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International Star Inc (OTC PINK:ILST) has announced the formal re-engagement of T Bone Capital and Todd Masse, the company's former CEO, as strategic partners for deal origination and execution. The partnership aims to focus on sourcing, evaluating, and structuring opportunities across cannabis and emerging consumer sectors.

CEO Robert Klein highlighted Masse's continued involvement with ILST and his ability to bring aligned deals to the company. The first new transaction under this renewed relationship is reportedly nearing completion and will be announced soon. Masse, now CEO of T Bone Capital, expressed his commitment to accelerating deal flow and bringing marquee opportunities aligned with ILST's strategic direction.

International Star Inc (OTC PINK:ILST) ha annunciato la rinnovata collaborazione con T Bone Capital e Todd Masse, ex CEO dell'azienda, come partner strategici per l'origine e l'esecuzione di operazioni. La partnership si concentrerà sull'individuazione, valutazione e strutturazione di opportunità nei settori della cannabis e dei consumatori emergenti.

Il CEO Robert Klein ha sottolineato il continuo coinvolgimento di Masse in ILST e la sua capacità di portare all'azienda operazioni in linea con gli obiettivi. La prima nuova transazione sotto questa collaborazione è in fase di completamento e sarà annunciata a breve. Masse, ora CEO di T Bone Capital, ha espresso il suo impegno ad accelerare il flusso di operazioni e a presentare opportunità di rilievo in sintonia con la direzione strategica di ILST.

International Star Inc (OTC PINK:ILST) ha anunciado la reanudación formal de la colaboración con T Bone Capital y Todd Masse, ex CEO de la compañía, como socios estratégicos para la generación y ejecución de acuerdos. La asociación se enfocará en la búsqueda, evaluación y estructuración de oportunidades en los sectores del cannabis y consumidores emergentes.

El CEO Robert Klein destacó la continua participación de Masse en ILST y su capacidad para aportar acuerdos alineados con la empresa. La primera nueva transacción bajo esta renovada relación está cerca de completarse y será anunciada pronto. Masse, ahora CEO de T Bone Capital, expresó su compromiso de acelerar el flujo de acuerdos y traer oportunidades destacadas alineadas con la dirección estratégica de ILST.

International Star Inc (OTC PINK:ILST)는 회사의 전 CEO였던 T Bone Capital과 Todd Masse를 전략적 파트너로 공식 재협력한다고 발표했습니다. 이번 파트너십은 대마초 및 신흥 소비자 분야 전반에 걸친 기회 발굴, 평가, 구조화에 중점을 둘 예정입니다.

CEO 로버트 클라인은 Masse가 ILST와 계속 협력하며 회사에 부합하는 거래를 가져올 수 있는 능력을 강조했습니다. 이번 재협력 하에 첫 신규 거래가 곧 완료될 예정이며 곧 발표될 것입니다. 현재 T Bone Capital의 CEO인 Masse는 거래 흐름 가속화와 ILST의 전략적 방향에 부합하는 주요 기회를 제공하겠다는 의지를 표명했습니다.

International Star Inc (OTC PINK:ILST) a annoncé la reprise officielle de sa collaboration avec T Bone Capital et Todd Masse, ancien PDG de la société, en tant que partenaires stratégiques pour l'origine et la réalisation de transactions. Ce partenariat vise à se concentrer sur la recherche, l’évaluation et la structuration d’opportunités dans les secteurs du cannabis et des consommateurs émergents.

Le PDG Robert Klein a souligné l'implication continue de Masse au sein d'ILST et sa capacité à apporter des accords alignés avec l'entreprise. La première nouvelle transaction dans le cadre de cette relation renouvelée est en cours de finalisation et sera annoncée prochainement. Masse, désormais PDG de T Bone Capital, a exprimé son engagement à accélérer le flux de transactions et à proposer des opportunités majeures en accord avec l’orientation stratégique d’ILST.

