the equality of all employees. Partnering with other mining companies with the same focus and commitment will move the needle faster towards gender equality in mining.
Rio Tinto strives to provide its employees with more than just a great place to work. Our ongoing commitment to our employees provides an opportunity to work in a safe environment while developing their skills through training and other professional growth opportunities. Our partnership with The U.S. Women in mining is essential to the core of who we want to become. We are engaged in providing equal access and opportunity. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are part of the everyday respect work culture that we endeavor for.
Sibanye-Stillwater is a leading international precious metals mining company, with a diverse portfolio of platinum group metal (PGM) operations in the United States and Southern Africa, gold operations and projects in South Africa, and copper, gold and PGM exploration properties in North and South America.
It is the world’s largest primary producer of platinum and rhodium, the second largest primary producer of palladium and a top tier gold producer, ranking third globally, on a gold-equivalent basis, as well as a significant producer of other PGMs and associated minerals such as chrome. We are also the globally leading recycler and processor of spent PGM catalytic converter materials.
Weir Minerals is extremely proud to partner with WIM to support the mission of a more diverse and inclusive workforce for the mining industry. At Weir, we’re committed to creating an environment where everybody can be themselves, where they feel like they belong, and ultimately where they can do the best work of their lives. The partnership gives our employees the opportunity to come together with mining industry peers to collaborate, learn and prosper.
BHP recognizes that inclusive and diverse work environments deliver better safety outcomes, improved financial performance, higher productivity, increased innovation, better decision-making, and better relationships with our host communities. The work that Women in Mining does in educating members, industry, academia and the public about the evolving mining industry and important role that women play in that is a critical component in developing and supporting this diverse pipeline of talent. We stand behind the vision of Women in Mining and look forward to a long and mutually beneficial relationship together.
Barr Engineering is thrilled to partner with the members and sponsors of WIM to support the mission of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the mining industry.
Coeur Mining is proud to partner with Women in Mining (WIM) to support a more diverse, equitable and inclusive industry. Integrating different backgrounds and perspectives within all facets of mining allows us to continue delivering the materials essential to modern society and human well-being. Together with other WIM members, we want to participate in open dialogue and meaningful conversations to explore our collective blind spots and unconscious biases as our industry evolves and advances.
Gold Partners
FLSmidth is extremely proud to partner with Women in Mining (WIM) USA to support a more diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce for the mining industry. We are committed to support and build an inclusive environment for our employees as well as being a partner with WIM USA to come together with other members to collaborate, learn and advance our industry.
Nevada Copper is excited to partner with Women In Mining, USA. We believe at Nevada Copper that Women in Mining is essential in the mining industry to cultivate a community that drives trust and respect among All. Our employees will benefit from being a partner with Women In Mining to further expand upon resources, networking and mentoring for building the future of mining talent.
Partners in Performance is beyond excited to partner with Women in Mining, USA. Increasing diversity and inclusion is critical for the mining industry to be able to innovate, adapt and solve challenging problems in the future. We are proud to be embarking on this journey with the Women in Mining community to challenge outdated norms and build a future where everyone is treated equitably.
Silver Partners
As a women-owned human resource management and recruiting consulting firm, Brooks & Nelson focuses on creating diverse and inclusive work environments for our client organizations, to improve employee wellbeing, teamwork, innovation, and employee attraction and retention. As a longtime supporter of Women in Mining (WIM), we are happy to formally join the organization as a Strategic partner. We consider WIM as a critical component to improving the mining industry’s current and future workforce challenges and will continue to actively support the organization.
At Compass Minerals we are committed to creating an environment that recognizes and celebrates the contributions of all employees. The role women have played in advancing our company and our industry is significant so we are happy to partner with WIM in the effort to continue to celebrate, recognize and advance women in mining all over the world!
At Deloitte, each of us contributes to inclusion – we all have a role to play. Our culture is the result of our behaviors, our personal commitment, our curiosity, how we collaborate, and the ways that we courageously share our perspectives and encourage others to do the same. Being a part of WIM provides all of our employees an opportunity to become acquainted and work with others involved in the mining industry. As we acquire new personal and professional contacts, we continue to build an inclusive culture that empowers all of us to connect, belong, and grow.
Eagle Mine is excited to partner with WIM to facilitate further growth regarding Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the mining Industry. Our partnership will provide greater visibility to the mining industry for our employees and those in the surrounding operations. We look forward to supporting the efforts of WIM and are happy to be a part of the journey!
As a leader in water resources consulting for more than 35 years, Montgomery & Associates embraces its responsibility to champion women in technical fields, promote diversity, and encourage career growth for all. We are proud to support WIM’s mission to advance inclusion and fairness throughout the mining industry.
MP Materials fosters an owner-operator culture where every voice can be impactful. We believe a diverse workforce promotes creative problem solving and strengthens our business. We recognize the importance of supporting women in their careers and look forward to working with Women In Mining to expand our efforts.
Sandfire Resources America, Inc. and the Black Butte Copper Project are excited to be involved in WIM and to be a corporate member! As we continue to grow, develop, and progress into full operation, we are striving to have 40% female employment. Being surrounded by others with the same goal and desire to change the inclusiveness to the industry is the first step to a positive industry change. It is important to us to be involved in WIM as providing education, awareness, and inclusivity are important components of a healthy work environment that foster community, create opportunities, and support youth.
At SSR Mining, we strive to make our workplaces ones of mutual trust and respect, where diversity and inclusion are valued. Our commitment is to ensure that all individuals have an equal opportunity to participate in our company and achieve their full potential. Joining Women in Mining will enable us to partner with like-minded organizations that are working towards improving diversity and inclusion in the mining industry.
