Tinka Announces Appointment of Alejandro Hermoza as Director

Tinka Resources Limited announced the appointment of Mr. Alejandro Hermoza as a non-executive director, effective immediately. Mr. Hermoza joins the Board as the nominee of Compañía de Minas Buenaventura, one of Tinka's largest shareholders. He replaces Mr. Raul Benavides, who is retiring after many years of service.

Mr. Hermoza brings over 20 years of leadership experience in sustainability, environmental and social affairs, and corporate governance. He served as Vice President of Sustainability at Buenaventura from 2011 until his retirement in May 2026. His educational background includes bachelor's and master's degrees in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Maryland, College Park; an MBA from Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas (UPC); and completion of the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School.

In conjunction with his appointment, the Board approved the grant of stock options to Mr. Hermoza. The Board authorized the grant of stock options to purchase up to 300,000 shares to Mr. Hermoza. The options carry an exercise price of C$0.40 per share and are exercisable on or before June 30, 2031, subject to vesting provisions determined by the Board.

Brandon Macdonald, Chairman, commented on the appointment: "We are delighted to welcome Alex Hermoza to the Tinka Board. His extensive experience in sustainability, community relations, and environmental and social management will be invaluable as we advance the Ayawilca and Colquipucro projects toward development."

Mr. Macdonald also acknowledged the outgoing director: "We would also like to sincerely thank Raul Benavides for his many years of support and service to Tinka. Raul has been a valued director, mentor to management, and strong advocate for the Company."