Idaho Mining Association Appoints New Board of Directors

Hecla’s Russell named president

BOISE – The Idaho Mining Association (IMA) has named its new board of directors. Since its founding in 1903, the IMA has led the effort in supporting the interests of the Gem State’s mining and mineral production industry. The newly appointed officers of the IMA Board include:

•President - Luke Russell of Hecla Mining Company, Coeur d’Alene

•1st Vice President - Mark Kirby of Itafos Conda, Soda Springs

•2nd Vice President - Randy Vranes of Bayer, Soda Springs

•Immediate Past President - Alan Prouty of Simplot, Boise (project in Smokey Canyon)

•Executive Director/Treasurer – Ben Davenport, Boise

“We have the best and brightest ready to address challenges and uphold the interests of the hard-working people in Idaho’s mining and mineral production industry,” said Ben Davenport, IMA executive director and treasurer. “Mining is an important part of the economic health and vitality of this state and country.

The Idaho Mining Association also recognized three individuals for its dedication to the industry. The 2020 ‘Friend of Mining’ Award honors these recipients for their outstanding public service and continued support of mining in the Gem State.

• Sen. Jim Guthrie, McCammon Dist. 28

• Rep. Dorothy Moon, Stanley Dist. 8

• Rep. Jim Addis, Coeur d’Alene Dist. 4

“The IMA is grateful for the continuous support that these three lawmakers have for mining in Idaho. We have more than a century of mining history in Idaho and our industry and the minerals we produce are critical to the production of nearly every product we use in our daily lives,” said Davenport.