Vortex Metals Appoints Michael Williams as Interim Chief Executive Officer

Executive Summary

• Vortex Metals Inc. appointed co‑founder and Executive Chairman Michael Williams as interim CEO, effective immediately.
• President Vikas Ranjan remains in his role, focusing on capital markets and corporate development.
• The leadership transition is presented as a continuity measure to advance Vortex’s copper‑gold exploration projects in Mexico and Chile.

Key Details

• Interim CEO Appointment: Michael Williams, co‑founder and Executive Chairman, assumes the interim Chief Executive Officer role effective immediately.
• President Continuity: Vikas Ranjan will continue as President, overseeing capital markets and corporate development activities.
• Experience of New CEO: Over 30 years in junior mining leadership; founder/executive chairman of Aftermath Silver Ltd.; previously involved in the sale of Underworld Resources to Kinross Gold for ~US$138 million.
• Strategic Rationale: Board emphasizes Williams’ extensive financing network and industry relationships to support capital raising and project advancement.
• Project Portfolio Highlighted:
• Mexico – Riqueza Marina & Zaachila (Oaxaca): Four concessions covering 15,308 ha in a volcanogenic massive sulfide district; five high‑potential target areas identified.
• Chile – Illapel Copper Project: Brownfield property with demonstrated high‑grade copper‑silver and gold‑copper mineralization; Phase 1 drilling confirmed mineralization last year.
• Quotes:
• Vikas Ranjan: “Michael has been deeply involved in the strategic direction of Vortex… his leadership will ensure continuity as we advance our projects.”
• Michael Williams: “I am pleased to step into the role of interim Chief Executive Officer… I look forward to unlocking value for shareholders and communities.”

Notable Quotes

• “Michael has been deeply involved in the strategic direction of Vortex since its inception, and we are confident that his leadership will ensure continuity as we advance our projects in Chile and Mexico.” – Vikas Ranjan, President & Director
• “I am pleased to step into the role of interim Chief Executive Officer… I look forward to working closely with our team and stakeholders to unlock the value of our projects for the benefit of shareholders and the communities in which we operate.” – Michael Williams, Interim CEO

Materiality Assessment: Material - Neutral (CEO transition is a material corporate event but does not convey immediate financial impact or directional guidance).