S-IMEW Alumni
Since its inception in 2007, 362 students have participated in S-IMEW. Participants have used the knowledge, experiences, and networking opportunities gained from S-IMEW to help them take on an array of diverse career paths.
Check out our S-IMEW Alumni: Where Are They Now? gallery to see how their
participants experiences helped shape their careers.
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Paul Medici
S-IMEW 2009
Brock University
Founder and CEO, Medici Financial Modeling Inc.
Paul Medici
Brock University
Founder and CEO, Medici Financial Modeling Inc.
The S-IMEW organizers and PDAC staff were fantastic, the guest speakers were top-notch, and the students all shared a common bond – which made for a unique and memorable experience. Michael Doggett’s talk on Mineral Economics helped redefine my career path, as I transitioned from exploration to Equity Research following the workshop. I then obtained an MBA and went on to work for an industry-leading financial modeling training company. In 2021 I started my own firm which specializes in all things financial modeling, including the building and ongoing maintenance of corporate financial models.
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Paul Stewart
S-IMEW 2011
Queen's University
Project Geologist, Uravan Minerals Inc.
Paul Stewart
Queen's University
Project Geologist, Uravan Minerals Inc.
S-IMEW to me was like summer camp for geologists. There are few things more fun than running around exploring the bush, underground mines and board rooms with a diverse group of young enthusiastic geologists. Rubbing shoulders with some heavy hitters in the junior and major mining space was also a bonus. S-IMEW was also a great crash course on what to expect working in the junior mining space. This was invaluable knowledge at the time as I began an MSc program in collaboration with a junior mining company shortly after the trip.
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Perry Hohn
S-IMEW 2011
Mount Royal University
Project Geologist, Teck Resources Ltd.
Perry Hohn
Mount Royal University
Project Geologist, Teck Resources Ltd.
S-IMEW was an early-career catalyst, deepening my understanding of the mineral exploration and mining industry through unforgettable hands-on experiences. The workshop's blend of theory and practical exercises powerfully demonstrated the broad scope of opportunities available to a geoscientist entering the industry. Networking with industry experts and other students helped forged valuable life-long professional connections and friendships. S-IMEW significantly shaped my career, providing insights and opportunities that continue to influence my path in geology and mineral exploration.
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Pierre Grondin LeBlanc
S-IMEW 2012
University of Toronto
Exploration Geologist, Agnico Eagle Mines
Pierre Grondin LeBlanc
University of Toronto
Exploration Geologist, Agnico Eagle Mines
My fondest memory of S-IMEW was meeting all the great people in my group!
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Rachel Chouinard
S-IMEW 2012
Brock University
Project Geologist, SPC Nickel Corporation
Rachel Chouinard
Brock University
Project Geologist, SPC Nickel Corporation
Participating in S-IMEW further kindled my love for geology and working outdoors. My fondest memories of the course are the new friendships, gaining knowledge and insight into different facets of the industry, and being inspired by meeting other women in mining.
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Rachelle Huppelschoten
S-IMEW 2008
University of Alberta
Senior Geologist, APEX Geosciencess
Rachelle Huppelschoten
University of Alberta
Senior Geologist, APEX Geosciencess
Fondest memory of S-IMEW/how S-IMEW helped shape/impact your career/path S-IMEW greatly impacted my choice of career path. Through the workshop I was introduced to new concepts, methods, commodities and deposits showcasing how diverse and multifaceted mineral exploration actually is. I wanted to experience everything mineral exploration had to offer and this is the reason I became a consultant, so that I could learn something new every day.
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Rory Krocker
S-IMEW 2007
University of Manitoba
Project Geologist
Rory Krocker
University of Manitoba
Project Geologist
The workshop is where I met Scott Jobin-Bevans who was running the program at the time. It subsequently resulted in my first geology job working for his consulting company. This has come full circle in that I have recently began working with him again. All as a result of my S-IMEW trip. I forged some lifelong friendships, and learnt as much in those two week as any course I took. It was truly the highlight of my academic career.
