Big Rock Brewery Inc. announced the appointment of Linda A. Thomas and George Croft, as Directors of the Corporation and Alanna McDonald's resignation from the Board of Directors of Big Rock (the "Board"). Linda Thomas ? During her 30-year career, Linda has acquired experience in telecommunications, hardware and software technology, consumer packaged goods, and the regulated beverage alcohol industry (Molson Coors Beverage Company), in companies with annual revenues ranging from $500 million to $80 billion.

Her work in finance, strategy, product management, marketing, sales and logistics has given her valuable insights across the spectrum of core business functions. Linda has led teams ranging from 5 to 150 personnel in territories that range in breadth from Western Canada to worldwide organizations. A resident of Calgary since 1993, Linda has helped organizations achieve success in mature businesses, as well as those experiencing extreme growth and also in decline.

George Croft ? With a career that spans more than twenty years in senior management roles in the brewing industry in Canada, George has a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities within this sector. His tenure as President and CEO of Waterloo Brewing Company was particularly transformative, steering the company from a loss-making position to sustainable profitability, culminating in its acquisition by Carlsberg Group in March 2023.

George's experience extends to general management, board governance, leadership and performance management, as well as competitive strategy and execution. He is also well-versed in marketing and sales, and mergers and acquisitions, having held executive leadership roles at Labatt Breweries of Canada and Lakeport Brewing Income Fund. As a Chartered Director and a qualified Management Accountant, George is committed to leveraging his industry knowledge and extensive network to assist clients and boards in achieving their business objectives.

Having served on numerous industry boards and recognized as an Ontario Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year finalist, he is equipped to provide strategic insights that drive performance.