The Alaska Miner Fall 2024 12 On his first visit to Alaska, National Mining President Rich Nolan took time with Alaska businesses to talk about challenges and opportunities for the industry. Nolan was the keynote speaker for the Alaska State Chamber’s Alaska Business Summit on Oct. 9 in Fairbanks. Rich has been the President of NMA for five years and has extensive experience representing mining on Capitol Hill. Rich and his wife, Heather, were able to spend a few days touring Alaska mines and experiencing fall in Alaska. In a fireside chat at the State Chamber event with AMA’s Deantha Skibinski and Hecla’s Mike Satre, Rich talked about a range of topics but especially the need for and challenges of launching new mines. “We’re entering into the most intensive time for metals, minerals, and fossil fuels Rich Nolan offers his insight on big issues
RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy MTcxMjMwNg==