LIFT Announces Key Executive Appointments for Next Phase of Development

Li-FT Power Ltd. (“ LIFT ” or the “ Company ”) ( TSXV: LIFT ) (ASX: LFT) ( OTCQX: LIFFF ) ( Frankfurt: WS0 ) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Reinson, M.Sc., as Chief Operating Officer of the Company and April Hayward, Ph.D., MBA as Executive Vice President, External Affairs & Strategic Partnerships, effective July 20, 2026. Mr. Reinson joined LIFT in February 2026 as Senior Vice President of Development and brings more than 25 years of project and engineering leadership experience across a range of mining operations. Prior to joining LIFT, he served as Vice President of Operations at Burgundy Diamond Mines, where he oversaw the 24/7 operations of the Ekati Diamond Mine; and, as Chief Operating Officer at First Mining Gold Corp., leading their on-going exploration, pre-feasibility engineering studies, as well as their environmental, permitting, and community engagement work for the recently Federally approved Environmental Assessment of the Springpole Gold Project in Northern Ontario. Jeff began his career as a geotechnical engineer with Golder Associates working on both underground and open pit mining projects across Canada. Throughout his career, he has held progressively more senior operational and project development leadership roles with internationally recognized mining companies, including Rio Tinto, Goldcorp, and Newmont. Jeff’s leadership at Rio Tinto’s Diavik Diamond Mine was instrumental in their safe and successful production growth from a single open pit operation to multiple open pit and concurrent underground operations. At Goldcorp/Newmont, Jeff’s operational and project development leadership at their world class Peñasquito operation in Mexico was pivotal in its transformation into becoming the fifth largest silver mine in the world. He holds a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Civil Engineering from the University of Saskatchewan that he has combined with experience on exceptional projects, leading organizations in advancing projects from concept to reality. In connection with his appointment, Mr. Reinson will relocate to Montréal later this year, where he will establish the Company's Montréal office and lead the build-out of LIFT's operational presence in Québec, in close proximity to the Company's portfolio of hard rock lithium projects in the James Bay region. Jeff Reinson, COO of LIFT comments, “I am truly energized as I step into the role of Chief Operating Officer at Li-FT Power and extend my sincere gratitude to our CEO, Board, and Executive Team for their trust and confidence in my leadership approach to deliver on LIFT’s vision. Securing critical minerals is increasingly vital as the global electrification movement accelerates. Knowing our exceptional operational and project teams, I am confident we will drive excellence in both exploration and project development, working together to consistently advance modern safety, efficiency, environmental stewardship, and meaningful, transparent community engagement. I look forward to enhancing LIFT’s long-term strategic growth and delivering sustainable value to our shareholders.” Transitioning from her previous role as LIFT's Chief Sustainability Officer, Dr. Hayward will lead the Company's strategic partnership initiatives, spanning commercial opportunities, Indigenous and government relations, and industry collaborations. In this capacity, she will focus on pursuing non-dilutive funding opportunities, strengthening relationships with Indigenous and public sector partners, and developing partnerships that sup...