Professional abandoned mine explorer turned entrepreneur and leading mining consultant. Co-founder and Chairman of Burgex Mining Consultants @MineConsulting

Utah
Joined May 2010
AI won't replace many field jobs in the oil patch; human judgment is key. AI is a tool to enhance roles, not replace people. We need more engineers and operators in good-paying careers. #Oilfield #AI #FutureOfWork
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Generations are passing, taking incredible untold stories with them. We have partners in their 70s and 80s eager to share, but they need a platform. Don't let their legacies fade. #Storytelling #Legacy #OralHistory
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Paul Ciupa shares his history from steam truck cleaner to pipeline project manager. 30+ years in the resource industry, mastering heavy equipment and industrial work, then finding a home in the bush with pipeline projects. #CareerJourney #ResourceIndustry
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Daniel Boring at Kidder Matthews explains how oil, gas, and infrastructure investments are becoming more attractive. #Investment #Finance #Consulting
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Paul Ciupa says stop overlooking skilled trades! Many degree holders serve coffee, while welders and mechanics have AI-proof careers with great pay and job security. It's time to change the narrative for young people. #SkilledTrades #FutureOfWork #SkilledTrades #FutureOfWork
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Minerals extraction doesn't have to be the end of nature. We can transform open pits into beautiful lakes and parks, showing that nature can be restored and thrive. This vital story needs to be told more often. #LandReclamation #Sustainability #NatureRestoration
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Recycling construction waste into new aggregate materials is a growing industry. With landfill space shrinking and material costs rising, converting waste soil into usable sand and gravel offers a smart solution for the future. #Sustainability #ConstructionTech
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Paul Ciupa talks about the resource industry excels at reclamation, yet struggles to share these incredible stories. Imagine parks and strip malls on former quarries, with no plaque to tell the tale. #Reclamation #Sustainability
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Daniel Boring at Kidder Matthews says AI can't testify in court, but effective communication with judges and juries is crucial. True understanding means explaining complex subjects simply. Experience is key to making the case understandable. #LegalTech #CommunicationSkills
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In mining and construction, a quarry might seem low-value alone. But to a nearby competitor needing materials, it's strategically priceless. Market analysis reveals acquisition strategies often hinge on this hidden value. #Mining #BusinessStrategy
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NIMBYism makes quarrying near cities tough, pushing development to distant greenfields. This means future value, not current, drives prices—especially for strategic minerals. #RealEstate #Mining #Economics
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Forensic geology, normally used for finding clandestine graves and catching serial killers, is now being applied to landfills. Surprisingly, the science of geological deposits can help uncover hidden evidence in unexpected places. #ForensicScience #Geology #TrueCrime
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Daniel Boring at Kidder Matthews says AI is an incredible tool, but it needs a conductor. Just like an orchestra: brilliant musicians, but without a leader, they can't create a masterpiece. Human oversight is key to directing AI towards effective solutions. #AI #Productivity
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In Thailand, builders sometimes use beach sand for cement. The salty water corrodes rebar in 2-3 years. A low-tech solution? Lick the rocks! If your tongue sticks to pozzolanic materials, it absorbs water well, indicating good quality. #Construction #QualityControl #Thailand
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Daniel Boring at Kidder Matthews explains AI can't testify in court, but effective communication with judges and juries is crucial. True understanding means explaining complex subjects simply. Experience is key to making the case understandable. #LegalTech #CommunicationSkills
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Daniel Boring at Kidder Matthews recalls In Thailand, builders sometimes use beach sand for cement. The salty water corrodes rebar in 2-3 years. A low-tech solution? Lick the rocks! #Construction #QualityControl #Thailand
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As AI accelerates, face-to-face interaction becomes more crucial than ever. This makes specialized shows and conferences a prime opportunity for growth and connecting businesses, from startups to established companies. #FutureOfWork #AI #Networking
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Promoting the mining industry and its educational programs is key to growing awareness. Many people underestimate the role coal plays in providing reliable energy, a truth often overlooked. #Mining #EnergyAwareness
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Many mining projects fail because they're based on stories, not solid data. A quick, cost-effective assessment can determine if a project is worth investing in or if it's time to move on. Daniel Boring at Kidder Matthews #Mining #Investment #DueDiligence
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You'll kill some deals, and clients won't be happy. I was nicknamed 'the dream killer' for shutting down projects that weren't worth the time or money. People were buying a story, not a project, with nothing to back it up. #BusinessStrategy #Investment
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