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Solidion CEO Jaymes Winters named board chair

Solidion restructures its Board leadership, combining the CEO and Chairman roles and appointing a Lead Independent Director to support strategy and governance oversight.

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Solidion Technology Inc. (STI) announced changes to its Board leadership structure. Effective September 16, 2026, the Board appointed Chief Executive Officer Jaymes Winters to also serve as Chairman of the Board and named independent director Mark N. Schwartz as Lead Independent Director. Dr. Bor Jang stepped down as Chairman but continues to serve as a Director. The Board states that combining the Chairman and CEO roles is intended to align strategic direction and execution, while the Lead Independent Director role maintains strong independent oversight.

Solidion, an advanced battery technology solutions provider headquartered in Dallas with pilot production in Dayton, focuses on battery materials, components and next-generation batteries for AI data center energy storage and electric vehicles, and holds a portfolio of over 385 patents.

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Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure Disclosure
Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.
Item 8.01 Other Events Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, or exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Effective date of Board changes September 16, 2026 Date when Jaymes Winters became Chairman and Mark N. Schwartz became Lead Independent Director
Press release date September 18, 2026 Date Solidion announced the updated Board leadership structure
Patent portfolio size Over 385 patents Patents covering battery materials and next-generation battery technologies
Par value of common stock $0.0001 per share Par value of Solidion’s common stock listed on Nasdaq under the symbol STI
Experience of Mark N. Schwartz More than 36 years Leadership experience across consumer, technology and healthcare sectors
CEO experience of Jaymes Winters More than 15 years Experience as a Chief Executive across oil and gas, telecommunications and retail
Former company revenue under Jaymes Winters Nearly $100 million Revenue level reached at United Energy Inc. under his leadership
Lead Independent Director regulatory
"The Board has appointed independent director Mark N. Schwartz to serve as Lead Independent Director"
A lead independent director is a board member who is not part of company management and is chosen to coordinate and represent the other independent directors, often running sessions without the CEO, helping set meeting agendas, and serving as a liaison between shareholders and the board. For investors, this role signals stronger, more balanced oversight—like a neutral referee who helps ensure decisions are fair, transparent and focused on protecting shareholder interests.
Chairman of the Board regulatory
"the Board has appointed Chief Executive Officer Jaymes Winters to also serve as Chairman of the Board"
Chairman of the board is the person who leads a company’s board of directors, setting meeting agendas, guiding discussions and ensuring the board supervises management’s strategy and risk decisions. Investors care because the chair’s leadership and style influence how well shareholder interests are protected, how quickly strategic choices are made, and the company’s overall accountability—like a team captain shaping group performance.
forward-looking statements regulatory
"This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995"
Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.
emerging growth company regulatory
"Emerging growth company"
An emerging growth company is a recently public or smaller public firm that qualifies for temporary, lighter regulatory and disclosure rules to reduce the cost and effort of being public. For investors, it means the company may provide less historical financial detail and face fewer reporting requirements than larger firms, so it can grow more quickly but also carries higher uncertainty—like buying a promising early-stage product with fewer user reviews.
energy storage systems technical
"next-generation batteries for energy storage systems, including UPS systems serving the artificial intelligence (AI) data center market"
Energy storage systems are technologies that capture electricity when it’s plentiful or cheap and release it when demand or prices are higher, like a large rechargeable battery for a neighborhood or power grid. They matter to investors because they enable more reliable power, smooth out the ups and downs of renewable energy, and can create new revenue streams or cost savings by shifting when power is sold or used.

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What Board leadership changes did Solidion Technology Inc. (STI) announce?
Solidion appointed Jaymes Winters, its Chief Executive Officer, to also serve as Chairman of the Board and named independent director Mark N. Schwartz as Lead Independent Director, both effective September 16, 2026.

When did Solidion’s new Chairman and Lead Independent Director roles become effective for STI?
The Board leadership changes at Solidion became effective on September 16, 2026. The company announced the update publicly in a press release dated September 18, 2026.

Does Dr. Bor Jang remain on Solidion Technology Inc. (STI)’s Board?
Yes. The Board expressed appreciation for Dr. Bor Jang’s service as former Chairman and stated that he remains a Director on the Board of Solidion Technology Inc.

What is the role of the new Lead Independent Director at STI?
As Lead Independent Director, Mark N. Schwartz will help facilitate independent oversight of Solidion, working closely with the Chairman and other Board members to support governance aligned with the company’s strategic direction and business priorities.

What business does Solidion Technology Inc. (STI) focus on?
Solidion focuses on battery materials and components and the development and production of next-generation batteries for AI data center energy storage systems and electric vehicles in ground, aerospace and sea transportation markets.

How many patents does Solidion Technology Inc. (STI) hold?
Solidion reports holding a portfolio of over 385 patents, including innovations such as graphene-enabled silicon anodes, biomass-based graphite, and advanced lithium-sulfur and lithium-metal technologies.

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United States

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

Form 8-K

 

Current Report

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the

Securities Exchange Act of 1934

 

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 16, 2026

 

SOLIDION TECHNOLOGY, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Delaware   001-41323   87-1993879
(State or other jurisdiction
of incorporation)		   (Commission File Number)   (IRS Employer
Identification No.)

 

1900 N. Pearl Street, Suite 1750

Dallas, TX 75201

(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

 

(972) 823-5800

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code:

 

 

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

 

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

 

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

 

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

 

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

 

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 

Title of each class   Trading Symbol(s)   Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.0001 per share   STI   The Nasdaq Stock Market, LLC

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (17 CFR §230.405) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (17 CFR §240.12b-2).

