The Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration, Inc. (SME) is pleased to offer the Young Leaders Program for 2008. SME has created this Program to help equip young professionals with the tools needed for success in both the Society and the mining profession. The future of SME depends on the development of qualified, capable individuals who have the vision and dedication to lead the Society in the next century.

We are seeking outstanding young professionals with leadership potential and motivation to serve for four years in the Young Leaders Committee. Candidates must be less than 35 years of age and possess significant professional experience and demonstrated leadership ability.

Participants will be asked to attend the 2008 SME Annual Meeting, and undertake special projects, such as membership development and professional development, throughout the year. All activities will be designed to help participants enter into the leadership structure of the Society, in addition to providing networking and educational opportunities.

I encourage you to apply for the 2008 Young Leaders Program. For more information and to apply online, CLICK HERE.

If you have any questions about the program or eligibility requirements, please feel free to email Katie Marten, Chair Young Leaders Committee at kmarten@barrick.com or co-chair Richard Bishop at Bishop@harwest.com or Mona Vandervoort, SME Education Coordinator, at (303) 948-4227 or 1-800-763-3132 x 227 Don't miss this opportunity to become an integral part of SME's leadership!

SME has three committee members who are concluding their service to the Audit Committee creating openings on this very important SME committee.

Requirements include attending the Audit Committee meeting currently held at the SME Annual Meeting, reviewing the Audited Financial Statement and asking questions of the independent auditors and SME management to determine that the audit results accurately reflect the financial condition of SME, and that the audit followed all required guidelines.

Qualified candidates will have financial management experience or a very good working knowledge of financial issues, including an understanding of Income Statements, Balance Sheets and Cash Flow Statements, along with a willingness to ask probing questions.

To apply, please e-mail a brief note expressing your interest and describing your qualifications to: hedges@smenet.org The Finance Strategic Committee will review applicants at their next meeting in late August, and make recommendations to the SME Board at their mid-year meeting for appointments to the committee.

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