Leigh Slomp is a senior resources sector executive and professional with over 25 years’ experience in not only technical management roles but also professional standards, policy, advocacy and government relations. He is currently GM Technical Services for Rio Tinto Lithium, having previously held several executive and senior management roles responsible for all aspects of geology and technical services, including as Global Manager Resources and Exploration for ArcelorMittal. Leigh is a Fellow of the AusIMM and the Geological Society of London, currently sits on the VALMIN Committee and was part of the Competent Person Taskforce for the current JORC Code revision. He is also a member of the Industry Expert Panel for the WA Govt. funded MARS Landmark Study.

Dale Last is the Queensland Minister for Natural Resources and Mines, Minister for Manufacturing and Minister for Regional and Rural Development. Born and raised in country Queensland, Dale has dedicated his career to serving regional communities. Dale joined the Queensland Police Service in 1981 and was awarded the National Police Medal in 1988 for diligent long service to the community. He was appointed Officer in Charge of Townsville Police Station in 2000, leading frontline law enforcement in Queensland’s largest regional centre. Following his service in the Queensland Police Service, Dale was elected to Townsville City Council, where he served as both Councillor and Deputy Mayor. In 2015, he was elected to the Queensland Parliament as the Member for Burdekin. Dale is a fierce advocate for regional communities and rural development. His electorate of Burdekin is home to major resources projects and key transport infrastructure, including numerous mines and the Port of Abbot Point. Dale lives on a small farm at Alligator Creek with his wife, two of his children and a menagerie including two horses and a pet pig called Honey.

Christine is an experienced board chair, NED, executive and strategic advisor. Christine has extensive experience in the mining and energy sectors. She chairs EnviroCopper, an innovative ISR copper developer, is a NED of Tivan, a fast moving diversified critical minerals company and also spent a decade with Newmont Mining. She is a NED of Territory Generation. In addition she has advised a broad range of companies in the mining and oil and gas sectors. Christine has a range of industry roles, both governing and advisory. She is the chair of the Centre for Social Responsibility in Mining, University of Queensland, where she is also an Adjunct Professor, a member of the Sustainable Mineral Institute Board, and chairs the South Australian Government’s Resources and Engineering Skills Alliance. Christine is the chair of the CSIRO Resources Sector Advisory Council, a member of the Transition Committee for the new Critical Minerals for Critical Industries CRC, a board member of TiME CRC. and also was a member of the Critical Minerals Hub Advisory Committee. Christine is a Fellow of the University of Queensland and a Fellow of AusIMM.

Dr Neville Plint is a visionary leader in the mining industry, renowned for his innovative strategies and forward-thinking approach. With over 30 years of experience in the sector, Neville has established himself as a trailblazer in driving sustainable growth and technological advancements. Currently serving as Chief Executive Officer at Mining3, Neville is at the forefront of revolutionising mining practices through cutting-edge research and development initiatives. Under his leadership, Mining3 has made significant strides in driving technological advancements and fostering collaboration within the industry. Neville has a global reputation in the mining sector and has broad demonstrated experience in the mining and resource industry. His career has focused on improving operational performance on mining sites by developing and implementing new technologies, whilst establishing a global network of research professionals in academic institutes, mining companies and research organisations. Neville has extensive leadership experience and a deep understanding of the mining sector. Dr. Plint was the Institute Director, Sustainable Minerals Institute (SMI), at The University of Queensland. Whilst at Anglo American, Neville held multiple leadership roles, including Chief Scientist, Head of Business Improvement Projects, and Head of Research and Development. Dr. Plint also held positions as board member and Director of Mining3; Managing Director of KTech with his unwavering dedication to innovation and sustainability, Neville continues to shape the mining industry's future, driving positive change and leaving a lasting impact on the world.

Leigh Slomp is a senior resources sector executive and professional with over 25 years’ experience in not only technical management roles but also professional standards, policy, advocacy and government relations. He is currently GM Technical Services for Rio Tinto Lithium, having previously held several executive and senior management roles responsible for all aspects of geology and technical services, including as Global Manager Resources and Exploration for ArcelorMittal. Leigh is a Fellow of the AusIMM and the Geological Society of London, currently sits on the VALMIN Committee and was part of the Competent Person Taskforce for the current JORC Code revision. He is also a member of the Industry Expert Panel for the WA Govt. funded MARS Landmark Study.