Appointment of Chief Executive Officer

Evolution Energy Minerals Limited (Evolution or the Company) (ASX: EV1, FSE: P77) is pleased to announce the appointment of George Donne as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Donne brings over 20 years of expertise in the mining sector, with a distinguished career spanning corporate finance advisory, private equity and executive roles in both public and private mining companies. His background includes extensive work in developing markets across multiple commodities, particularly base metals and lithium-ion battery raw materials. With hands-on experience in mergers and acquisitions, corporate financing, investor relations and governance, Mr. Donne is well-positioned to lead Evolution’s strategic growth.

HIGHLIGHTS

• EV1 has appointed experienced mining executive, George Donne, as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Company, effective immediately.
• Mr Donne has over 20 years’ experience in the mining sector, having served in senior business development roles for Eurasian Resources Group S.a.r.l and Giyani Metals Corp.
• The new CEO has been recruited to drive the Chilalo Graphite Project through the financing stage and into production.

Throughout his career, Mr. Donne has held significant roles, including Director of Corporate Development at Eurasian Resources Group S.a.r.l, where he managed the international investment pipeline for one of the world’s largest producers of cobalt. Prior to this, he served as VP Business Development at Giyani Metals Corp., a Canadian-listed battery raw materials company, where he was instrumental in securing over USD $30 million in equity and project financing and advancing off-take negotiations with international OEMs. His experience also includes serving as a Senior Investment Professional with Greenstone Resources LP, a specialist mining private equity fund, and part of JP Morgan’s Metals and Mining investment banking team in London.

Mr. Donne is also committed to integrating sustainability within the minerals industry. He holds a CFA Certificate in ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) Investing, further strengthening Evolution’s alignment with sustainable mining practices. His strong network within the financial sector and proven track record of securing and managing international investments will be invaluable as Evolution continues to advance its portfolio.

Robin Birchall, Chair of Evolution, expressed his enthusiasm for Mr. Donne’s appointment:

"We are delighted to welcome George to Evolution. His extensive experience in corporate development and strategic investment, along with his proven leadership in developing markets, particularly Africa, will be invaluable as we continue to advance our growth strategy. George's vision and expertise will be instrumental in navigating the opportunities ahead, especially as we focus on sustainable mining practices."

George Donne, Chief Executive Officer of Evolution, said on his appointment:

“I am very excited to be joining Evolution at this key juncture in its development. There are some major milestones due in the next year and I am greatly looking forward to driving the Company towards its primary goal of commercial production. Advancing battery raw materials projects is challenging and the progress that Evolution has made is testament to the quality of Chilalo and determination of the team.”

Evolution looks forward to Mr. Donne's leadership in shaping the Company’s future and enhancing shareholder value through strategic growth initiatives.

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