International Precious Metals Institute
A Double FeatureFrom a 1976 founding at the Princeton Club to a global community of 600+ organizations — the story of the people who built IPMI.
Bridging academia and industry through scholarships, research, and the Tyler, Albert, and Tanaka awards — investing in the people who will define the future.
The IPMI Scientific and Educational Foundation is our charitable affiliate—advancing precious metals education, supporting research, and serving as a trusted resource for the public, industry, and government agencies worldwide. Headquartered in the USA with chapters across North America and Europe.
Educational meetings and courses serving as a primary resource for industry knowledge
Funding research and supporting the next generation of precious metals professionals
Promoting environmentally sound use, reuse, and recycling of precious metals
As we celebrate 50 years, we're looking forward to the next 50. Whether you're a longtime member or exploring IPMI for the first time, we'd love to hear from you.
"For more than 30 years, IPMI has opened the world of precious metals to me. Through its relationships, education, and leadership opportunities—including the honor of serving as IPMI's 43rd President—it shaped not only my career, but my vocation. IPMI didn't just connect me to an industry; it gave me a place to serve."
Bringing together professionals across the precious metals value chain for 50 years
From scrap and concentrates to high-purity metal
Pricing, liquidity, and risk across precious metals markets
Secure movement, custody, and vaulting solutions
Innovation that improves processes and performance
Producers and upstream specialists shaping supply
Independent expertise that helps organisations decide
Guidance that supports trust and stability
Science, learning, and the next generation of talent
Meet professionals across the full precious metals value chain
Stay current with research, technical programming, and industry events
Build relationships that strengthen your career and your business
Awards and recognition that celebrate achievement and support future talent
Where the precious metals world comes together
Join a global community of precious metals professionals and unlock exclusive benefits
Access to our flagship annual conference and regional seminars connecting you with industry leaders
Exclusive industry reports, market analysis, and the IPMI Journal delivered to your inbox
Online and printed directory of member contacts, plus an alphabetical guide to member products and services
Eligibility for prestigious industry awards honoring excellence and innovation
Representation on regulatory matters and industry standards that affect your business
Monthly newsletters and alerts keeping you informed of market trends and news
A design that honors 50 years of connecting the precious metals community
For fifty years, IPMI's iconic networking ring has stood for connection and collaboration across the precious metals world. As we celebrate this golden jubilee, that legacy lives on in a flowing golden ribbon that unites the 5 and 0. It symbolizes the ties that bind our global community, past and present. More than a logo, this mark honors our journey and points boldly toward the future we are shaping together.
The golden ribbon connecting the 5 and 0 represents IPMI's long-standing role in bringing people together. It reflects our legacy of connection and marks the start of our Golden Jubilee celebration.
Click the logo to reveal its alternate color
Symbolizing 50 years of excellence, leadership, and precious metals expertise
Linking the 5 and 0, inspired by our iconic networking ring, representing unity
Maintaining our core identity while celebrating this milestone achievement
Connect • Learn • Build Relationships
Connecting you to the world of precious metals for 50 years