The Power of Partnership
October 07, 2026
In this edition of “Power of Partnership” Abby Lilly spotlights the critical‑minerals challenge facing both defense and commercial markets—rising demand meets tight supply, and new mining or refining capacity can take years to materialize. Joining her is Eric Kazmierczak, a Lockheed Martin senior leader of Strategic Sourcing, to discuss the company’s current critical‑minerals initiatives, long‑term resilience plans, and the strategic role suppliers must play in this collaborative effort.