Kelly Strong, P.Eng., brings over 30 years of extensive experience in both underground and surface mining, spanning a diverse portfolio of commodities including gold, nickel, copper, zinc, phosphates, and potash. Throughout his international career, he has established a reputation for operational excellence and transformative leadership.

Over the past seven years, Kelly has held multiple vice president roles at The Mosaic Company, leading potash and phosphate operations across North America. He previously served as vice president of mining operations for Nyrstar, Inc., a global multi-metals group. Before these roles, he dedicated 14 years to Vale’s nickel mining and metals division, where he rose through various senior leadership tiers, including vice president of Ontario and United Kingdom operations.

A steadfast advocate for safety, Kelly has dedicated his career to fostering secure working environments through the direct involvement of front-line teams. He prides himself on being a "felt" leader—one who is visible, approachable, and deeply understands that genuine employee engagement is the foundation of a world-class safety culture.

Kelly holds a Bachelor of Science in mining engineering from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. He is a registered professional engineer in the Province of Ontario and remains an active contributor to the industry through numerous board appointments and technical committees.