Oregen Energy Corp. Appoints Michael Simpson to Board of Directors

Vancouver, British Columbia — July 16, 2026 — Leads & Copy — Oregen Energy Corp. (CSE: ORNG) (OTCQB: ORGEF) (FSE: A1S0) has appointed Michael Simpson to its Board of Directors, a move subject to customary exchange approval and regulatory requirements. Simpson’s appointment is expected to bolster the company’s strategic direction as it advances its Namibian assets and deepens stakeholder engagement.

Mason Granger, CEO and Director of Oregen, highlighted Simpson’s unique blend of public sector leadership, private sector operational experience, and extensive government relations expertise. “His work across the energy transition, indigenous affairs, and regulatory strategy – including at the highest levels of the Alberta government – makes him an excellent addition to our board,” Granger stated.

Simpson expressed enthusiasm for Oregen’s asset base in a developing petroleum jurisdiction and endorsed the company’s strategy of securing a major partner. “I look forward to contributing my experience in government relations, regulatory affairs, and energy strategy to help the Company navigate the path ahead and deliver value for shareholders,” Simpson commented.

Simpson brings over 25 years of experience in public relations, regulatory strategy, and market development. He currently serves as Principal of SCG, offering advisory support in government and investor relations, regulatory affairs, indigenous affairs, and clean-technology project execution. He is also the co-founder of AugurWell AI, a platform integrating wellbore data mining with predictive regulatory and political risk assessment. Simpson also sits on the Independent Board of Abound Energy (CSE: ABND).

His public sector experience includes senior leadership roles as Assistant Deputy Minister within the Alberta Department of Energy and Chief Operating Officer of the Canadian Energy Centre. He also has private sector experience with Canadian Natural Resources Limited and Devon Energy Canada.

Oregen Energy Corp. is an investment company focused on oil and gas assets in Africa, with a particular interest in the Orange and surrounding basins. Its primary investment is a 33.95% net interest in Block 2712A in the Orange Basin offshore Namibia, an area recognized for significant petroleum discoveries by major operators.

Source: Oregen Energy Corp