WOMEN ADVANCING MINERAL RESEARCH
MRIWA: Breakfast with Vanessa Torres
DoubleTree Hilton Northbridge
A Breakfast with Vanessa Torres
Join WAMR, in partnership with the MRIWA Education Workforce Development Program, for an engaging breakfast conversation with one of Australia’s most respected mining industry leaders, Vanessa Torres, CEO of Perenti Mining and Board Chair of MRIWA.
This exclusive event brings together industry professionals, researchers, academics, and emerging leaders to explore the experiences, insights, and leadership lessons that have shaped Vanessa’s distinguished career in the resources sector. Through an intimate chat over breakfast, Vanessa will share her personal journey, discussing the evolving landscape of mining and minerals research, and offer her perspective on the future opportunities and challenges facing the industry.
The conversation will also explore the critical role of collaboration between research and industry, the importance of innovation and sustainability within Australia’s resources sector, and the progress being made to create more inclusive pathways for women in mining.
Designed to inspire current and future industry leaders, this event offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights from a leader who continues to influence the direction of Australia’s mining sector while championing diversity, excellence and meaningful industry impact.
DETAILS:
Tuesday, 17 November 2026
8am – 10am AWST
DoubleTree Hilton Northbridge
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