 

Emerging growth company ☒

 

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

 

 

 

 

 

Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure.

 

On September 18, 2026, Solidion Technology, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing an update to the leadership structure of its Board of Directors (the “Board”), the full text of which is filed herewith as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated herein by reference.

 

The information in this Item 7.01, including Exhibit 99.1, is furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to liabilities under that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

 

Item 8.01. Other Items.

 

Effective September 16, 2026, the Company appointed Mark N. Schwartz, a Director on the Board, to serve as Lead Independent Director, and Jaymes Winters, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and a Director on the Board, to also serve as Chairman of the Board.

 

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

 

Exhibit No.   Description
99.1   Press Release, dated September 18, 2026
104   Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

 

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SIGNATURES

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

Dated: September 18, 2026  
   
  SOLIDION TECHNOLOGY, INC.
   
  By: /s/ Jaymes Winters
  Name: Jaymes Winters
  Title: Chief Executive Officer

 

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Exhibit 99.1

 

Solidion Technology Board Appoints Jaymes Winters as Chairman and CEO; Mark Schwartz as Lead Independent Director

 

New Designations Designed to Strengthen Leadership Structure to Advance Strategic Priorities and Execution

 

DALLAS, Texas. September 18, 2026 – Solidion Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: STI) (“Solidion Technology” or “the Company”), an advanced battery technology solutions provider, today announced an update to the leadership structure of its Board of Directors (the “Board”), designed to further align the Company’s governance with its strategic direction and business priorities.

 

Election of Mark N. Schwartz as the Lead Independent Director

 

The Board has appointed independent director Mark N. Schwartz to serve as Lead Independent Director, effective September 16, 2026. In this role, Mr. Schwartz will help facilitate strong independent oversight of the Company while working closely with the Chairman and other members of the Board. Mr. Schwartz is an accomplished CEO, CFO and board director with more than 36 years of leadership experience across the consumer, technology and healthcare sectors. He co-founded Bodega Latina Corporation, which grew into a multibillion-dollar grocery business and the largest Hispanic retailer in the United States, led the IPO of DD Group plc and oversaw the sale of Bartell Drug Company to Rite Aid. Mr. Schwartz has served on more than a dozen public and private company boards, including Starbucks Coffee Company. He received a Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, from Claremont McKenna College in economics and political science and a Master of Business Administration, with honors, from Harvard Business School.

 

“Mark’s extensive executive and board leadership will provide an important independent perspective as we continue to strengthen our governance and position Solidion for its next phase of growth,” said Jaymes Winters, Chief Executive Officer of Solidion.

 

Appointment of CEO as Chairman of the Board

 

Additionally, effective September 16, 2026, the Board has appointed Chief Executive Officer Jaymes Winters to also serve as Chairman of the Board, effective immediately. Mr. Winters will continue to serve as Chief Executive Officer, assuming the combined role of Chairman and CEO. Mr. Winters brings more than 15 years of experience as a Chief Executive across the oil and gas, telecommunications and retail sectors, with extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions. Prior to Solidion, he served as CEO of Mach FM Corp. and previously founded and served as CEO of United Energy Inc., which grew to nearly $100m in revenue under his leadership. Mr. Winters has directed and negotiated significant M&A transactions involving private equity firms and previously served for more than 9 years as an adjunct professor in the School of Business at Portland State University, where he taught business strategy, mergers and acquisitions and venture capital. He holds a B.S. in Business Administration with a minor in Economics from Oregon State University.

 

“Solidion is entering an important stage in its development, and we believe this leadership structure provides the Company with the alignment and accountability necessary to execute on our strategic priorities,” said Mark Schwartz, Lead Independent Director.

 

The Board believes the updated leadership structure will further centralize and align Solidion’s strategic direction, corporate governance and business operations. Combining the Chairman and CEO roles is intended to provide greater continuity between the Company’s strategic priorities and their execution, while appointment of a Lead Independent Director maintains a strong independent voice within the Board’s leadership structure.

 

 

 

The Board also expressed its appreciation to Dr. Bor Jang for his longstanding service and leadership as former Chairman of the Board, and for his significant contributions to Solidion Technology. Dr. Jang has played an important role in the development of the Company and its extensive intellectual property and technology portfolio. Solidion is grateful for Dr. Jang’s years of leadership and contributions to the Company. Dr. Jang remains a valued Director on the Board.

 

About Solidion Technology, Inc.

 

Headquartered in Dallas, Texas with pilot production facilities in Dayton, Ohio, Solidion’s (NASDAQ: STI) core business includes manufacturing of battery materials and components, as well as development and production of next-generation batteries for energy storage systems, including UPS systems serving the artificial intelligence (AI) data center market and electric vehicles for ground, aerospace, and sea transportation. Solidion holds a portfolio of over 385 patents, covering innovations such as high-capacity, silane gas free and graphene-enabled silicon anodes, biomass-based graphite, advanced lithium-sulfur and lithium-metal technologies.

 

For more information, please visit www.solidiontech.com or contact Investor Relations.

 

Forward-Looking Statements

 

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Solidion Technology Inc., (NASDAQ: STI) (the “Company,” “Solidion,” “we,” “our” or “us”) desires to take advantage of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and is including this cautionary statement in connection with this safe harbor legislation. The words “forecasts” “believe,” “may,” “estimate,” “continue,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “should,” “plan,” “could,” “target,” “potential,” “is likely,” “expect” and similar expressions, as they relate to us, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by law.

 

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CONTACTS

 

Investors:

 

Allison Reichel

Director of Investor Relations

ir@solidiontech.com

 

Media:

 

press@solidiontech.com

 

 

 

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