Advisory Committee

Libby Sharman

Exploration Geologist

BHP

Libby is an exploration geologist with a research background working for BHP as Lead Principal Generative Exploration. She completed her PhD at McGill University and has since gained experience in different facets of the exploration and mining industry across multiple continents, commodities, and roles, and joined BHP seven years ago to work on global exploration strategy through mineral systems application, project generation and prospectivity analysis.Libby spent the last two years as Technical Lead for the BHP Xplor program, coaching technical and operational excellence within Cohort companies. Her personal experiences have fostered a drive to improve the mining industry, making a more inclusive and appealing sector in which to work.

Richard Adofo

Geoscientist

Centerra Gold

Richard has over 30 years of multinational experience in the mining industry and has been involved in exploration, geological and resource modeling, mining geology, grade control and reconciliation. His most recent executive position was as Vice President, Global Brownfield Exploration at Kinross Gold Corporation. Richard also held various other senior roles at Barrick Gold, and AngloGold Ashanti.Richard is a registered Professional Geoscientist of Ontario, AusIMM, AIG, SEG and a Fellow with West African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (WAIMM). He holds a bachelor’s degree in Geological Engineering and a Master of Science degree in Mineral Exploration, Postgraduate Diploma in Management Practice and an Executive MBA

Richard Inglis

Chief Geoscientist

Newmont

Richard Inglis is a Newmont’s Chief Geoscientist with over 30 years extensive experience in exploration and mining around the globe. Throughout his career, he has been recognized for his expertise in geological mapping, QAQC, mineral exploration, and geological modeling. With a passion for learning and a drive to make a difference, Richard continues to push the boundaries of our understanding of the planet and its resources.

Shauna Edmond

Global Geoscientist Manager

Veracio

Shauna Edmond (Maguire) is a passionate and experienced geologist with a deep commitment to exploring the Earth’s natural systems. With a background in Production Geologsy, Shauna brings a wealth of expertise in analyzing geological formations, conducting fieldwork, and utilizing advanced scientific tools to uncover valuable insights. Her work blends a strong technical foundation with a dedication to sustainability, providing impactful solutions for the energy, environmental, and natural resource sectors. Shauna thrives in collaborative environments and is driven by a desire to contribute to the understanding and preservation of our planet’s dynamic processes.

Xin Wang

PhD Student

University of Queensland

Xin Wang is a PhD student at the University of Queensland studying hydrothermal systems. Her work centers on minerals including garnet, calcite, and apatite as potential indicators of ore deposits. Through petrology, geochemistry, and geochronology, she explores the timing and conditions of ore formation, enhancing the understanding of mineralization processes.

DR ALAN KOBUSSEN

Senior Manager, Technology Development

RIO TINTO

Alan Kobussen is an exploration geologist with Rio Tinto Exploration, currently as Senior Manager – Technology Development based in Melbourne, Australia. He’s held roles in field exploration and technology development teams primarily focussed on the discovery of copper, diamond and nickel resources globally. Alan completed a BS and MS in geology & geophysics from the University of Wisconsin before moving to Australia and earning a PhD from Macquarie University in Sydney and is particularly skilled in mineralogy, micro- analytical techniques and geochemistry. After a brief stint in academia and government surveys he joined Rio Tinto Exploration in 2011, where his time has included assignments in both Australia and Canada.

Chris Kirkland

Director

Curtin University

Chris Kirkland is the Director of Curtin Frontier Institute for Geoscience Solutions and the inaugural leader of the Timescales of Mineral Systems Group at Curtin University. He specializes in using isotope geology to tackle key industry challenges, focusing on reducing exploration risk and providing geological insights that drive better decision-making.He completed his undergraduate degree in Geoscience at the University of St Andrews in Scotland and gained a PhD in isotope geology at University College Dublin, specializing in Secondary Ionization Mass Spectrometry. After completing a Postdoctoral position at the Swedish Museum of Natural History, he moved to Western Australia to work with the Geological Survey of Western Australia. At Curtin University, Chris addresses scientific questions related to the timing and rate of physical processes operating through deep time.