Standard Lithium Strengthens Leadership Team with Appointment of Michael Lutgring as General Counsel

Standard Lithium (NYSE American: SLI), a company on the brink of commercial lithium production, has announced the appointment of Michael Lutgring as its new General Counsel, effective August 18, 2025. This strategic addition to the senior leadership team is expected to bolster the company's legal framework as it continues to expand its operations in the sustainable lithium sector. CEO David Park expressed confidence in Lutgring's extensive legal expertise, highlighting its importance in supporting the company's growth trajectory and its status as a public entity.

The company is at the forefront of developing high-grade lithium-brine properties in the United States, with a focus on sustainability and efficiency. Standard Lithium's projects, particularly in the Smackover Formation spanning Arkansas and Texas, are notable for their high-grade resources and favorable infrastructure. The collaboration with Equinor ASA on the South West Arkansas project exemplifies the company's commitment to advancing greenfield lithium brine projects. For more details on Standard Lithium's initiatives, visit https://ibn.fm/UYkeI.

Standard Lithium's approach to lithium production emphasizes the use of a scalable Direct Lithium Extraction and purification process, aiming to set a benchmark for environmental responsibility in the industry. The appointment of Lutgring is a testament to the company's dedication to maintaining robust legal and operational standards as it moves closer to achieving commercial-scale production. Investors and stakeholders can stay updated on the company's progress through its newsroom at https://ibn.fm/SLI.