On Thursday, the Alabama Mining Association (AMA) announced that Paul Kavinoky has been named as the new President of the AMA. He’ll take over for Patrick Cagle, who is stepping down from the role to pursue a career in ministry.
“We are pleased to have Paul leading the mining association at such a pivotal time in our industry. Paul’s extensive background in mining and lobbying experience will allow him to add immediate value to the association and all its members,” said Walt Scheller, a member of the Alabama Mining Association Board of Directors.
“We wish Patrick good luck in his future endeavors and thank him for his five years of service to the industry.”
AMA is a nonprofit trade group that advocates for the state’s mining industry. The organization, previously known as the Alabama Coal Association, has broadened its scope and rebranded to reflect a commitment to safe and sustainable mining, essential for bolstering America’s infrastructure and Alabama’s economic growth.
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Scheller said Kavinoky’s experience makes him a natural choice to lead AMA and fulfill its mission of promoting the safe and sustainable mining of natural resources that strengthen our infrastructure and grow our great state’s economy.
Kavinoky has more than 30 years of experience in external affairs, public policy, reputation management, and stakeholder engagement. During his career, he has worked in every aspect of mining including coal, hardrock minerals, aggregates, oil, and natural gas.
“I am thrilled to be back fighting for the mining industry every day,” said Kavinoky. “Mining and extractives are in my blood.”
Kavinoky has served for the last seven years in the Birmingham office of the highly influential law firm Bradley Arant, where he has served as a Senior Advisor in the Governmental Affairs and Economic Development practice group.
Before joining Bradley Arant, Kavinoky served as the Chief Advisor for global mining company Rio Tinto in Washington, D.C., where he led their U.S. government and external affairs strategy. Kavinsky brings extensive experience in refining key policy objectives and implementing legislative and communication strategies to his new position.
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During his decades in the industry he has developed valuable relationships with domestic and international executives, government and non-government stakeholders, and key legislators at all levels.
Prior to his time at Rio Tinto, Kavinoky served as Senior Managing Director for the international law firm Dentons, where he focused on extractives and trade issues.
He also served as a senior Capitol Hill staffer, where he handled appropriations for House Appropriations Committee member Congressman George Nethercutt (R-Washington) and as Deputy Chief of staff for the former House Resources Committee when Congressman Richard Pombo (R-California was the Chairman).
Paul and his wife, Janet, live in Homewood. He enjoys playing golf and traveling in his spare time.
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