September 2024

In this issue, learn about President and CEO Kathleen Quirk’s career journey and optimistic outlook for the company’s future, Freeport’s investment in employees’ career growth, New Mexico Operations’ work to improve its maintenance program, and the external attention the company’s Leach to the Last Drop initiative is garnering.

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the scoop: Inspired by the ‘Team Freeport’ Culture

Reflections on Freeport’s achievements, future growth opportunities, and the commitment of its employees to safety, innovation, and teamwork.

‘So Much Opportunity’

Kathleen Quirk shares her career journey and optimism for the future in her first town hall as Freeport’s Chief Executive Officer.

‘The Sky is the Limit’

Investing in employees’ growth so they can succeed in whatever career path they choose is a pillar of Freeport’s Proudly Creating Better Futures, which highlights the value the company brings to employees, communities and the world.

A New Path for Managing Maintenance

New Mexico Operations is on a quest to correct the mistakes of the past, preserve institutional knowledge and change the face of maintenance.

Leach to the Last Drop: Success Getting Attention Outside the Company

The promise of using science, technology and innovation to create a new way to extract copper has caught the attention of competitors, the media and the financial community.

Picture of Blyth’s Hornbill Captures Wildlife Photo Contest

The winning entry was one of more than 600 employee entries submitted from sites companywide.

Doc Talk: Mental Health Critical for Overall Well-being

Dr. Richard Vinroot discusses the importance of mental well-being and some simple actions employees can take to help them be their best – both in the workplace and at home.

As Seen on Social: A Look at the Top 5 Posts

Global copper production leaders, the company’s summer intern program, and President and CEO Kathleen Quirk being named the 2024 Ankh Award Recipient were the most popular social media posts for the last quarter.

Employees Celebrate Family, Freedom and the Fourth

Freeport employees, family members and the surrounding communities came together to celebrate the Fourth of July across
the company’s North America sites.

New Mexico Interns Gain Experience, Support Environment

Summer interns in New Mexico are really getting their feet wet while also gaining insight into their local Environmental team’s conservation efforts.

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