About SAC
Smee & Associates Consulting Ltd. is a trusted leader in applied geochemistry, delivering over four decades of expertise to the global mineral exploration community.
Founded in 1990 by Dr. Barry W. Smee, our consultancy has built its reputation on quality, integrity, and innovation. We specialize in designing, managing, and monitoring geochemical programs in some of the most challenging exploration environments. From rigorous quality control to customized sampling strategies, our mission is to help clients make confident exploration decisions backed by reliable data.
Achievements
At Smee & Associates, we are constantly refining our methods to stay ahead of the curve in mineral exploration. Some of our latest developments include:
Turnkey Quality Control (QC):
Real-time evaluation of laboratory data, whether onsite in the field or remotely, ensuring timely and accurate decision-making.
Industry Recognition:
In 2005, Dr. Barry W. Smee received the J.C. Sproule Memorial Plaque for outstanding contributions to mineral exploration through the application of geochemistry.
These advancements reflect our ongoing commitment to raising standards in exploration geochemistry worldwide.
Our Team
Dr. Barry W. Smee
President (Vancouver, Canada)
Barry Smee is a consulting geochemist and geologist based in British Columbia, Canada. He earned a B.Sc. in chemistry and geology from the University of Alberta, and a Ph.D. in geochemistry from the University of New Brunswick under the supervision of Dr. G. J. S. Govett. Barry has worked in academia, government and industry for 50 years, and has operated SAC since 1990. He has promoted the use of Quality Control methods in mineral exploration throughout his career, and specializes in the intelligent use of geochemical methods in covered terrain. Barry is associated with CDN Labs in Vancouver and Target Rocks labs in Lima who produce Certified Reference Material for the minerals industry. The performance of many of the laboratories throughout the world is continuously evaluated as part of their certification process.
Glenn Marshall
Chiang Mai, Thailand
Glenn has over 35 years’ experience in laboratory management, laboratory and equipment design, ergonomics and process development with major laboratory organizations around the world. He has a BBA (Accounting, Finance, and Statistics) from Bishop’s University. Glenn has consistently demonstrated a knack for creativity and innovation when it comes to identifying problems, finding solutions and improving process systems. Glenn is the inventor of a patented process that improved productivity, reduced operating costs and increased quality that is now used by the major laboratory groups world-wide. Glenn also designs and builds process management and automated control systems. Glenn is an avid hockey player, enjoys golf and resides in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
