#184- WIM: Jennie Davis

Mining Minds is recording again from San Antionio for the Annual Women in Mining Conference—and in this powerful episode, we sit down with Jennie (Rice) Davis, a trailblazer whose mining journey redefines perseverance, grit, and growth. Starting as a janitor at just 18, Jennie carved her way through the industry—hauling rock in 777s, navigating early-career adversity, and ultimately rising to become a respected Business Manager and Vice President of the Idaho Chapter of Women in Mining. Her story is proof that showing up, staying persistent, and saying "yes" to opportunity can transform not just a career, but a life. Whether you're operating equipment or running numbers, Jennie's story reminds us that the mining world is built on more than minerals—it's built on people who never stop driving forward. Join Mining Minds as we Welcome Jennie Davis to the Face! Sponsors: Norcat-GBC MST Liebherr Mining  Gold West Fire & Safety Services Chapters: 00:00 Introducing Jennie Davis 06:39 The Beginning of Persistency   13:15 Saying yes when the moment finds you 23:54 Keep showing up & Being Authentic 30:10 Building the next generation miner 37:22 Empowering mining with finical insight 41:23 Proud career moments and event highlights 45:50 This isn't your grandpa's mining company anymore