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:


Emma Bishop
Vice President
Venn Strategies

Igor Barsukov
Manager Business Development
American Energy Technologies

Matt Stock
Product Director - New Technology
Benchmark Mineral Intelligence

David Anonychuk
Global VP Metallurgy & Consulting
SGS

Tim Porcelli
Senior Director of Business Development
NanoGraf

David Smithson
SVP Geology
Li-FT Power Ltd.

David Park
CEO
Standard Lithium

Blake Hylands
CEO
Lithium Ionic Corp

Felix Wang
Head of Marketing, alkaLi
Gradiant Corporation

William Roberts
Automotive Research Lead
Rho Motion

Kevin Smith
Director
IRIS Metals

Erez Ichilov
Founder
Cedrus Arbor LLC

Howard Klein
Founder
RK Equity

Chris Robb
Founder
Robb Commodities Consulting

Anthony Huston
Founder and CEO
Graphite One

Christine Burow
Chief Marketing Officer
Torngat Metals

Amit Mathrani
Vice President - Energy Transition
Rabobank North America

Akshat Singh
Associate Fellow, Chair on India and Emerging Asia Economics
Center for Strategic and International Studies

Martin Andreatta
Chief Lithium Officer & Director
Hanaq Group

Patrice Boulanger
VP sales & Marketing
Nouveau Monde Graphite

Matt Hughes
Energy Solutions Business Field Manager
NETZSCH

Maheep Mandloi
Director, Senior Clean Energy Equity Research Analyst
Mizuho Securities USA

Chris Reilly
State Infrastructure Coordinator, Office of Governor Joe Lombardo
State of Nevada

David Riposo
Director, Business Development, Energy & Infrastructure
U.S. International Development Finance Corporation

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.