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SHARC Energy Announces Michael Albertson as New CEO, President and Director

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SHARC International Systems (OTCQB: INTWF) has appointed Michael Albertson as its new CEO, President and Director, while former CEO Lynn Mueller transitions to Executive Chairman. Albertson, who played a key role in the $364 million WaterFurnace International acquisition by NIBE group in 2014, brings significant renewable thermal energy expertise. The company aims to expand its Wastewater Energy Transfer (WET) business into new customer sectors including universities, water utilities, correctional facilities, military, and design & build energy sectors. These sectors offer advantages such as fewer regulatory hurdles, long-term customer relationships, shorter sales cycles, and potential for larger scale projects.

SHARC International Systems (OTCQB: INTWF) ha nominato Michael Albertson come nuovo CEO, Presidente e Direttore, mentre l'ex CEO Lynn Mueller passa a Presidente Esecutivo. Albertson, che ha giocato un ruolo chiave nell'acquisizione di WaterFurnace International da 364 milioni di dollari da parte del gruppo NIBE nel 2014, porta con sé una significativa esperienza nell'energia termica rinnovabile. L'azienda mira a espandere il suo business di Wastewater Energy Transfer (WET) in nuovi settori, tra cui università, utility idriche, istituzioni correzionali, militari e settori design & build per l'energia. Questi settori offrono vantaggi come minori ostacoli burocratici, relazioni durature con i clienti, cicli di vendita più brevi e potenziale per progetti su larga scala.

SHARC International Systems (OTCQB: INTWF) ha nombrado a Michael Albertson como su nuevo CEO, Presidente y Director, mientras que el ex CEO Lynn Mueller pasa a ser Presidente Ejecutivo. Albertson, quien desempeñó un papel clave en la adquisición de WaterFurnace International por 364 millones de dólares por parte del grupo NIBE en 2014, aporta una considerable experiencia en energía térmica renovable. La empresa tiene como objetivo expandir su negocio de Wastewater Energy Transfer (WET) en nuevos sectores de clientes, incluidos universidades, servicios de agua, instalaciones correccionales, militares y sectores de diseño y construcción de energía. Estos sectores ofrecen ventajas como menos obstáculos regulatorios, relaciones a largo plazo con los clientes, ciclos de ventas más cortos y potencial para proyectos a mayor escala.

SHARC International Systems (OTCQB: INTWF)는 Michael Albertson을 새로운 CEO, 회장 및 이사로 임명하였으며, 이전 CEO인 Lynn Mueller는 집행 의장으로 전환하였습니다. 2014년 NIBE 그룹에 의한 3억 6천만 달러 규모의 WaterFurnace International 인수에서 중요한 역할을 했던 Albertson은 재생 가능한 열 에너지에 대한 풍부한 전문 지식을 갖고 있습니다. 회사는 Wastewater Energy Transfer (WET) 사업을 대학, 수도 공사, 교정 시설, 군대 및 에너지 설계 및 건설 분야와 같은 새로운 고객 부문으로 확장할 계획입니다. 이러한 분야는 규제 장벽이 낮고, 장기 고객 관계를 구축할 수 있으며, 판매 주기가 짧고, 대규모 프로젝트에 대한 잠재력을 제공합니다.

SHARC International Systems (OTCQB: INTWF) a nommé Michael Albertson comme nouveau PDG, Président et Directeur, tandis que l'ancien PDG Lynn Mueller devient Président Exécutif. Albertson, qui a joué un rôle clé dans l'acquisition de WaterFurnace International pour 364 millions de dollars par le groupe NIBE en 2014, apporte une expertise significative dans le domaine de l'énergie thermique renouvelable. L'entreprise vise à étendre son activité de Wastewater Energy Transfer (WET) à de nouveaux secteurs de clients, notamment les universités, les services d'eau, les établissements correctionnels, l'armée et les secteurs de conception et de construction énergétique. Ces secteurs offrent des avantages tels que moins d'obstacles réglementaires, des relations clients à long terme, des cycles de vente plus courts et un potentiel pour des projets à plus grande échelle.

SHARC International Systems (OTCQB: INTWF) hat Michael Albertson zu seinem neuen CEO, Präsidenten und Direktor ernannt, während der ehemalige CEO Lynn Mueller zum Executive Chairman wechselt. Albertson, der eine Schlüsselrolle beim 364 Millionen Dollar schweren Erwerb von WaterFurnace International durch die NIBE-Gruppe im Jahr 2014 spielte, bringt umfassende Erfahrungen im Bereich der erneuerbaren Wärmenergie mit. Das Unternehmen plant, sein Geschäft mit Wastewater Energy Transfer (WET) auf neue Kundensektoren auszudehnen, einschließlich Universitäten, Wasserversorgungen, Justizvollzugsanstalten, Militär und den Sektor der Energieplanung und -bau. Diese Sektoren bieten Vorteile wie geringere regulatorische Hürden, langfristige Kundenbeziehungen, kürzere Verkaufszyklen und das Potenzial für großangelegte Projekte.

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  • New CEO Michael Albertson brings proven track record with $364M WaterFurnace acquisition
  • Expansion into new customer sectors with potentially shorter sales cycles
  • Strategic focus on sectors with fewer regulatory hurdles and larger project potential
  • Retention of former CEO as Executive Chairman maintains leadership continuity
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SHARC International Systems Inc. (CSE: SHRC) (FSE: IWIA) (OTCQB: INTWF) ("SHARC Energy" or the “Company”), a leader in Wastewater Energy Transfer ("WET"), is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Albertson as the Company’s new Chief Executive Officer, President and Director. Lynn Mueller has led SHARC Energy as CEO, President and Chairman of the Board since 2014 and will stay on as Executive Chairman of SHARC Energy’s Board of Directors.