At Thiess, creating social value is all-encompassing — from keeping our people safe and supported, cultivating healthy, safe and respectful workplaces, to engaging and developing our people and investing in future talent. We prioritize an inclusive workplace through our diversity and inclusion vision, everyone matters always. We are excited to partner with Women In Mining to strengthen our inclusion efforts through educational opportunities, meaningful dialogue, and community and industry partnerships, as we strive to empower, develop and retain an engaged and inclusive workforce, reflective of the diverse communities we serve.
At WSP Golder, we believe great performance is driven by creating an inclusive culture and environment where highly talented people are empowered to contribute to their greatest potential. As we strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace, there are four key principles that outline how we will evolve toward an inclusive mindset: fostering a trusting workplace, speaking up, managing fairly, and growing stronger together.
As a member of Women In Mining, our employees benefit from a strong network with access to learning, resources and mentorship. WSP Golder is proud to support WIM in their efforts to promote and retain women working in the mining industry as we collectively pursue an improved gender balance in mining.
Wood is pleased to join forces with Women in Mining USA. We believe that women in mining is essential for the industry to grow and prosper. WIM USA is dedicated to inclusion, education and bringing the mining industry together, and Wood is proud to support their efforts.
Ruby Partners
CalPortland has been involved with Women in Mining for over two decades; from employees volunteering in classrooms to hosting fieldtrips to show our communities how minerals are a part of everyday life. CalPortland believes in building value through people, quality, service with integrity, technical expertise, and commitment to our relationships, reliability, and environmental leadership. Our support of WIM-USA and our local chapters helps us do just that. CalPortland is excited to announce our strategic partnership with WIM-USA and continued leadership in the mining industry.
Emerald Partners
BASF seeks to attract, develop, promote and retain women in support of BASF’s core values and changing social environments. Being part of WIM enables us to engage with, learn from, and be inspired by great talented women in the mining industry.
Hecla Mining Company is the largest primary silver producer in the United States. Hecla has been in business for more than 130 years and is the oldest NYSE-listed precious metals mining company in North America. Partnering with Women in Mining (WIM) aligns with Hecla’s ongoing dedication to fostering diversity and inclusion. We support the efforts of WIM to improve gender diversity industry wide and we look forward to collaborating with the association’s membership to positively impact the future of talent in mining.
Hydrometrics has provided consulting services to the mining industry for over 40 years and is proud to partner with Women in Mining. Through our tenure, we have seen many advancements in the mining and extractive industries to modernize processes that provide sustainable products through responsible practices. We share in WIM’s commitments to improve perceptions of mining through education, inspiring new talent as well as growing community support, trust, and respect for this essential industry. At Hydrometrics, we believe that our clients are better served through the same tenets espoused by WIM through employment of a diverse, equitable, and talented workforce. Hydrometrics looks forward to our partnership with WIM and continuing our legacy of support to the mining industry.
M3 is a full service design firm that has a diverse group of professionals with work specializing in mine planning, design and construction. Joining WIM will provide development of our staff, networking and learning about topics that are relevant to the industry. M3 fully supports the development of our women professionals and inclusion at all levels. M3 is excited to be a sponsor of WIM and looking forward to seeing the growth and support of our women professionals.
The P&C team focuses on executive c-suite and technical/professional recruiting throughout the Americas. Our corporate membership in Women in Mining gives our company and our team members another avenue to stay engaged with a wide variety of employers and top talent in the industry. We are also well-positioned, given the nature of our business, to provide value to Women in Mining regarding insights and emerging workforce trends facing all facets of the natural resources sector. We greatly appreciate this partnership.
Bronze Partners
Boart Longyear is committed to creating an environment of inclusion and are pleased to partner with Women in Mining as a corporate Sponsor.
Civil & Environmental Consultants (CEC) is a nationwide engineering and environmental consulting firm providing innovative design solutions and integrated expertise in air quality, civil engineering, ecological sciences, environmental engineering and sciences, manufacturing infrastructure services, survey/geospatial, waste management, and water resources. The multi-disciplined Mining Market Group at CEC focuses on regulatory updates and technical advancements so that aggregates, coal, and hard rock companies can keep their primary focus on operations. Participation in WIM is emblematic of CEC’s larger commitment to making sure all employees have opportunities to achieve professional growth and engage in leadership development activities. Further, CEC supports organizations and endeavors that place emphasis on advancing women. In addition, employees are encouraged to be engaged at a deep level within the industries we serve. The experienced managers and principals at CEC are involved in the outreach and advocacy efforts of numerous industry trade groups to stay in front of emerging issues.
“From the moment I attended the 2021 WIM Conference in SLC, I knew I had found a wonderful group of people. I was inspired to modify my personal membership to a Corporate Sponsorship after watching months of social media posts of members who actively reached out to others to collaborate, to celebrate their accomplishments, or to lend a hand as needed. The warmth and sincerity of WIM’s members along with their strong vision/strategy/objectives align well with my philosophy in how we do business and advocate for our industry,”
Lindsey Schultz, CEO, MRC Recruiting
The COSOL North America Team values the Vision and strategy put forth by WIM. Organizations like WIM will not only drive the Mining Industry further but will make such companies highly sought-after opportunities.
* WIM updated Strategic Partnership levels in March 2022 to align partnership levels across all of our Chapters. All partnership levels established before March 2022 will remain unchanged until 12 months after the last donation.