Biotalys announces the appointment of seasoned agricultural executive Kevin Helash as the company?s new CEO. Mr. Helash, currently CEO of EnviroKure, will take on his new responsibilities upon termination of his current engagement, at the latest on December 1, 2023. Mr. Helash will replace Patrice Sellès, who will then step down from his position as CEO and director in mutual agreement with the company.

Mr. Sellès has agreed to remain in an advisory role for 30 days from the end of his appointment to ensure a smooth transition. Mr. Helash?s nomination as director will be proposed for confirmation at the next shareholders meeting. Kevin Helash is currently the CEO of the U.S. biostimulants and biofertilizers company EnviroKure, which he has been leading for the last year.

A results-driven corporate executive, Mr. Helash brings more than 30 years of international experience developing and executing aggressive growth strategies while controlling costs and enhancing profitability. His experience spans commercializing numerous breakthrough technologies in the agricultural industry on a global scale, including in positions as CEO of Marrone Bio Innovations - previously listed on Nasdaq - and Agrinos, and as vice president and corporate officer of Agrium (now Nutrien).