Sarah Busk is a Chartered Professional Accountant with extensive experience in mining and energy finance across Canada and the United States. She brings a strong background in financial reporting, budgeting, treasury management, and regulatory compliance, supporting disciplined growth and operational transparency.

As Chief Financial Officer of WhiteRock Lithium, Sarah oversees financial planning and analysis, capital management, and corporate reporting, ensuring alignment with the Company’s strategic objectives. She has played a key role in exploration financing and establishing financial systems and controls to support the advancement of mining assets.

Sarah’s experience spans public accounting and industry roles, including audit leadership, financial reporting and systems, and executive-level reporting. Her focus on capital efficiency, governance readiness, and long-term financial strategy supports WhiteRock’s commitment to responsible growth as it progresses toward future development milestones.

Francesca Rios is a sustainability strategist and a recognized expert in Quebec’s mining ecosystem, with over ten years of experience supporting mining companies in complex territorial and northern contexts. She provides strategic advisory services in community and Indigenous relations, high-level provincial government relations, and the integration of ESG and sustainable development practices.

Within the team, Francesca supports the responsible and harmonious territorial integration of our mining project through her deep understanding of local realities and the social, economic, and political dynamics of Quebec’s mining regions. Her strong field experience and long-standing work with Indigenous and local communities contribute to building trusted relationships and long-term value for our project.