Resource Venture Capitalist Andy Bowering Becomes Special Advisor to Max Power

Executive Summary

• Veteran venture capitalist Andrew “Andy” Bowering joins MAX Power’s Advisory Board as a Special Advisor, bringing extensive capital‑markets and transaction experience.
• His appointment coincides with the company’s Canada‑first multi‑well Natural Hydrogen drill program in Saskatchewan and ongoing development of the Willcox Playa Lithium Project in Arizona.
• The addition is presented as a catalyst to enhance shareholder value through stronger financing capabilities, strategic transaction expertise, and heightened visibility for both Natural Hydrogen and lithium platforms.

Key Details

• Advisor Appointment: Andrew Bowering becomes Special Advisor on MAX Power’s Advisory Board; board chaired by Brent Dunlop.
• Bowering Background: 30+ years in mineral exploration; co‑founder of Millennial Lithium (acquired for C$491 M); recent all‑share transaction with Torex Gold acquiring Prime Mining at an implied C$449 M value; current Chairman of Apollo Silver Corp. and Director of NexGold Mining Corp.
• Advisory Board Composition: Includes Brent Dunlop, Bradley S. Sylvester (SaskEnergy board), Tom Sandison (Natural Hydrogen specialist).
• Strategic Context – Natural Hydrogen: MAX Power is executing Canada’s first multi‑well drill program targeting Natural Hydrogen at the Lawson target on the Genesis Trend; an update on the well is expected the week of 24 Nov 2025.
• Strategic Context – Lithium: Ongoing advancement of the Willcox Playa Lithium Project in southeast Arizona; potential spin‑out or other strategic transaction being evaluated (referencing Oct 30 2025 release).
• CEO Comment (Mansoor Jan): Highlights Bowering’s deal‑making track record as essential for the next growth phase, emphasizing confidence in Natural Hydrogen initiatives and lithium platform development.
• Board Chair Comment (Brent Dunlop): Stresses Bowering’s comprehensive experience across drill planning, financing, joint ventures, and takeovers, enhancing the board’s capability to create shareholder value.
• Advisor Quote (Andy Bowering): Expresses enthusiasm for MAX Power’s technical achievements in Natural Hydrogen and lithium, pledging to broaden capital‑market profile and evaluate options for lasting shareholder value.
• Investor Implication: The appointment adds high‑level capital‑raising and transaction expertise at a pivotal time of intensified exploration activity, potentially improving financing terms, strategic partnership opportunities, and overall market perception.

Notable Quotes

• “Andy is a legendary business builder… that’s exactly what we want around the table as MAX Power enters its next phase.” – Mansoor Jan, CEO
• “He understands how great projects are built, but just as importantly, he understands how and when value can be crystalized for shareholders.” – Brent Dunlop, Advisory Board Chair
• “I see important parallels between the early days of the lithium sector and where Natural Hydrogen is today… I look forward to helping the team broaden its profile in the global capital markets.” – Andy Bowering