John Kwarta

John Kwarta is Director of Mining, Minerals & Metals for Schneider Electric Canada, bringing more than 25 years of experience across industrial technology, mining, strategic account management, business development, and technology innovation. Throughout his career, John has worked at the intersection of industry and technology, helping organizations translate electrification, automation, digital transformation, and sustainability into practical business and operational outcomes. Most recently, he served as Global Account Manager for Glencore, developing a global perspective on the challenges, opportunities, and emerging trends shaping the mining and metals industry. In his current role, John is focused on strengthening Schneider Electric's engagement across Canada's mining, minerals and metals ecosystem. He works with customers, partners, technology providers and industry stakeholders to improve productivity, sustainability and resilience while accelerating the adoption of integrated energy and automation solutions. John is particularly passionate about Canada's critical-minerals opportunity and the connection between upstream resource development and downstream industrial supply chains. His approach emphasizes strategic partnerships, open collaboration and connecting technology with industry needs to help build a more competitive and resilient Canadian mining sector.