Ep 11: Artisanal Mining – Financing Dignity & Value featuring

In this episode of Ore-atory, Lindsey Schultz welcomes Rob Karpati, a finance transformation and sustainable development expert, to discuss the evolving role of artisanal mining in the global economy. As the mining partner at the Blended Capital Group, Rob focuses on creating finance solutions that empower artisanal miners while fostering ethical and sustainable mining practices. Rob and Lindsey explore the challenges artisanal miners face, particularly in accessing non-predatory capital, and discuss how a new digital marketplace can connect investors with mining projects in a responsible and transparent way. This innovation aims to bridge the finance gap, improve sustainability, and integrate artisanal mining into the broader industry. Key Takeaways: The role of artisanal mining in the global supply chain The need for responsible finance solutions for small-scale miners How governance and collaboration can create win-win scenarios The importance of traceability and transparency in the mining industry How a digital marketplace can transform the future of artisanal mining Our Promise: We aim to engage with the most innovative minds in mining—from finance experts and engineers to sustainability leaders and investors—to explore groundbreaking projects and pioneering solutions. Our discussions are designed not only to inform but to inspire action and empower our listeners to lead and innovate. Subscribe for more engaging conversations: ➤LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mrcrecruiting/ ➤WEBSITE: https://mrcrecruiting.com/ ➤FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/MRCRecruiting ➤INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/MRCRecruiting