Kristi Noem, the former U.S. Homeland Security secretary who currently serves as a special envoy for the “Shield of the Americas,” joins the advisory board of Canadian mineral exploration company NovaRed Mining, the company announced. In her new role, Noem is described as serving in a strategic advisory capacity as NovaRed seeks to acquire and advance critical mineral exploration projects. The announcement frames the position as part of the company’s efforts to expand its portfolio related to critical minerals, though it does not provide additional details about specific projects or timelines. The reporting also notes Noem’s transition from her previous government role into private-sector advisory work, while maintaining her current diplomatic position as special envoy for the Shield of the Americas. No information is provided in the available sources about compensation, the scope of her day-to-day responsibilities, or whether her advisory work intersects directly with her envoy duties.