American Battery Technology Co Appoints Experienced CFO, Bolstering Financial Leadership

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American Battery Technology Co appointed Alejandro Flores Arteaga, an executive with significant experience in securing large-scale financing for EV battery manufacturing, as its new Chief Financial Officer. This filing also details the retirement of the interim CFO and the Chief Mineral Resource Officer's transition to a consulting role, along with updates to CEO and COO compensation milestones.

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• New Chief Financial Officer Appointed

  Alejandro Flores Arteaga, with over 20 years of financial leadership including securing a $7.5 billion U.S. Department of Energy loan for EV battery manufacturing, was appointed CFO, effective February 9, 2026. His compensation includes a $280,000 base salary, a 75% target cash bonus, and $1.5 million in annual equity awards.

• Interim CFO Retires

  Jesse Deutsch will retire as Interim CFO on February 9, 2026, receiving a $50,000 cash bonus and one month of COBRA coverage.

• Chief Mineral Resource Officer Transitions to Consulting Role

  Scott Jolcover will step down as CMRO on January 31, 2026, but will continue to provide consulting services at $6,500 per month, with his unvested equity continuing to vest.

• Executive Compensation Milestones Updated

  Offer letters for CEO Ryan Melsert and COO Steven Wu were amended to establish performance-based milestone criteria for fiscal year 2026 bonus equity compensation.

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The appointment of Alejandro Flores Arteaga as Chief Financial Officer is a significant positive development for American Battery Technology Co. His extensive background, particularly in securing a substantial $7.5 billion U.S. Department of Energy loan for EV battery manufacturing, aligns strategically with the company's growth ambitions in the battery technology sector. This move strengthens the company's financial leadership and could enhance its ability to secure future financing and manage large-scale projects. The compensation package, including a substantial equity component, reflects the importance of attracting high-caliber talent to this critical role. The other executive changes, including the retirement of the interim CFO and the transition of the Chief Mineral Resource Officer to a consulting role, appear routine and are overshadowed by the strategic CFO appointment.