Marilyn
Spink
Executive in Residence
Marilyn Spink, P.Eng., FCAE is an award-winning engineer with over 30 years of global experience in mining, minerals processing, metallurgical refining, manufacturing, and construction. She has led major projects in some of the world’s most challenging environments, with a strong commitment to social impact, environmental stewardship, and long-term sustainability.
As Director of Operations at the Canadian Critical Minerals and Materials Alliance (C2M2A), Marilyn champions collaboration across Canada’s materials sector to support the global energy transition and strengthen the nation’s economic resilience. She also supports emerging cleantech ventures, helping them to not only advance their technologies but also build strong organizations rooted in sustainability and purpose-driven culture.
A dedicated advocate for good governance, she serves as an Independent Non-Executive Director on several corporate boards. In 2023, Marilyn was inducted as a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering, one of the highest professional honors for engineers in Canada, recognizing her outstanding contributions to the industry and society.