ABOUT US
We Advocate for American Mining.
AEMA is a 129-year-old, 1,800+ member, national association representing the minerals industry. We are the recognized national voice for exploration, the junior mining sector, maintaining access to public lands, and represent the entire mining life cycle, from exploration through production, to reclamation and closure.
Represented by our volunteer-based Board of Trustees, AEMA's diverse membership includes every facet of the mining industry — including geology, exploration, mining, engineering, equipment manufacturing, technical services, and sales of equipment and supplies.
As an effective and proactive voice for the North American mining community, we successfully influence the outcome of political dialogue, build effective working strategies with key elected officials, and develop and coordinate industry responses to legislative and regulatory issues.
WE HAVE MEMBERS IN
46 STATES
7 CANADIAN PROVINCES
11 COUNTRIES
Our 1,800+ members are actively involved in prospecting, exploring, mining, and reclamation closure activities across North America & the world. Our diverse membership includes every facet of the mining industry including geology, exploration, mining, engineering, equipment manufacturing, technical services, and sales of equipment and supplies.
We are honored to deliver more opportunities to our members to tell their stories and be heard.
From small miners and exploration geologists to junior and large mining companies, AEMA’s broad membership represents a true cross-section of the American mining community.
More than 80% of our members are small businesses or work for small businesses, and most of our members are individual citizens.
We Hold the 2nd Largest Annual Mining Convention in the U.S.
AEMA’s Annual Meeting and Exposition is the longest running, and second-largest annual mining convention in the U.S.
Our Annual Meeting brings together American mining industry leaders and provides important networking and social opportunities. Join AEMA this year in Sparks/Reno, Nevada for the 130th Annual Meeting at the Nugget Casino Resort.
100+ Speakers
35 Technical Sessions
7 Short Courses
2 Keynote Luncheons
Over 250 Exhibits
Core Shack
