Mining Discovery began in 2022, founded by Michael Clark and Sagar Bakshi with a shared vision: to bring clarity and depth to a field often clouded by noise and half-truths. Both coming from different backgrounds, mining markets, and strategic communication, they realised the mining sector lacked a strong, trustworthy voice dedicated to the stories that matter: corporate actions, sustainability, exploration, regulation, investor relations, and innovation.
They believed that mining isn’t just about rocks and machines; it’s about people, communities, economies, and the future of our planet. And they set out to build a platform that honors all of that.
Gaurav Sharma is a Founder of Mining Discovery, bringing a word to the know-how in media technology, communication, and mining networks to innovate on exploration. With a unique technical insight and connectivity with the industry, he has developed platforms that serve as a bridge from discovery to opportunity.
Sagar Bakshi is a Co-founder of Mining Discovery, brings with him a strong foothold in resource journalism, editorial direction, and market strategy. As someone who has analyzed global mining developments for years, he brings a sharp lens toward industry trends and opportunities.
Mining Discovery Advisor, Laura Stein is one of the predecessors with 50-plus years of exceptional global mining industry experience. There exists a lighter shade in her operational experience and knowledge matrix across mineral and market boundaries in exploration, project development, and strategic advisory operations. Laura has been reputed for the singular ability to guide projects through discovery and development while staying true to her principles out of respect for the challenge put in front of her. Designing a full range of support and services, she enables Mining Discovery in the identification, evaluation, and advancement of promising mineral opportunities with confidence and transparency.
A Mining Discovery Advisor, Chris Powell has decades of experience in journalism and in the precious metals markets. He is Connecticutbased and his background includes 56 years at the Journal Inquirer, 44 of them as managing editor, while still writing influential political columns. Chris is also a founding member of the Gold Anti-Trust Action Committee (GATA), and its secretary/treasurer, an organization formed for the purpose of exposing and combating gold market manipulations by the central banks. Through his writings for the GATA Dispatch as well as his international advocacy, Chris has been an active voice against uncertainty and for fair dealing in the gold and mineral markets. With his profound expertise and commitment, he takes a great interest in Mining Discovery s mandate in the early-stage mineral exploration and discovery.
Report clearly on exploration, production, regulation, investment, and ESG.
Interpret the news so that leaders and investors can make informed decisions.
Provide a clear view of company operations, risks, and community impact.
Connecting firms, investors, regulators, and communities through stories and data.
Truthful, verified reporting above all else.
Explain complex issues in plain, impactful language.
Adopting new tools and formats to keep coverage relevant.
Consideration for communities, environment, investors, and workers.
Collaborating with companies, experts, and institutions as allies.
| Feature | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Industry-Focused Journalism | We specialize in mining for depth, context, and consistency. |
| Integrated Approach | We connect reporting, data, and branding — treating them as a single story. |
| Dual Perspective | We address both industry professionals and community stakeholders. |
| Media & Digital Strength | Editorial excellence meets SEO, visual storytelling, and syndication. |
| Founder-Driven Vision | Guided by the personal commitment of our founders for purpose-driven growth. |
Mining Discovery aims to be the trusted global voice in mining — expanding coverage in Africa, Latin America, and Asia, developing advanced data tools, enriching video storytelling, and nurturing an engaged community that values truth over noise.
Mining Discovery provides daily mining news, a weekly mining newsletter, a monthly mining magazine and an interactive mining website for mining companies, mining associations and mining executives globally.
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