Key facts
- Kristi Noem has joined the advisory board of Canadian mineral exploration firm NovaRed Mining.
- Noem will serve in a strategic advisory role, focusing on critical mineral exploration projects.
- NovaRed Mining is focused on acquiring and developing copper-gold projects in British Columbia.
- Noem stated that secure access to critical minerals is an important economic and national security priority.
- NovaRed cited Noem's background in economic development, energy policy, and government experience as beneficial.
Kristi Noem, formerly the Homeland Security Secretary and now serving as Special Envoy for the Shield of the Americas, has joined the advisory board of NovaRed Mining, a Canadian mineral exploration company. The company announced Tuesday that Noem will take on a strategic advisory role as NovaRed aims to acquire and advance critical mineral exploration projects using its AI-enhanced technology platform. NovaRed's primary focus is on copper-gold projects in British Columbia.
Noem expressed that her interest in NovaRed stems from the company's focus on critical minerals, which she highlighted as increasingly vital for U.S. supply chains. She stated, “In an increasingly competitive global environment, secure and reliable access to critical minerals has become an important economic and national security priority.” Noem added that she is excited to contribute her experience in public policy, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning as the company progresses its initiatives.