Amanda McCallum, ICD.D in

Amanda McCallum, ICD.D

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Executive Director at Mining Industry NL
📍 St John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

Amanda is a transformative leader and the Executive Director of Mining Industry NL, where she drives the strategic agenda for one of Newfoundland and Labradors key industries. With a background in geology and education from Memorial University, she has deep expertise across both private and public sectors, from exploration to investment attraction.

Inspired by the rugged coastline of her childhood hometown, Amanda has a passion for the outdoors, geology, and travel. She has participated in expeditions to the Canadian Arctic, Greenland, and around Newfoundland, combining her professional expertise as a geologist with her love for exploring remote and natural environments.

She led the successful international project to secure Newfoundland and Labradors first UNESCO Global Geopark designation.

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Experience
23 Years
Current Role
Executive Director
Job Level
Senior
Location
St John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
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Priorities

Topics Amanda cares about

Newfoundland Mining
As Executive Director of Mining Industry NL, she is a key advocate for the province's mining sector, which is the second-largest contributor to its GDP.
Geoscience Education
She founded a consultancy focused on geoscience education and authored guides like "Women in Mining Career Connections" to promote public outreach and student engagement.
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Career

Work history

4-2024
Executive Director
Mining Industry NL
6-2022
Geologist
Adventure Canada
1-2015 - 4-2024
President
Ignite Education Inc.
12-2012 - 6-2014
Outreach Geologist
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
11-2008 - 11-2012
Outreach Geologist
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
In the press

Media appearances

Amanda McCallum Named New Executive Director of Mining Industry NL, Bringing Extensive Industry Leadership – Mining Industry NL. Featured in Mining Industry NL (company news release)
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The mining sector has its eye on Churchill Falls. A lighter carbon footprint is one reason why. Featured in CBC News
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Education
11-2022 - 9-2023
Institute of Corporate Directors
University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management
2020 - 2020
Masters Certificate in Project Management
York University
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