Alphonse Ama is a seasoned professional in sustainability and environmental management with extensive experience at Newmont Corporation as a Senior Advisor for Sustainability & Projects since June 2023 and previously at Newcrest Mining from January 2009 to June 2023 in various senior advisory roles. Alphonse has a strong background in leading environmental components of sustainability reporting, implementing community awareness projects, and managing sustainability initiatives focusing on climate change, water, and biodiversity. Additional expertise includes overseeing environmental monitoring equipment, managing environmental monitoring programs, and implementing ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management Systems. Alphonse holds a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Science & Geography from the University of Papua New Guinea and a Diploma in Health Administration from Divine Word University.