Spark Energy Minerals Strengthens Leadership Team and Announces Appointment of Wendy T. Chan to Board of Directors

VANCOUVER, BC / March 24, 2025 / Spark Energy Minerals Inc. ("Spark" or the "Company") (CSE: SPRK) (OTC: SPARF) (Frankfurt: 8PC) an exploration company focused on the discovery of battery metals in Brazil’s prestigious Lithium Valley, is pleased to announce it has appointed Wendy T. Chan as an independent member of the board of directors and as a member of the audit committee.

Ms. Chan has served as a consultant and director at Moxie Strategy since 2008 and the CEO and a Director of Lode Gold Resources Inc. since 2023, and has previously worked for Skeena Resources Ltd., Roxgold Inc., and Novo Resources Corp. She has over 20 years of experience developing and executing strategic plans for Fortune 500 and entrepreneurial companies with global outreach and has profitably managed businesses with full P&L responsibilities. Ms. Chan has operation experience managing cross-functional teams and/or led negotiations in multi-million-dollar projects, and has worked on key development initiatives in JVs, strategic alliances, mergers and acquisitions in Asia, Australia, Africa, North and South America. Ms. Chan also currently serves on the Board of Directors of Mandala Capital Inc..

Eugene Hodgson, CEO of Spark, commented “we are delighted to welcome Wendy Chan to Spark Energy Minerals’ Board of Directors. Wendy’s extensive experience in corporate governance and strategic growth will be invaluable as we continue to advance our projects in Brazil’s Lithium Valley. Her expertise will strengthen our leadership team and support our mission to be a key player in the global battery metals market.”

Wendy T. Chan, Director at Spark, adds “I am honoured to join the Board of Directors at Spark Energy Minerals and look forward to contributing to the company's vision in advancing its lithium projects in Brazil. With the growing global demand for battery metals, I am excited to work alongside an experienced team to help drive Spark’s strategic initiatives and create value for its shareholders in this critical sector.”

The Company also announces that Jonathan Hill has resigned from the audit committee The Company thanks Mr. Hill for his efforts on the audit committee during this transitional period. Mr. Hill will continue to serve on the Company’s Board of Directors and lead the technical team as its VP – Exploration.

About Spark Energy Minerals Inc.
Spark Energy Minerals, Inc. is a Canadian company focused on the acquisition, exploration, and development of battery metals and mineral assets, with a particular emphasis on its substantial interests in Brazil. The Company holds significant land and mineral rights in Brazil's renowned Lithium Valley, one of the most prolific mining regions in the world. This region is rapidly gaining global recognition for its vast deposits of lithium and rare earth minerals, positioning Brazil as a critical player in the global energy transition.

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FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, SEE THE COMPANY'S WEBSITE AT
https://sparkenergyminerals.com
Email to info@sparkenergyminerals.com
Contact: Eugene Hodgson, CEO, Tel. +1-778-744-0742

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