SAMANTHA LARSON

Talent Acquisition Director

An Elko, Nevada native now living in Boise, brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to her role at MRC. As the current VP of Women in Mining Idaho, Samantha is passionate about supporting and empowering women in the industry.

Throughout her career, Samantha has developed a keen ability to interpret the complex needs of clients, thanks to her experience with industry leaders such as Barrick North America and Extrados. Her deep understanding of the mining sector, coupled with her exceptional relationship-building skills, has made her a go-to resource for companies seeking top-tier talent.

Samantha’s enthusiasm for the industry shines through in her approach to recruiting, particularly when tackling challenging searches. She thrives on the opportunity to find the perfect candidate for even the most demanding roles, leveraging her extensive network and expertise to create successful matches that others might consider impossible.

With her unique blend of local roots, global experience, and passion for connecting the right people with the right opportunities, Samantha enables MRC to deliver exceptional recruiting services to the mining and mineral exploration communities.

Samantha holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from the University of Nevada, Reno and has also studied at the Universidad del País Vasco in San Sebastian, Spain, further enhancing her global perspective and ability to navigate the international mining landscape.