Our mission is to foster innovation, sustainability, and excellence within the mining sector while addressing the unique challenges and opportunities faced by professionals in this vital industry. By bringing together experts across mining operations, safety, environmental stewardship, technology, and policy, we aim to empower attendees with the tools, insights, and connections needed to thrive in today’s evolving landscape.
WHEN
August 26th – 28th, 2026
WHERE
Sweetwater Events Complex Rock Springs, WY
The Rocky Mountain Mining Summit was founded to celebrate the enduring legacy of mining in the Rocky Mountains. With a focus on cutting-edge practices, emerging technologies, and responsible resource management, this conference serves as a hub for industry advancement, economic growth, and environmental responsibility.
The Rocky Mountain Mining Summit is the premier gathering for mining professionals, industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders in the heart of Wyoming’s mining country. Created to serve as a dynamic platform for collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and growth, the Summit is dedicated to advancing the future of the mining industry in the Rocky Mountain region and beyond.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
From field experts to mine managers, connect with peers and discover practical solutions to industry challenges.
Share and learn about the latest advancements in mining science, geology, and materials innovation.
Gain insights into current policies and best practices to help navigate the complexities of mining regulations.
Explore emerging tools, equipment, and digital solutions revolutionizing the industry.
Build connections with decision-makers and showcase the products and services driving mining forward.
Dive into discussions around mineral processing, exploration, and future resources.
This meeting is open to the general public and anyone else who is interested or curious about mining and its impact on our communities.
SPEAKERS
DJ started his mining career as an Industrial Hygienist (IH) with Rio Tinto at the Kennecott Utah Copper mine. In 2013 he and his family relocated to SW Wyoming to work for FMC (Genesis Alkali Currently) as a safety professional and IH (working in various surface and underground mining areas). He worked there growing in the profession before taking about a 2 year hiatus to work for Church & Dwight as an EHS Supervisor. He came back to Genesis in safety and was tasked with leading their EHS on their Granger solution mine expansion project. It was during this time that MSHA Safety Services was started and in 2021 DJ went full time into the business. At that time we went from 5 clients to currently over 170. DJ relies heavily on his wife for support and direction for business projects. Together they have 6 kids and love doing things together as a family.
DJ graduated from Utah State University with a bachelor’s in both Industrial Hygiene and Biology. He also has a Masters degree in Occupational Safety and Health from Columbia Southern University. DJ holds the credentials of CSP from the BCSP.
DJ acts as our main consultant and resident IH expert. He has 10,000’s of hours with MSHA inspectors over the years and has worked in a variety of mining and mine processing plants.
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