Orex Minerals Inc. announced that the Board has received the resignation of David Gunning. His extensive background and senior level experience enabled the Company to continue with its strategic plan and growth during his tenure. Management wishes to thank Mr. Gunning for his years of service.

The Company also announced the appointment of Adam Cegielski as Independent Chair of the Company's Board of Directors and member of the Company's Audit Committee effective immediately. Mr. Cegielski has over 20 years of experience in the venture capital industry ranging from mineral exploration, technology, health care and education. He started his career developing an industrial mineral project in Uganda that he later sold to Rio Tinto.

Mr. Cegielski was the founding director of Cayden Resources, which was sold to Agnico Eagle Mines for $205 million. He was the co-founder, CEO & director of Gold Line Resources Corp, a mineral exploration company in Sweden which was recently acquired by First Nordic Metals Corp.