Optimi Health Announces Re-Appointments to Board of Directors

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Optimi Health Corp. announces the re-election of five board members following its Annual General Meeting on January 9, 2023. The directors re-elected include Bryan Safarik, Jacob Safarik, Jon Schintler, Dane Stevens, and JJ Wilson. The company also expressed gratitude to outgoing director Michael Stier. Additionally, Smythe LLP was re-appointed as the auditor, and the Company’s Equity Incentive Plan was re-approved. Optimi operates under Health Canada regulations, focusing on natural and synthetic psychedelic substances and functional mushrooms for the wellness market.

Positive

• Five experienced directors re-elected, potentially enhancing stability and strategic direction.
• Re-appointment of Smythe LLP as auditor indicates confidence in financial oversight.

Negative

• Departure of director Michael Stier may lead to concerns about continuity in leadership.

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Optimi Health Corp. (CSE: OPTI) (OTCQX: OPTHF) (FRA: 8BN) (“Optimi” or the “Company”), is pleased to announce that Mr. Bryan Safarik, Mr. Jacob Safarik, Mr. Jon Schintler, Mr. Dane Stevens, and Mr. JJ Wilson have been re-elected to the Board of Directors following the Company’s Annual General Meeting held January 9, 2023. The Company would like to thank departing director Mr. Michael Stier for his service and wishes him well in his future endeavours. Optimi shareholders also re-appointed Smythe LLP as auditor and re-approved the Company’s Equity Incentive Plan.

ABOUT OPTIMI (CSE: OPTI) (OTCQX: OPTHF) (FRA: 8BN)

Optimi Health Corp. is a Canadian-based company licensed by Health Canada to produce and supply natural, EU-GMP grade psilocybin and synthetic psychedelic substances, as well as functional mushrooms that focus on the health and wellness markets. Built with the purpose of producing scalable psychedelic formulations for transformational human experiences, the Company’s goal is to be the number one trusted, compassionate supplier of safe drug products throughout the world. Optimi’s products are grown at its two facilities comprising a total of 20,000 square feet in Princeton, British Columbia, making it the largest psilocybin and MDMA cultivator in North America.

FOR INTERVIEW REQUESTS OR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:

Michael Kydd
Investor Relations
Email: investors@optimihealth.ca
Phone: +1 (902) 880 6121

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This news release contains forward‐looking statements and forward‐looking information within the meaning of Canadian securities legislation (collectively, “forward‐looking statements”) that relate to Optimi’s current expectations and views of future events. Any statements that express, or involve discussions as to, expectations, beliefs, plans, objectives, assumptions or future events or performance (often, but not always, through the use of words or phrases such as “will likely result,” “are expected to,” “expects,” “will continue,” “is anticipated,” “anticipates,” “believes,” “estimated,” “intends,” “plans,” “forecast,” “projection,” “strategy,” “objective,” and “outlook”) are not historical facts and may be forward‐looking statements and may involve estimates, assumptions and uncertainties which could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those expressed in such forward‐looking statements. No assurance can be given that these expectations will prove to be correct and such forward‐looking statements included in this news release should not be unduly relied upon. These statements speak only as of the date of this news release. In particular and without limitation, this news release contains forward‐looking statements pertaining to activities proposed to be conducted under the Company’s approved Health Canada dealer’s licence and associated business related to Psilocybin, Psilocin, other psychedelic substances, some being synthetically formulated, and Optimi’s plans, focus and objectives.

Forward‐looking statements are based on a number of assumptions and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond Optimi’s control, which could cause actual results and events to differ materially from those that are disclosed in or implied by such forward‐looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the impact and progression of the COVID‐19 pandemic and other factors set forth under “Forward‐Looking Statements” and “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Annual information Form dated January 12, 2022, and other continuous disclosure filings available under Optimi’s profile at www.sedar.com. Optimi undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward‐looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required by law. New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for Optimi to predict all of them or assess the impact of each such factor or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause results to differ materially from those contained in any forward‐looking statement.

Any forward‐looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement.

FAQ

What recent changes occurred in Optimi Health Corp.'s Board of Directors?

Five directors were re-elected during the AGM held on January 9, 2023.

Who were re-elected to the Board of Directors of Optimi on January 9, 2023?

Bryan Safarik, Jacob Safarik, Jon Schintler, Dane Stevens, and JJ Wilson were re-elected.

What is the future outlook for Optimi Health Corp. following the recent board election?

The re-elected board members bring experience, which may positively influence the company's strategy.

What does the re-appointment of Smythe LLP signify for Optimi Health Corp.?

It indicates confidence in the financial oversight and integrity of the company's fiscal management.

How might the departure of Michael Stier impact Optimi Health Corp.?

His departure could raise concerns about continuity and leadership experience within the board.