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8:30 AM<\/p><\/td>

Registration \u2013 Grand Hall, Reynolds Center<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

8:45 AM<\/p><\/td>

Welcome \u2013 Grand Hall, Reynolds Center<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

9:00 AM<\/p><\/td>

Keynote<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>– Grand Hall, Reynolds Center<\/p>

Robert Mintak, CEO of Standard Lithium<\/p>

Lithium Opportunities and Challenges for Southern Arkansas<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

10:00 \u2013 10:50 AM<\/p><\/td>

Parallel Sessions 1 \u2013 Presentations in Blanchard Hall<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

10:50 \u2013 11:00 AM<\/p><\/td>

Break<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

11:00 \u2013 11:50 AM<\/p><\/td>

Parallel Sessions 2 \u2013 Presentations in Blanchard Hall<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

12:00 PM<\/p><\/td>

Lunch<\/strong>\u00a0– Grand Hall, Reynolds Center<\/p>

V<\/strong>ideo<\/strong><\/p>

SAU Dept. of Communications<\/p>

Awards<\/strong><\/p>

The Good Steward Leadership Award<\/p>

Rankin College of Business Sustainability Award<\/p>

New Generations Impact Award<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

1:20 \u2013 2:10 PM<\/p><\/td>

Student Poster Presentations \u2013 Blanchard 1st<\/sup> Floor<\/p>

Outdoor Demonstrations \u2013 Blanchard Lawn<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

2:10 \u2013 2:20 PM<\/p><\/td>

Break<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

2:20 \u2013 3:10 PM<\/p><\/td>

Outdoor Demonstrations \u2013 Blanchard Lawn<\/p>

Networking Session<\/strong> \u2013 Blanchard Student Lounge<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

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Lithium Opportunities and Challenges for Southern Arkansas<\/strong><\/p>

Robert Mintak, as the CEO of Standard Lithium, leads a skilled team dedicated to the advanced development of U.S. critical mineral projects in Arkansas and Texas. Through the application of Direct Lithium Extraction technologies, he ensures that these endeavors are both adaptable and scalable, key factors in their success. Robert creates a collaborative environment, effectively bridging the gap between his team and local stakeholders, thereby fostering a culture of shared success and integrated risk management.<\/span><\/p>

His strategic vision and emphasis on a team-centered approach are fundamental in cementing Standard Lithium’s position as a frontrunner in the U.S. lithium supply chain’s development. Robert’s leadership is instrumental in strengthening the company’s role in promoting a sustainable future for U.S. lithium production, showcasing Standard Lithium’s commitment to innovation and sustainability in this critical industry sector.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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