Additions to Heliostar Metals Management Team

Core Viewpoint - Heliostar Metals Ltd. has appointed Mr. Stephen Soock as Vice President of Investor Relations and Development and Ms. Connie Lillico as Corporate Secretary to enhance its operational capacity and investor relations strategy [1][2]. Group 1: Leadership Appointments - Mr. Stephen Soock brings nearly 20 years of experience in the mining industry, with a background in institutional banking and project knowledge, previously serving as a sell-side research analyst at Stifel [2]. - Ms. Connie Lillico has 20 years of experience with publicly traded mining companies, having served as Corporate Secretary at First Majestic Silver Corp., and will oversee regulatory responsibilities [3]. Group 2: Compensation and Incentives - The company has granted 700,000 stock options at an exercise price of $1.05 and 150,000 restricted share units (RSUs) to employees and consultants, with options exercisable for five years and vesting over two years [4]. Group 3: Company Objectives - Heliostar aims to grow into a mid-tier gold producer, focusing on increasing production and developing new resources at its La Colorada and San Agustin mines in Mexico, as well as the 100% owned Ana Paula Project in Guerrero, Mexico [5].