SOMA GOLD APPOINTS MR. WYLIE HUI AS CFO

Executive Summary

• Soma Gold Corp. announced the appointment of Wylie Hui as Chief Financial Officer, effective July 13, 2026.
• The company simultaneously announced six key management appointments at its Colombian operating subsidiary, Operadora Minera S.A., covering processing, sustainability, social engagement, exploration, finance, and administration.
• CEO Geoff Hampson stated these personnel changes are part of a six-month initiative to deepen management expertise ahead of planned operational growth and a series of major events expected over the next 18 months.

Key Details

• CFO Appointment: Wylie Hui, CPA, CA, FEA, appointed as Chief Financial Officer effective July 13, 2026.
• Colombian Management Team Enhancements:
• Juan Guillermo Mejía Franco appointed Director of Processing Plant.
• Santiago José Correa Ocampo appointed Manager of Sustainability.
• Diana Alejandra García Martínez appointed Director of Social Engagement.
• Andrés Felipe Quintero Gómez appointed Director of Exploration.
• Yane Carolina Junca Rojas appointed Manager of Finance and Accounting.
• David Andrés Stand Niño appointed Manager of Administration.
• Strategic Rationale: Leadership changes aim to strengthen capabilities in mining/processing, mine planning, resource management, cash flow management, and cost controls to support the company's growth strategy.
• Operational Context: Soma Gold operates two permitted mills in Colombia (El Bagre at 450 tpd and El Limon, which resumed operations in Q3 2025) with a combined milling capacity of 675 tpd and permitted expansion capacity of 1,400 tpd.

Notable Quotes

• Geoff Hampson, President and CEO: "We are very pleased to welcome Wylie to the Soma team. He brings an outstanding track record across the mining and resource sectors, with deep expertise in financial reporting, capital markets, and public company governance. His experience working with TSX-listed companies and his strong operational background make him an excellent fit as we continue to strengthen our senior and operational management team to support our growth strategy."
• Geoff Hampson, President and CEO: "The addition of Mr. Hui as CFO is part of an effort over the last six months to enhance the experience and depth of our Colombian management team. The new team members bring a wide range of experience and best practices, and we expect to see benefits across all aspects of our company, including mining and processing, mine planning, resource management, cash flow management, and cost controls. A series of major events will occur in the next 18 months, and with these additions to the team, we are ensuring the management experience and capability is in place to support the planned growth."
• Wylie Hui, Incoming CFO: "I am excited to join the Soma Gold team at what is a very dynamic time for the Company. Soma has built a solid operational foundation in Colombia, and I look forward to working alongside Geoff and the broader team to support the Company's financial operations and strategic objectives."