Paul Bonifas brings over a decade of experience within the energy sector in corporate development and strategic project management. As Director of Business Development at Rare Element Resources, Paul leads efforts in business growth initiatives, corporate partnerships, and stakeholder relations. He is the founder of Bonifas Consulting, where he has provided project management, economic analysis, and regulatory navigation services to clients across mining, petroleum, and greenfield energy development. Paul has also held leadership roles at 9H Energy, where he drove the development of datacenters & energy projects, and serves as a Board Director at the 9H Research Foundation, a non-profit focused on innovation and education in Wyoming. His career includes extensive work in mining, power grids, and regulatory affairs, with a focus on economic and technical development for energy projects. Paul holds an M.S. in Petroleum Engineering, an M.B.A., and a B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Magna Cum Laude, from the University of Wyoming. He is fluent in both English and French.