Michael Albertson brings a wealth of experience and a forward-thinking approach to his new role as CEO, President and Director. With a proven track record evidenced by his involvement in the $364 million acquisition of WaterFurnace International by NIBE group in 2014, Mr. Albertson has a long history as a renewable thermal energy expert and fostering growth. Michael is poised to lead SHARC Energy into its next chapter as his vision for SHARC Energy aligns perfectly with the Company’s commitment to offering sustainable energy solutions that decarbonize our customers and communities.

“I am honored to take on this new role and continue the essential work of expanding SHARC Energy’s WET business,” said Mr. Albertson. “My focus will be accelerating our efforts to provide clean, efficient, and reliable energy solutions to drive the transition to a sustainable energy future.”

As part of this vision, SHARC Energy is committed to progressing in new customer sectors with promising opportunities developing with universities, water utilities, correctional facilities, military and the design & build energy sectors. These sectors are increasingly receptive to the Company’s offerings which is promising as these sectors can provide fewer regulatory hurdles, long-term customer relationships, shorter sales cycles and the potential for larger scale projects.

“Since joining SHARC Energy, I have been amazed by the response to WET, which has been overwhelmingly positive,” added Michael Albertson. “We continue to uncover new opportunities in adjacent customer sectors to new build multi-family residential. SHARC Energy is made up of an incredible team of people that I am proud to be a part of, and together, we will strive to do what is best for our customers!”

Mr. Mueller’s tenure as CEO and President has been marked by significant accomplishments, shaping the product portfolio and driving growth for SHARC Energy. Under his leadership, the Company has expanded its footprint, enhanced its technological capabilities, and solidified its position as the leader in the WET energy sector. Lynn’s vision and dedication have been instrumental in not only advancing SHARC Energy but also building a viable industry—Wastewater Energy Transfer.

“I am incredibly proud of what we have achieved at SHARC Energy,” said Lynn Mueller, Executive Chairman of SHARC Energy. “Our innovation of cutting-edge clean energy technologies and our commitment to accessing wastewater for thermal energy transfer have set a strong foundation for the future. Michael has been instrumental in elevating the Company’s visibility in the marketplace and will continue to lead our efforts as the pioneers of the Wastewater Energy Transfer industry!”

With Michael Albertson at the helm and Lynn Mueller’s continued strategic involvement as Executive Chairman, SHARC Energy is well-positioned to lead the WET industry. We look forward to providing a fulsome update on Mr. Albertson’s strategic vision for the future of SHARC in the coming months.

About SHARC Energy
SHARC International Systems Inc. is a world leader in energy transfer with the wastewater we send down the drain every day. SHARC Energy's systems exchange thermal energy with wastewater, generating one of the most energy-efficient and economical systems for heating, cooling & hot water production for commercial, residential and industrial buildings along with thermal energy networks, commonly referred to as “District Energy”.

SHARC Energy is publicly traded in Canada (CSE: SHRC), the United States (OTCQB: INTWF) and Germany (Frankfurt: IWIA) and you can find out more on our SEDAR profile.

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ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD

Lynn Mueller
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

For investor inquiries, please contact:
Hanspaul Pannu
Chief Financial & Operating Officer
SHARC Energy
Telephone: (604) 475-7710 ext. 4
Email: hanspaul.pannu@sharcenergy.com
For media inquiries, please contact:
Mike Tanyi
Director of Marketing & IT
SHARC Energy
Telephone: 604.475.7710 Ext.109
Email: mike.tanyi@sharcenergy.com
  

The Canadian Securities Exchange does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

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Certain statements contained in this news release may constitute forward-looking information. Forward-looking information is often, but not always, identified using words such as “anticipate”, “plan”, “estimate”, “expect”, “may”, “will”, “intend”, “should”, and similar expressions. Forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results or events to differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking information. SHARC Energy’s actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in this forward-looking information as a result of regulatory decisions, competitive factors in the industries in which the Company operates, prevailing economic conditions, and other factors, many of which are beyond the control of the Company. SHARC Energy believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking information are reasonable, but no assurance can be given that these expectations will prove to be correct and such forward-looking information should not be unduly relied upon. Any forward-looking information contained in this news release represents the Company’s expectations as of the date hereof and is subject to change after such date. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information whether because of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities legislation. 


FAQ

Who is the new CEO of SHARC Energy (INTWF) and when was he appointed?

Michael Albertson was appointed as the new CEO, President and Director of SHARC Energy on December 12, 2024.

What major acquisition was SHARC Energy's new CEO Michael Albertson involved in?

Michael Albertson was involved in the $364 million acquisition of WaterFurnace International by NIBE group in 2014.

What new market sectors is SHARC Energy (INTWF) targeting under the new leadership?

SHARC Energy is targeting universities, water utilities, correctional facilities, military, and the design & build energy sectors.

What role will former SHARC Energy CEO Lynn Mueller take after stepping down?

Lynn Mueller will continue with SHARC Energy as Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors.

What advantages do SHARC Energy's new target sectors offer?

The new sectors offer fewer regulatory hurdles, long-term customer relationships, shorter sales cycles, and potential for larger scale projects.

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