Lex Smith
Commodities Division Chief
Lex Smith is a seasoned executive renowned for his exceptional leadership within the mining industry who has worked with LehmanBush since 2013. With a steadfast commitment to excellence that spans decades, he emerges as a dynamic leader consistently attaining robust outcomes. Proficient in mine planning, operations, and execution, his insightful leadership fosters team cohesion, culminating in success.
Mr. Smith's mining trajectory is underscored by a proven track record of enhancing mines through the application of his extensive expertise. He has operated across diverse mining sectors, encompassing gold, copper, coal, and base metals. His prowess lies in rejuvenating mines, consistently surpassing expectations and rendering them financially viable.
Throughout his professional journey, Mr. Smith has assumed pivotal roles at a diverse array of companies, both listed and private. As a Mining CEO, COO, Director, and President, he adeptly managed underground and surface mining operations. His adeptness in negotiating international and U.S. strategic alliances, coupled with his skillful handling of M&A, JVs, and limited partnership business models, sets him apart.
Over the course of his career, Mr. Smith served as the President/Director of Shoshone Silver/Gold Mining Company and Shoshone Silver Mining Company Mexico S.A. de C.V., based in Idaho and Mexico, respectively. His legacy of leadership extends to his role as an incorporator, co-founder, and officer of the U.S. nonprofit mining industry association Silver Valley Mining Association (SVMA). Within SVMA, he served as the Executive Editor and writer for the official publication "Drill and Pick," as well as leading the governmental relations liaison group. He also co-founded and holds a leadership position in the nonprofit industry association Natural Resources Education Resources (NREO) and holds an executive leadership role in the American Chamber of Commerce (AmChamUS), a U.S. nonprofit dedicated to promoting domestic and international U.S. businesses.
Originating from Mason City, Iowa, Mr. Smith graduated from nearby Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa. He takes great pride in his service as a veteran of the U.S. Army Security Agency and the Iowa Air National Guard. His professional journey is characterized by unwavering dedication, strategic acumen, and an enduring commitment to enhancing the mining and business landscapes.
莱克斯·史密斯是一位经验丰富的高管,在采矿行业内享有卓越的领导力声誉。他于2013年在LehmanBush担任非执行董事。秉持数十年的卓越承诺,他以出色的结果不断展现着充满活力的领导风采。史密斯先生在矿山规划、运营和执行方面具备高超技能,他富有洞察力的领导力促进团队凝聚,最终达成成功。
史密斯先生的采矿经历凸显了他通过运用广泛专业知识来提升矿山的经过验证的记录。他涵盖了黄金、铜、煤炭和有色金属等多个矿产领域。他的长处在于复兴矿山,始终超越预期,使其变得盈利可行。
在他的职业旅程中,史密斯先生在各种上市和私人公司中担任关键角色。作为采矿公司的首席执行官、首席运营官、董事和总裁,他娴熟地管理地下和地表采矿运营。他在国际和美国战略联盟谈判方面的能力,加上他熟练处理并购、合资企业和有限合伙业务模式的技能,使他脱颖而出。
在他的职业生涯中,史密斯先生曾担任Shoshone Silver/Gold Mining Company和Shoshone Silver Mining Company Mexico S.A. de C.V.的总裁/董事,分别位于爱达荷州和墨西哥。他的领导遗产还包括作为美国非营利性采矿行业协会Silver Valley Mining Association(SVMA)的创始人、联合创始人和官员的角色。在SVMA内,他担任官方出版物《Drill and Pick》的执行编辑和撰稿人,同时领导政府关系联络小组。他还共同创立并在非营利性行业协会Natural Resources Education Resources(NREO)中担任领导职务,并在美国商会(AmChamUS)的执行领导层中担任职务,该商会致力于推广美国国内和国际的企业。
来自爱荷华州梅森城的史密斯先生毕业于附近的德雷克大学。他以美国陆军安全局和爱荷华州空中国民警卫队的退伍军人身份感到骄傲。他的职业旅程以坚定的奉献精神、战略眼光和对提升采矿和商业领域的持久承诺为特点。