Show Summary: This podcast examines the transformation of the global critical minerals supply chain at a time when resilience, innovation, and policy leadership are more urgent than ever. From mineral extraction and refinement, to government action and private sector innovation, each episode will bring you closer to the people and ideas shaping the future of resource security.

Episode Summary: In this episode, Alberto Rosende speaks with Ellen Carey about why traceability and continuous visibility in critical minerals supply chains are essential to economic and national security. Carey explains that traceability is a practical tool that allows companies and governments to see deep upstream risks, differentiate responsibly sourced materials, and justify policies, incentives, and procurement decisions. Through examples such as nickel and lithium sourcing, she shows how traceability can reward allied, lower-risk production while addressing environmental, labor, and geopolitical concerns.

Episode Guest: Ellen Carey is a global leader known for driving demand for responsible, reliable Western critical minerals by advancing policies, initiatives, and standards that enable supply-chain transparency and product differentiation. Most recently, she served as Chief External Affairs Officer at Circulor, where she helped embed end-to-end critical-minerals traceability into major tax, trade, and finance frameworks, while authoring policies and standards that support global harmonization for manufacturers. Her career has focused on strengthening economic and national security by shaping markets for next-generation technologies, with prior leadership roles at Samsung Strategy and Innovation Center, Audi of America, SAFE and the Electrification Coalition, and the American Clean Power Association.

Episode Host:

Alberto Rosende is the President and CEO of Mi Global, Inc., a company dedicated to strengthening global resilience through the development of secure, transparent, and sustainable critical mineral supply chains. With decades of experience leading in the public and private sectors, Rosende brings a unique combination of strategic vision, operational discipline, and global perspective to the forefront of the minerals and energy sectors. Under his leadership, M2i Global has advanced initiatives and forge partnerships that align industry innovation with national security priorities. His leadership embodies M2i Global's mission to build a resilient future grounded in collaboration, sustainability, and economic strength.

Show Transcript: https://maipdf.com/file/d69680eb46ccad@pdf

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The views and opinions expressed in The Minerals and Metals Initiative podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They are provided for discussion and informational purposes only and do not represent the official policy, position, or recommendations of M2i Global, Inc. Any statements made should be understood as personal opinions, not factual claims, and should not be relied upon as investment, legal, or professional advice. While efforts are made to ensure accuracy, M2i Global makes no guarantees regarding completeness or reliability of the content.

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Show Summary: This podcast examines the transformation of the global critical minerals supply chain at a time when resilience, innovation, and policy leadership are more urgent than ever. From mineral extraction and refinement, to government action and private sector innovation, each episode will bring you closer to the people and ideas shaping the future of resource security.

Episode Summary: In this episode, host Alberto Rosende interviews Mark Wexler, co-founder and CEO of Not For Sale, about the link between human trafficking, forced labor, and the critical minerals supply chain. Wexler argues that improving mineral supply chains even by a fraction can have more impact than purely downstream rescue work. Alberto and Mark highlight their partnership between Not For Sale and M2i Global as a model for aligning responsible mining, indigenous community engagement, and market incentives to turn problem points in the supply chain into opportunities for systemic, sustainable change.

Show Host: Alberto Rosende is the President and CEO of Mi Global, Inc., a company dedicated to strengthening global resilience through the development of secure, transparent, and sustainable critical mineral supply chains. With decades of experience leading in the public and private sectors, Rosende brings a unique combination of strategic vision, operational discipline, and global perspective to the forefront of the minerals and energy sectors. Under his leadership, M2i Global has advanced initiatives and forge partnerships that align industry innovation with national security priorities. His leadership embodies M2i Global's mission to build a resilient future grounded in collaboration, sustainability, and economic strength.

Episode Guest: Mark Wexler is an entrepreneur and branding expert who has co-founded ventures that combine purpose-driven storytelling with market strategy to build impactful, socially responsible brands that prioritize financial sustainability and social good. In 2006, he co-founded Not For Sale, a global organization dedicated to ending modern-day slavery and exploitation. Operating in 12 countries globally, Not For Sale addresses the root causes of human trafficking and provides sustainable solutions to prevent it. Not For Sale works to break the cycle of exploitation and provide individuals with the tools to build a better future for themselves.

Full Transcript: https://maipdf.com/file/d693fb9361b3ec@pdf

Chapter Topics: https://maipdf.com/file/d693fb905991e1@pdf

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Episode Three Show Notes

Show Summary: This podcast examines the transformation of the global critical minerals supply chain at a time when resilience, innovation, and policy leadership are more urgent than ever. From mineral extraction and refinement to government action and private sector innovation, each episode will bring you closer to the people and ideas shaping the future of resource security.

Episode Title: Recycling as a Resource: Recycling Critical Metals and Building the Circular Economy with Hugo Schumann

Episode Summary: In our third episode of the Minerals Metals Initiative podcast, our host Alberto Rosende speaks with Hugo Schumann, CEO of EverMetal Capital and CEO, USA of Elemental Group, to discuss the critical importance of metals recycling in transforming the critical minerals supply chain and de-risking national security. Schumann noted that current U.S. metal recycling rates are only around 20% to 30%, meaning 70% to 80% of consumed metals are being thrown into landfills, highlighting the urgent need for better collection infrastructure and consumer incentives to build a true circular economy in the U.S. Schumann is addressing this challenge through EverMetal, which is executing a dedicated roll-up strategy to acquire and professionalize U.S. metals recycling companies.

Show Host: Alberto Rosende is the President and CEO of Mi Global, Inc., a company dedicated to strengthening global resilience through the development of secure, transparent, and sustainable critical mineral supply chains. With decades of experience leading in the public and private sectors, Rosende brings a unique combination of strategic vision, operational discipline, and global perspective to the forefront of the minerals and energy sectors. Under his leadership, M2i Global has advanced initiatives and forge partnerships that align industry innovation with national security priorities. His leadership embodies M2i Global's mission to build a resilient future grounded in collaboration, sustainability, and economic strength.

Episode Guest: Hugo Schumann is the Founder and CEO of EverMetal Capital, the world’s first private equity–backed critical metals recycling platform, and serves as CEO – USA for Elemental Group, overseeing a portfolio of recycling operations across nearly 50 sites. Hugo also holds Non-Executive Director roles at Global Uranium & Enrichment and IonDrive, and was named S&P Rising Star at the 2022 Platts Global Metals Awards.

Full Transcript: https://maipdf.com/file/d691612784c77d@pdf

Chapter Topics: https://maipdf.com/file/d69161e2a7e05e@pdf

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in The Minerals and Metals Initiative podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests. They are provided for discussion and informational purposes only and do not represent the official policy, position, or recommendations of M2i Global, Inc. Any statements made should be understood as personal opinions, not factual claims, and should not be relied upon as investment, legal, or professional advice. While efforts are made to ensure accuracy, M2i Global makes no guarantees regarding completeness or reliability of the content.

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