About Me

Mark Travis, CPG

Geologist, Explorationist, and Educator

About

Mark Travis is a Certified Professional Geologist (CPG) and the founder of Arkenstone Exploration, a mineral exploration company that offers a range of geological services. Mark has more than 20 years of experience in mineral exploration and mining, working on various projects in different regions in the Western U.S. such as Wyoming, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, and Idaho. During Mark’s tenure in the mineral industry, he has worked with various geologic and mineralization settings including gold, silver, copper, lithium, and uranium. Mark has a bachelor’s degree in geology from the University of Wyoming, has served as a Radiation Safety Officer (RSO), and has continued his education throughout his career.

Mark is passionate about discovering and developing new mineral resources that can contribute to the national security and economic well-being, and to the sustainable development and the global common good. Mark is also committed to advancing and promoting the mineral exploration industry and community, by applying the best practices and standards, by adopting the latest technologies and methods, and by engaging and collaborating with the various stakeholders and partners.

Mark is a member of several professional associations and organizations, such as the American Exploration and Mining Association (AEMA), the Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME), and the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC). Mark is also a Director of both the Geological Society of Nevada as well as the Nevada Mineral Exploration Coalition. Mark is also a frequent speaker and presenter at various conferences and events, such as the AEMA’s Annual Conference, SME’s MineXchange Annual Conference, and the PDAC Convention.

Mark enjoys traveling and exploring new places and cultures, as well as hiking and camping in the nature. Mark is also an avid reader and writer, and likes to share his insights and opinions on various topics related to mineral exploration and mining, such as the critical minerals, the new technologies and methods, and the environmental and social sustainability.

You can contact Mark by email at mark.travis@arkenstoneexploration.com, or by phone at +1-775-401-1002. You can also follow Mark on Twitter at @marktravisCPG, or on LinkedIn at [Mark Travis, CPG].

Presentations

Styles of Uranium Mineralization 2023, Project Manager for Nuclear Fuels Inc.

Corcoran Canyon Silver Project 2022, VP of Exploration
Nevada Silver Corp

Structural Modeling at Jerritt Canyon for Near-Mine Targeting and Development
2021, Senior Mine Geologist
First Majestic Silver Corp

Dewatering & Aquifer Modeling at Cortez Hills Underground
2016, Underground Mine Geologist
Barrick Gold Corp

Get in touch

Mark is always available to discuss geology, exploration, and minerals. His background in these fields would make him an ideal candidate for involvement in your organization’s public outreach and corporate leadership.