The Forum on the Geology of Industrial Minerals (FGIM) is an international meeting of geologists and mining professionals interested in industrial minerals. For over half a century the Forum’s focus has been on the geology of industrial minerals with an emphasis on the promotion of the knowledge and organization of mining, mineral processing, regulation and reclamation through the forum meetings, presentations and field trips.

We are happy to invite you to our Black Hills Section of the Society of Mining, Metallurgy, & Exploration (SME) Annual Meeting When:       Saturday, April 25th, 2026 Where:      Christensen Hall of Fame - King Center NG-203 (468 Hardrocker Rd, Rapid City, SD 57701)  Parking access via the University Loop - King Center/Newlin Wellness Center Parking Lot Times:     Social:  5:30 PM                 Meal:  6:30 PM                 Annual Meeting: 7:00 PM Cost:         $25 per person - Student meals free! Meal:        Catering by Sodexo Agenda:    Scholarship recipient announcement; SME Annual Meeting student attendee essay awards; Board Elections; Recap of the year and ideas for the future.   Your payment includes the meal and support to the organization and annual scholarship. Please bring a check or cash to the event.  Spouses and non-members are welcome to attend.   No cost to students.    Contact us if you would like to be a yearly sponsor of student participation, scholarships and public outreach!   FOR RESERVATIONS: RSVP by Wednesday, April 22nd to Blackhillssme@gmail.com.    *For questions/comments: Call or Email Melanie Bond, PE - BH Section SME Secretary; 605.580.0454; melanie@bondmineralseng.com

The Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) is where energy professionals meet to exchange ideas and opinions to advance scientific and technical knowledge for offshore resources and environmental matters.  Founded in 1969, OTC’s flagship conference is held annually in Houston. OTC has expanded technically and globally with the Arctic Technology Conference, OTC Brasil, and OTC Asia. OTC ranks among the largest 100 trade shows held annually in the United States and is among the 50 largest meetings. OTC is a collaboration of *15 non-profit organizations that support the global energy sector. *15 non-profit organizations: 12 sponsoring, 1 regional sponsoring, and 2 endorsing organizations.

Join other mining safety and health professionals for workshops about health, safety, and mine rescue presented by national and international experts representing all mining sectors. This conference of the Joseph A. Holmes Safety Association combines meetings of the Holmes Mine Rescue Association and Holmes Safety Association along with training seminars and professional development.

The SME Midweek Member Mixer (MMM) is a bi-monthly, 1/2 hour virtual networking event. MMM is held the second Wednesday of each month at 9:00 am MT. Join each month to discuss industry topics and SME programs. Register once for this event series, then attend any of the monthly events. You will be sent a reminder from Zoom each month with your unique access link.

The SME Pittsburgh Section will host the fourth Spring Seminar Series beginning June 9, 2026.  The Series will be provided virtually on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM EST.  https://higherlogicdownload.s3.amazonaws.com/SMENET/a4163e3b-05d3-4a87-921e-d4ac26256aec/UploadedImages/Solicitation_for_2026_Spring_Seminar_Series_presentations.pdf

The North American Tunneling conference (NAT) is the premier biennial tunneling event for North America, bringing together the brightest, most resourceful and innovative minds in the tunneling and underground construction industry.

The SME Midweek Member Mixer (MMM) is a bi-monthly, 1/2 hour virtual networking event. MMM is held the second Wednesday of every other month at 9:00 am Mountain Time. Join each event to discuss industry topics and SME programs. 

 International Conference on Ground Control in Mining August 10-11, 2026 | Charleston, WV Participate in achieving practical ground control solutions in mining at the 45th International Conference on Ground Control in Mining. By attending, you will experience two days of highly focused technical programs that you can put into practice at your organization, get access to the type of industry research and insights you need from today’s thought leaders, and connect with other professionals in the industry. Learn more here: groundcontrolmining.org

From the East to the West Coast, North America’s tunneling industry is flourishing. The annual Cutting Edge Conference examines the latest advances in tunneling technology, its methodology and how they can be harnessed to assist the nation’s major upcoming underground projects. You’ll find cutting edge perspectives on a range of topics, including meeting industry challenges, developments in materials technology, and methodologies in sustainability.

The SME Arizona Conference is the leading conference for regional collaboration and growth in the mining industry in the southwest, specifically Arizona. The conference focuses on the development, technology and innovations used in local area projects.

An intensive one-day conference where you can keep up on project updates, learn strategies for overcoming challenges, and discuss surrounding critical industry issues.

At MINEXCHANGE, you’re surrounded by people as excited and passionate about the mining industry as you. Join leaders from around the industry where you’ll learn the latest on today’s critical topics from innovation to responsible mining.

Every two years, industry leaders and practitioners from around the world gather at the Rapid Excavation and Tunneling Conference (RETC), the authoritative program for the tunneling profession, to learn about the most recent advances and breakthroughs in this unique field. This comprehensive conference helps practicing professionals keep up with the ever-changing and growing tunneling industry. Stay on top of new trends and technologies as well as innovative concepts, new equipment, materials, management, financing, and design challenges.

An intensive one-day conference where you can keep up on project updates, learn strategies for overcoming challenges, and discuss surrounding critical industry issues.

At MINEXCHANGE, you’re surrounded by people as excited and passionate about the mining industry as you. Join leaders from around the industry where you’ll learn the latest on today’s critical topics from innovation to responsible mining.