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
Emma Bishop
Vice President
Venn Strategies
Igor Barsukov
Igor Barsukov
Manager Business Development
American Energy Technologies
Matt Stock
Matt Stock
Product Director - New Technology
Benchmark Mineral Intelligence
David Anonychuk
David Anonychuk
Global VP Metallurgy & Consulting
SGS
Tim Porcelli
Tim Porcelli
Senior Director of Business Development
NanoGraf
David Smithson
David Smithson
SVP Geology
Li-FT Power Ltd.
David Park
David Park
CEO
Standard Lithium
Blake Hylands
Blake Hylands
CEO
Lithium Ionic Corp
Felix Wang
Felix Wang
Head of Marketing, alkaLi
Gradiant Corporation
William Roberts
William Roberts
Automotive Research Lead
Rho Motion
Kevin Smith
Kevin Smith
Director
IRIS Metals
Erez Ichilov
Erez Ichilov
Founder
Cedrus Arbor LLC
Howard Klein
Howard Klein
Founder
RK Equity
Chris Robb
Chris Robb
Founder
Robb Commodities Consulting
Anthony Huston
Anthony Huston
Founder and CEO
Graphite One
Christine Burow
Christine Burow
Chief Marketing Officer
Torngat Metals
Amit Mathrani
Amit Mathrani
Vice President - Energy Transition
Rabobank North America
Akshat Singh
Akshat Singh
Associate Fellow, Chair on India and Emerging Asia Economics
Center for Strategic and International Studies
Martin Andreatta
Martin Andreatta
Chief Lithium Officer & Director
Hanaq Group
Patrice Boulanger
Patrice Boulanger
VP sales & Marketing
Nouveau Monde Graphite
Matt Hughes
Matt Hughes
Energy Solutions Business Field Manager
NETZSCH
Maheep Mandloi
Maheep Mandloi
Director, Senior Clean Energy Equity Research Analyst
Mizuho Securities USA
Chris Reilly
Chris Reilly
State Infrastructure Coordinator, Office of Governor Joe Lombardo
State of Nevada
David Riposo
David Riposo
Business Development Director
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.