Benchmark's Flagship Event Returns

Since 2016, Benchmark Week has been the leading gathering for the world’s lithium-ion battery supply chain and the wider energy transition.

This year, multiple content streams held simultaneously over three days will provide broader context of the opportunities and challenges facing clean energy supply chains, with in depth expert presentations & discussions alongside unrivalled networking, all hosted by Benchmark Mineral Intelligence.

Featuring:

Confirmed speakers:


Anne Torricelli
Managing Director, ESS
Gotion

Dan Blondal
CEO
Nano One Materials Corp

Nicholas Lugansky
Head of Mining
SLB

Marco Romero
CEO
Positive Materials

Bruce Richardson
Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Anson Resources

Shane Khoury
Secretary
Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment

Raef Sully
Chief Executive Officer
Lilac Solutions

Morgan D. Bazilian, Ph.D.
Director, Payne Institute, Professor Public Policy
Colorado School of Mines

Haibo Mo
Managing Director
Hensen Graphite & Carbon Corp

Anna Motta
Group Chief Technology Officer
Talga Group

Daniel Abdo
Director of Business Development
Sigma Lithium

Eric Desaulniers
CEO
Nouveau Monde Graphite

Chris Berry
Founder and President
House Mountain Partners

William Turlington
Managing Director, Battery, Mining and Industries team, Americas
Societe Generale

Andrew Walker​​​​
Chief Commercial Officer
Evove Ltd

Isabelle Christensen, PHD
Head of Energy Storage
Anza Renewables

Francis MacDonald
CEO & Director
Li-FT Power

Caspar Rawles
Chief Data Officer
Benchmark Mineral Intelligence

David Howell
Vice President
Strategicmi

Richard Clark
Global Head of Specialty Materials and Processes
Appian Capital Advisory LLP

William Izod
Vice President
Rare Earth Industry Association

Daanish Hussain
Investment Lead, Advanced Manufacturing
Invest Ontario

Matthew Aks
Vice President
Evercore ISI

Annie Gayman
Senior Vice President
Lot Sixteen

Field Trips:

Benchmark Week will open with a series of field trips on the morning of Tuesday 12th November as way to add value to your trip and kick start your event networking.

 

Who attends?

 

Benchmark Week attracts key decision makers and active participants in the energy transition supply chain, from global policy makers, financial institutions, carmakers, battery manufacturers and critical mineral suppliers.

Attendee testimonials

“The networking opportunities were unparalleled. Meeting professionals from various industries, exchanging ideas, and forging valuable connections enriched the experience even further. The atmosphere was electric with enthusiasm, as like-minded individuals shared their unique perspectives and ignited sparks of creativity.”

“Benchmark Week presents a perfect combination of policy, analytical, and industry experts and, therefore, attracts a good mix of businesses along the value chain and across the globe”

“The keynote speeches delivered by industry luminaries — and global icons — were truly inspiring. Each speaker shared their insights, expertise, and visionary ideas that left everyone in awe. The engaging format encouraged active participation, fostering an environment of dynamic collaboration among attendees.”

Benchmark Week 2023 Highlights

Last year’s event also featured new offerings including our first ever Critical Mineral Symposium; showcasing up-and-coming companies, projects and technologies in the critical mineral mining industry, and our first Lifetime Achievement Award winners. 

Last year’s winners were none other than Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Nobel Laureate Professor Stanley Whittingham, who also provided keynote presentations on the mornings of the first and second day of the conference.

Ritz-Carlton,

Marina Del Rey

Five miles from LAX airport, near Venice Beach and Santa Monica, The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey is perfectly located for this high level gathering.

Set along the waterfront, the event will combine large plenary sessions, interactive breakout discussions and lively networking functions.