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Manchester Financial Group, LP, a major shareholder of GeoPark Limited (NYSE: GPRK), has issued an open letter advocating for a withhold-the-vote campaign against four current directors.

Douglas F. Manchester, Chairman of the Board, expressed support for Gerald O’Shaughnessy’s initiative to enhance shareholder value by changing the board. The directors targeted for opposition are:

• Pedro Aylin
• Robert Bedingfield
• Constantin Papadimitriou
• James Park

GeoPark Limited (NYSE: GPRK) reported a production update amid ongoing protests in Colombia affecting logistics. The protests led to production curtailments starting May 8. By June, production resumed to normal levels in the Llanos basin and the Platanillo block, which had been shut since May 12, is now active again. The company’s total oil and gas production is currently estimated at 38,000-39,000 boepd, with a projected average of 36,500 boepd in 2Q2021.

GeoPark adapted by implementing alternative logistics to reduce downtime.

Gerald O’Shaughnessy, co-founder and second largest shareholder of GeoPark (NYSE: GPRK), has issued a statement refuting claims made by the company's Board of Directors. He criticizes the Board for avoiding key issues affecting GeoPark's future success and shareholder returns. O’Shaughnessy asserts that his share pledging was mischaracterized and claims he complied with all Board policies. He emphasizes his commitment to resolve pledged shares and suggests a vote against four incumbent directors to signal a demand for change and protect shareholder investments.

Gerald O’Shaughnessy, co-founder and major shareholder of GeoPark (NYSE: GPRK), has publicly called for shareholders to vote against four incumbent directors in an investor presentation. He proposes three experienced candidates for the board, including Rick Grafton, Louis R. Hughes, and Greg Pratt, who possess extensive industry and governance expertise. O’Shaughnessy argues that the current board lacks transparency and is dominated by the CEO, leading to significant corporate governance issues. He emphasizes that a vote against these directors is necessary for positive change within the company.

On June 24, 2021, Gerald O'Shaughnessy, co-founder and second largest shareholder of GeoPark Limited (GPRK), issued an open letter expressing deep concerns about the company's leadership and strategic direction. He criticized the Board's lack of independence, particularly from CEO Jim Park, and highlighted GeoPark's high debt levels, underperformance in non-Colombian operations, and a failure to explore strategic alternatives. O'Shaughnessy urged shareholders to vote against four incumbent directors at the upcoming AGM on July 15, emphasizing the need for change to enhance shareholder value.

GeoPark Limited (NYSE: GPRK) responded to former Chair Gerald O’Shaughnessy's letter, criticizing his public disparagement of the Company. The Board, highlighting its commitment to governance, noted that O’Shaughnessy's removal was unanimous and made independently from management involvement. The Board emphasized its proactive steps towards increasing diversity, maintaining strong financial health, and achieving a 344% total shareholder return over five years. The letter also detailed cost management successes and reinforced confidence in CEO Mr. Park’s leadership.

GeoPark Limited (NYSE: GPRK) issued a statement addressing the resignation of former Chair Gerald O’Shaughnessy. The Company emphasized its commitment to strong governance, noting that a majority of its Board are independent directors. Recent additions include two new independent directors and a third nominated for the upcoming Annual General Meeting. The Board has also established a new committee for strategic oversight. The Company maintains that it remains focused on shareholder value despite O’Shaughnessy's departure and comments, which they deem unfounded.

Gerald O’Shaughnessy, co-founder and major shareholder of GeoPark Limited (NYSE: GPRK), expressed concerns in an open letter to the Board regarding CEO Jim Park's lack of transparency and independent evaluation of strategic alternatives. O’Shaughnessy argues this has led to poor management performance and missed opportunities. He highlights the company's high operational costs and substantial debt as barriers to enhancing shareholder value. Following his removal as Chairman, he requested the Board to reconsider his candidacy and that of independent candidates to improve oversight and protect shareholder interests.

GeoPark Limited (NYSE: GPRK) has announced the availability of proxy materials for its upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) on July 15, 2021. Shareholders of record as of May 25, 2021, will receive these materials, which include instructions for voting by mail, online, or phone. Recently, the Board nominated new directors for election, including Maria Fernanda Suarez as an independent director and Sylvia Escovar Gomez as the new Board Chair, thereby aligning with corporate governance best practices by ensuring a majority of independent directors post-AGM.