Xeriant Appoints Acclaimed Nanomaterials Innovator Mark Sternberg to Board of Directors

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Xeriant (OTCQB: XERI) has appointed Mark Sternberg to its Board of Directors, strengthening its position in sustainable building materials. Sternberg, a nanomaterials expert with over three decades of experience, notably led the successful sale of Moyco Precision Abrasives to Saint-Gobain, a $50B advanced materials leader.

This appointment coincides with the company's focus on commercializing NEXBOARD™, their eco-friendly construction panel. Sternberg joins recently appointed scientific advisor Dr. Victor Castaño, a renowned physicist with 850+ peer-reviewed publications and 30+ patents. Ted DeFeudis has stepped down from the Board of Directors as part of this transition.

NEXBOARD™, part of Xeriant's DUREVER™ brand, is a patent-pending composite construction panel made from plastic and fiber waste, designed to replace traditional building materials like drywall, plywood, and OSB.

Positive

• Appointment of experienced nanomaterials expert Mark Sternberg with proven track record of successful company sale
• Addition of Dr. Victor Castaño, bringing significant scientific expertise (850+ publications, 30+ patents)
• Patent-pending NEXBOARD technology positioned to disrupt multiple construction material segments

Negative

• Board member Ted DeFeudis stepping down
• Company trading on OTCQB market rather than major exchange
• Product still in pre-commercialization phase

Entering a Defining Moment in its Mission to Revolutionize Sustainable Building Materials

BOCA RATON, Fla., April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Xeriant, Inc. (OTCQB: XERI) ("Xeriant" or "the Company"), dedicated to the discovery, development, and commercialization of disruptive technologies in advanced materials and aerospace, is proud to announce the appointment of Mark Sternberg to its Board of Directors. Mr. Sternberg brings an unparalleled track record of leadership in the field of nanotechnology and nanomaterial applications, including product development, manufacturing, licensing, marketing and sales. Among his many accomplishments was the successful positioning and sale of his company, Moyco Precision Abrasives, to Saint-Gobain, a $50B global leader in advanced materials for the industrial and construction markets. His experience, expertise and relationships will be instrumental as Xeriant focuses on the commercialization of its revolutionary construction panel, NEXBOARD™.

Sternberg’s career spans over three decades, with experience in business development, intellectual property, and nanotechnology-driven innovation. He has held senior executive roles at both public and private companies, served as CFO for a biotechnology firm pioneering fluorescent nanodiamond applications in medical diagnostics, and holds multiple patents in nanomaterials and coatings. As President and CEO of Moyco Precision Abrasives, he oversaw the development of nanomaterial and submicron abrasive formulations, coatings, quality control and research and development, and effectuated the company’s sale to Saint-Gobain. Following the acquisition, he became National Sales Manager and Product Manager for Saint-Gobain Abrasives, a division with $2B in sales.

“I’m excited to join the Xeriant Board at such a pivotal moment,” said Mr. Sternberg. “Xeriant’s NEXBOARD platform aligns perfectly with global demand for sustainable, high-performance building materials. With the right execution, we have an incredible opportunity to lead a new era in green construction—one defined by innovation, sustainability, and real-world impact.”

Mr. Sternberg’s extensive background in nanomaterial product development and commercialization will complement the work of world-renowned physicist and materials scientist Dr. Victor Castaño, who was recently appointed as a scientific advisor at Xeriant and will play a central role in the certification and technical rollout of NEXBOARD. Dr. Castaño, a professor at UNAM and visiting scholar at Purdue, is one of Latin America’s most cited researchers, with over 850 peer-reviewed publications and 30+ patents focused on nanotechnology applications for construction, aerospace, and environmental protection.

Coinciding with these new additions, Ted DeFeudis has stepped down from the Board of Directors. “My role was to help set the foundation—and now that foundation is rock solid,” said Mr. DeFeudis. “With Mark and Victor leading the charge, the runway ahead is massive. NEXBOARD isn’t just a product—it’s a breakthrough. Xeriant is sitting on one of the biggest opportunities I’ve seen in a long time.”

“Ted has been a tremendous asset to Xeriant’s Board of Directors. We are grateful for his many years of thoughtful guidance, enthusiasm and service,” commented Xeriant CEO, Keith Duffy. “With Mark bringing real-world commercial firepower and Victor leading on breakthrough materials science, we’re geared up to deliver global impact at scale, setting a new standard for what building materials should be in the 21st century. NEXBOARD leverages technologies that deliver sustainability, safety and durability, and is set to disrupt the construction industry from the ground up.”

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About Xeriant, Inc.

Xeriant, Inc. is dedicated to the discovery, development and commercialization of disruptive technologies in advanced materials and aerospace which can be successfully integrated and commercialized for deployment across multiple industrial sectors. We seek to partner with and acquire strategic interests in visionary companies that accelerate this mission. Xeriant’s advanced materials line is marketed under the DUREVER™ brand, and includes NEXBOARD™, an eco-friendly, patent-pending composite construction panel made from plastic and fiber waste, designed to replace products such as drywall, plywood, OSB, MDF, MgO board and other materials used in construction.

For more information, please go to www.xeriant.com

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Xeriant, Inc.
Investor Relations Dept.
(561) 491-9595
IR@xeriant.com 
Xeriant.com

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FAQ

What is Xeriant's NEXBOARD technology and how does it impact the construction industry?

NEXBOARD is an eco-friendly construction panel made from plastic and fiber waste, designed to replace traditional materials like drywall and plywood, aiming to revolutionize sustainable building materials.

What experience does Mark Sternberg bring to Xeriant (XERI)?

Sternberg brings 30+ years of experience in nanotechnology, successfully sold Moyco Precision Abrasives to Saint-Gobain, and has expertise in product development, manufacturing, licensing, marketing and sales.

How does Dr. Victor Castaño's appointment complement Xeriant's (XERI) strategy?

Dr. Castaño, with 850+ peer-reviewed publications and 30+ patents, will lead NEXBOARD's technical certification and rollout, bringing expertise in nanotechnology applications for construction.

What is the market potential for Xeriant's (XERI) NEXBOARD product?

NEXBOARD targets the global sustainable building materials market, aiming to replace multiple traditional construction materials with an eco-friendly alternative.