International Star Inc (OTC PINK:ILST) hat die formelle Wiederaufnahme der Zusammenarbeit mit T Bone Capital und Todd Masse, dem ehemaligen CEO des Unternehmens, als strategische Partner für die Initiierung und Durchführung von Geschäften bekannt gegeben. Die Partnerschaft konzentriert sich auf die Identifizierung, Bewertung und Strukturierung von Chancen im Cannabis- und aufstrebenden Konsumentensektor.

CEO Robert Klein hob Masse’s fortwährende Beteiligung bei ILST und seine Fähigkeit hervor, passende Geschäfte für das Unternehmen zu akquirieren. Die erste neue Transaktion unter dieser erneuerten Partnerschaft steht kurz vor dem Abschluss und wird bald bekannt gegeben. Masse, jetzt CEO von T Bone Capital, bekräftigte sein Engagement, den Dealflow zu beschleunigen und bedeutende Chancen im Einklang mit der strategischen Ausrichtung von ILST zu bringen.

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  • Strategic partnership secured with experienced former CEO
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International Star Inc. Re-Engages T Bone Capital and Todd Masse to Drive Strategic Growth and Deal Flow

TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / April 28, 2025 / International Star Inc. (OTC PINK:ILST) is pleased to announce the formal re-engagement of T Bone Capital and Todd Masse, the company's former CEO, as strategic partners in deal origination and execution. Masse, who has remained closely connected to the ILST team since his tenure, has continued to surface unique, high-value opportunities, prompting the company to secure a formal partnership agreement.

"We've had a long-standing relationship with Todd, and his continued involvement with our team has made a real impact," said Robert Klein, CEO of International Star Inc. "He understands the DNA of this company and brings a consistent pipeline of compelling, aligned deals. It only made sense to formalize an agreement with his company as we move into our next phase of growth."

Todd Masse and T Bone Capital will work closely with ILST's leadership to source, evaluate, and structure opportunities across cannabis and emerging consumer sectors. The first new transaction under this renewed relationship is already nearing completion and is expected to be announced shortly.

"I've always believed in the vision at ILST and the team behind it," said Todd Masse, CEO of T Bone Capital. "This is a natural extension of the work we've been doing together behind the scenes. I'm excited to help accelerate the next wave of deal flow and bring in marquee opportunities that fit the company's strategic direction."

The re-engagement reflects ILST's broader strategy of aligning with proven partners who bring not only relationships, but deep domain expertise and execution capabilities.

About Todd Masse.

Mr. Masse's achievements include serving as President of Cannabis Compliance Inc., leading the company to become a frontrunner in compliance solutions. Under his leadership, the company was acquired by Deloitte.

Additionally, as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) of Thrive Cannabis, Mr. Masse successfully introduced the Greybeard cannabis brand, pioneering Canada's first BHO and Live Resin products. His efforts significantly contributed to the company's acquisition by Aurora Cannabis Inc. (NASDAQ:ACB)(TSX:ACB) for thirty-eight million dollars ($38,000,000).

About International Star Inc.
International Star Inc. (OTC: ILST) is a diversified investment company focused on cannabis, celebrity-driven brands, entertainment ventures, and strategic joint ventures. The company seeks to unlock value through partnerships that deliver both creative innovation and commercial scalability.

For media inquiries, please contact:

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International Star, Inc.
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SOURCE: International Star, Inc.



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FAQ

What is the purpose of ILST's re-engagement with T Bone Capital?

ILST has re-engaged T Bone Capital to drive strategic growth and deal flow, focusing on sourcing, evaluating, and structuring opportunities in cannabis and emerging consumer sectors.

When will ILST announce its first transaction under the renewed T Bone Capital partnership?

According to the announcement, the first new transaction is nearing completion and is expected to be announced shortly.

What sectors will ILST and T Bone Capital focus on for new opportunities?

The partnership will focus on opportunities across cannabis and emerging consumer sectors.

Who is leading the partnership between ILST and T Bone Capital?

Todd Masse, former CEO of ILST and current CEO of T Bone Capital, will work closely with ILST's leadership team led by CEO Robert Klein.
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