Argo Living Soils Corp. Appoints Scott Smale as President and CEO

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Argo Living Soils Corp. has appointed Scott Smale as its new President and CEO, replacing Robert Intile who will remain as a director. Smale brings 35 years of experience in design, construction, and project management for large commercial projects. His extensive background includes roles as a tradesman, commercial superintendent, and construction manager, with notable projects including a Costco warehouse and Vancouver Center II. Smale's expertise spans mechanical, electrical, civil, and structural disciplines, with particular strength in concrete construction and mix design. He has also served as a construction technology instructor for Saskatchewan's government and has diverse experience across construction, mining, and oil and gas sectors.

Positive

• Appointment of highly experienced executive with 35 years in construction and project management
• New CEO brings specific expertise in concrete construction and mix design relevant to company's graphene solutions
• Maintains continuity with former CEO staying on board as director
• Multi-sector experience across construction, mining, and oil and gas industries

Negative

• Leadership transition may cause temporary strategic adjustment period
• New CEO's experience primarily in construction sector may require adaptation to other business aspects

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - June 10, 2025) - Argo Living Soils Corp. (CSE: ARGO) (OTCQB: ARLSF) (FSE: 94Y0) ("Argo" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Director Scott Smale as its new President and CEO. Robert Intile has stepped down from his role as President and CEO but will continue to serve as a director of Argo.

Mr. Smale has 35 years of experience in design, construction, and project management for large commercial construction projects. Mr. Smale has worked in Canada and the United States as a tradesman, commercial superintendent, high-rise structural superintendent and now as construction manager for large-scale commercial projects, including a Costco warehouse and Vancouver Center II. Mr. Smale has provided his services as a construction technology instructor for the government of Saskatchewan.

Mr. Smale has extensive technical construction knowledge and experience ranging from project design to development. His knowledge base includes mechanical, electrical, civil, and structural disciplines as used in managing large-scale construction. Mr. Smale's main structural component knowledge strength is in concrete construction, including additive analysis and concrete mix design used in the construction industry. Mr. Smale has multisector experience in construction, mining, oil and gas, and is talented in identifying different industry equipment/processes to solve project-specific problems for advancing development.

The company's chief executive officer, Scott Smale, stated: "It is an honour to accept this appointment, and I look forward to bringing my years of experience in the construction industry to Argo as we continue to develop graphene solutions to the building sector. I look forward to continue working with Robert Intile as he has provided valuable insight and guidance to the company."

About Argo

Argo Living Soils Corp. is dedicated to pioneering sustainable solutions in construction and agriculture. Argo is focusing on graphene infused concrete solutions and organic fertilizer product development and advanced technologies. Argo aims to reduce global carbon emissions while delivering innovative, eco-friendly products.

For further information, please contact:

Scott Smale, CEO
Argo Living Soils Inc.
Email: scott@duelenergy.com
Phone: 306-596-2673
www.argolivingsoils.com

Forward-Looking Statements

The Canadian Securities Exchange has not reviewed this news release and does not accept responsibility for its adequacy or accuracy. Argo undertakes no obligation to update these statements except as required by law.

To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/255039

FAQ

Who is the new CEO of Argo Living Soils Corp (ARLSF)?

Scott Smale has been appointed as the new President and CEO of Argo Living Soils Corp, bringing 35 years of experience in design, construction, and project management.

What is Scott Smale's background and experience?

Scott Smale has 35 years of experience in construction, including roles as tradesman, commercial superintendent, and construction manager, with expertise in concrete construction and project management for large commercial projects.

What happened to ARLSF's former CEO Robert Intile?

Robert Intile stepped down from his role as President and CEO but will continue to serve as a director of Argo Living Soils Corp.

What are Scott Smale's key qualifications for leading ARLSF?

Smale brings extensive technical construction knowledge, experience in project design and development, expertise in concrete construction, and multi-sector experience across construction, mining, and oil and gas industries.

What major projects has Scott Smale worked on?

Scott Smale has managed large-scale commercial projects including a Costco warehouse and Vancouver Center II, and has served as a construction technology instructor for the Saskatchewan government.