Western Star Resources Inc. (CSE: WSR) (OTC: WSRIF) (FRA: 4K2) has appointed Garland Scott to its board of directors effective September 11, 2026. Scott brings 26 years of experience in financial services, business development, and strategic consulting, having previously held senior roles at Bank of America and Goldman Sachs. His expertise in working with high-net-worth clients and delivering institutional investment solutions is expected to strengthen the company's strategic direction as it seeks to capitalize on the growing demand for domestic critical minerals.
In addition to his tenure at major financial institutions, Scott served as Business Development and Consultant Director at SEM Wealth Management and as Chief Growth Officer of On3 Strategies. He holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) designation and earned degrees in Psychology and Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. CEO Blake Morgan commented, "We are thrilled to welcome Mr. Scott to the Board. His background at leading firms such as Goldman Sachs will be instrumental in helping Western Star take that next step forward."
The appointment comes as Western Star prepares to release assay results from its Rowland, White Star, and Eagle Point properties. These updates could provide critical insights into the company's resource potential and further attract investor interest. The addition of a board member with Scott's financial acumen is likely aimed at enhancing the company's ability to secure funding and navigate capital markets as it advances its exploration activities.
Simultaneously, Western Star has entered into an Investor Awareness Agreement with Market Equities Limited (MEL) dated September 11, 2026. Under the agreement, MEL will provide branding services, communications, advisory, and general consulting services. The services include SEO, digital media campaigns, media consulting, general business development, multimedia services, and project management. MEL will also write and distribute weekly ticker tag articles highlighting the company in sector-based analysis, as well as news-based tags when the company has a new event. The fee for these services is $100,000 USD for a two-month term, subject to acceptance by the Canadian Securities Exchange. The agreement may be renewed at the end of the initial term.
MEL and Western Star are not related parties and operate at arm's length. Neither MEL nor its principals have any interest in the company's securities, directly or indirectly, or any right or intent to acquire such an interest. This move suggests Western Star is actively working to increase its visibility among investors and the broader market, which could be crucial for a junior exploration company seeking to differentiate itself in a competitive sector.
Western Star Resources is an emerging junior mineral exploration company focused on revitalizing North America's tungsten supply. The company is advancing its entry into the U.S. market through past-producing tungsten assets in historically important mining districts. With tungsten being a critical mineral essential for various industrial and defense applications, Western Star's efforts to establish a secure domestic supply chain align with broader geopolitical and economic priorities. The appointment of Scott and the investor awareness campaign are strategic steps to position the company for growth and to communicate its progress to potential investors. For more information, visit www.westernstarresources.com.
