If you missed KaLeigh Long, Westwin CEO and Founder, on 96.9 Freedom Radio with Jason Doyle Oden, you can now stream the full interview. She discusses the future of critical mineral refining in the U.S., Westwin’s role in building secure supply chains, and why this matters for not only Oklahoma, but also for national security and economic independence. Follow the link here: https://lnkd.in/gDwUYaZy #WestwinElements #FreedomRadio #WinfortheWest #Nickel #Carbonyl #NickelRefining
Westwin Elements
Manufacturing
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 2,454 followers
America's Only Major Nickel Refinery
About us
Westwin is America's Only Major Nickel Refinery solving America’s critical minerals crisis -- a crisis of foreign dependency, ESG violations, and forecasted global deficits. Currently, no commercial nickel refining capacity exists in the U.S., which means the U.S. relies nearly entirely on imports for its own nickel consumption. Therefore, developing refining capacities is critical to reduce reliance on Foreign Entity of Concerns (FEOCs) and establish a localized and secure supply chain. Westwin solves this issue by localizing nickel refining capacities, and mitigating Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) violations within the global critical mineral supply chain. The company is dedicated to upholding ESG standards, ensuring ethical sourcing, traceability, and a more equitable profit distribution across all supply chain stakeholders. As global and domestic demand for nickel continues to rise, Westwin is strategically positioned to supply Class 1 nickel products and address forecasted market deficits.
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- Manufacturing
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Type
- Privately Held
- Specialties
- nickel refining, cobalt refining , and manganese refining
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Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102, US
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Listen now on Freedom 96.9 to hear from our Founder and CEO, KaLeigh Long, talk all things Westwin Elements, nickel, and why securing this domestic supply chain is crucial to our economic and national security. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gkRe9kX9 #WestwinElements #Nickel #MadeinAmerica #WinfortheWest
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96.9 Freedom Radio will feature a special hour-long segment at 7AM CST with Westwin Elements' Founder & CEO, KaLeigh Long. Tune in to hear KaLeigh's insights on leadership, innovation, and building America’s only major nickel refinery. Listen live by clicking “On-Air” at 7 AM CST: https://lnkd.in/gkRe9kX9 #WestwinElements #RadioInterview #WinfortheWest #NickelRefinery #Nickel
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Another highlight from Newsweek Global Women's Impact Forum: During the discussion, KaLeigh Long, Westwin Elements CEO & Founder, shared her perspective about balancing leadership and motherhood: “Some of us are doing two jobs, and that is the mother and the executive.” She spoke about her gratitude for her team’s extra patience and love, and for being able to include her children in her professional journey. Full discussion video: https://lnkd.in/gaPEiQHs #WestwinElements #Leadership #WomenInBusiness #GlobalImpact #Newsweek #CriticalMinerals #WinfortheWest
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🎓 IWP Alumna Spotlight: KaLeigh Long (’19) A lifelong entrepreneur and committed patriot, KaLeigh was inspired by her IWP education to address one of America’s most pressing national security vulnerabilities: dependence on foreign critical mineral supply chains. This led her to found Westwin Elements, America’s first major nickel refinery. Until recently, the U.S. had no domestic capacity to refine nickel—an essential component in high-performance batteries, defense technologies, and consumer electronics—leaving the country reliant on geopolitical rivals like China. KaLeigh’s work is helping to close this gap and protect American strategic interests. 🔗 Read her story here: https://lnkd.in/eU4gCgwX #IWPAlumni #NationalSecurity #MadeInUSA #StrategicResources #CriticalMinerals #WomenInLeadership #DefenseTech #EnergySecurity #NickelRefining #Entrepreneurship #SupplyChainSecurity
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KaLeigh Long (IWP Class of ’19) is establishing America’s only major nickel refinery through Westwin Elements, advancing national security and strengthening U.S. supply chains. In her feature with the Institute of World Politics (IWP), KaLeigh reflects on how her education equipped her with the tools and realist mindset to take on this challenge. IWP, a graduate school dedicated to national security, intelligence, and international affairs, has a 94% placement rate for graduates and is regarded as one of the nation’s most prestigious institutions preparing future leaders. Access the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gaPEiQHs #NationalSecurity #NickelRefining #IWPAlumni #WinForTheWest
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Catch the Oklahoma News Report on OETA featuring KaLeigh Long, Lisa Crawford, and Jeannie Bowden, as Westwin Elements builds America’s only major nickel refinery. The segment takes viewers inside our demonstration plant in Lawton, where high-purity Class 1 nickel is produced. This material is critical to defense, technology, and energy independence. The story shows how Westwin is moving the U.S. toward greater self-reliance in essential mineral supply chains and why this matters for both Oklahoma and national security. Watch the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gtvhbyMQ #OETA #OklahomaNewsReport #WestwinElements #NickelRefining #CriticalMinerals #NationalSecurity #MadeInUSA
Scientists and experts push for nickel production in Oklahoma
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Westwin Elements’ Founder & CEO, KaLeigh Long, joined an insightful conversation with fellow female leaders at the Newsweek Women's Global Impact Forum in NYC earlier this month. KaLeigh encouraged aspiring business leaders to focus on “doing something, not being someone.” Watch the full panel discussion from Newsweek here: https://lnkd.in/guf_nuJT #Leadership #WomenInBusiness #GenZLeaders #GlobalImpact #Newsweek #CriticalMinerals #WinForTheWest
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We appreciated Steve Shaw’s visit to Westwin Elements to see firsthand how we’re delivering a Win for the West. Catch the story tonight at 7:00 PM CST on Oklahoma Educational Television Association. #WestwinElements #WinfortheWest #CriticalMinerals #Oklahoma #MadeinAmerica #OETA
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Westwin’s technical team brings over 250 years of combined experience in nickel carbonyl refining, with global expertise that ensures operational efficiency and engineering precision. They have pioneered patented carbonyl techniques and led major refineries across Canada, Germany, the UK, and Asia. The team's expertise spans process design, plant operations, materials management, and safety systems. With backgrounds at Inco, Vale, and global advisory roles, they bring an unmatched depth of experience. This foundation enables us to uphold the industry’s highest safety standards, protecting our people, partners, and the communities we call home. #WestwinElements #OperationalExcellence #Carbonyl #Nickel #Safety #WinForTheWest #Technical #EmployeeAppreciation #Awareness
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