Brad Ross

About Brad Ross

As the Founder and Mining Education Advocate at the Global Mining Education Foundation, I lead efforts to establish an industry-driven global institute that is dedicated to professional development and certification in the mining sector. Our mission is to elevate the number of highly skilled professionals who contribute to this vital industry. With a career spanning over 35 years in mining and six years as a mining engineering Professor of Practice at the University of Arizona, my passion lies in enriching both the knowledge base and best practices of this critical field.In addition, I serve as the Co-Director and Founder of the Geotechnical Center of Excellence at the University of Arizona. Here, we bring together experts from academia and industry to tackle the most complex geotechnical challenges in mining. Our focus includes delivering high-quality professional development courses that are affordable.I am also the author of \"Rise To The Occasion - Lessons From The Bingham Canyon Mine Manefay Landslide,\" a book that showcases the importance of innovation, teamwork, and leadership for creating innovation. I am passionate about advancing the knowledge base and best practices of this vital field.

Experience

1. Consultant

   90 Degree

   Mar 2015 — Present · Tucson, AZ, US

   90 Degree Consulting, LLC provides a diverse set of services for the mining and related industry based on 40 years of experience in the mining industry. These services range from providing consulting to industry leaders on strategic issues to mentoring high potential employees, serving as an expert witness for insurance claims and legal issues as well as an independent geotechnical review board member for surface mining operations Presents motivational talks and workshops based on his experiences from helping to manage the largest highwall failure in mining history, the Manefay at the Bingham Canyon Mine.

Education

• University of Arizona

  Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Mining and Geological Engineering

  2009 — 2011

• South Dakota Mines

  Bachelor’s Degree, Mining Engineering

  1976 — 1980

• University of Arizona

  Masters of Engineering, Mining and Geological Engineering

  2007 — 2009

Skills

• Geology
• Copper
• Mining Engineering
• Mining
• Project Planning
• Process Improvement
• Professional Mentoring
• Base Metals
• Minerals
• Engineering
• Safety Management Systems
• Gold
• Management
• Training
• Mineral Exploration
• Sustainability
• Coal
• Processes Improvement
• Mentoring
• Project Management