PureWave Appoints John Cassels as Chief Financial Officer

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - February 7, 2025) - PureWave Hydrogen Corp. (TSXV: PWH) ("PureWave" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of John Cassels as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective immediately.

John Cassels brings over 40 years of financial leadership experience in the junior oil and gas exploration and production sectors across Canada, the USA, and Argentina. He began his career at Ernst & Young (then Clarkson Gordon) as a CPA, CA, before transitioning into financial management roles that spanned M&A activities, capital markets, and the funding of both private and publicly traded companies listed on the TSX and NYSE. Throughout his career, Cassels has served as a director and senior officer for ten companies, further solidifying his extensive expertise in corporate finance and strategic growth initiatives.

In the early 2000s, Cassels held the position of CFO at a merchant banking and private equity firm, where he played a pivotal role in financial strategy and investment structuring. During this period, he also worked as a financial consultant for a junior oil and gas exploration company operating in Argentina. More recently, he has spent over five years as a principal at a fractional CFO services firm, which provides financial leadership and strategic guidance to emerging businesses.

"John's extensive financial expertise and proven track record in capital markets and strategic growth will be instrumental in supporting PureWave's corporate development and expansion," said Greg Busby, CEO of PureWave Hydrogen. "His extensive experience in financial management, particularly within the energy sector, will be instrumental in advancing our mission to unlock new opportunities and drive the Company's future success."

As CFO, Cassels will oversee PureWave's financial strategy and capital structuring, ensuring the company remains well-positioned for continued growth and success.

Additionally, the Company would like to extend its sincere gratitude to Tatenda Muhle for his contributions as Interim CFO during this transition period.

On behalf of the Board of Directors of PureWave Hydrogen Corp.

"Bruce Nurse"

Bruce Nurse, Director

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