Standard Lithium announced that Karen Narwold will resign from the company’s Board of Directors effective September 15, 2026, following her acceptance of a new executive position.
The company said the new role brings increased time commitments that led to Narwold’s decision to step down from the board.
Following Narwold’s departure, Standard Lithium’s board will consist of eight directors.
Standard Lithium has initiated a search for a new independent director. The company said it is seeking a candidate whose experience and expertise will complement the existing board and support its continued growth and strategic objectives. An appointment is expected to be announced after the search process concludes.
Standard Lithium is advancing a portfolio of lithium brine projects in the U.S. using direct lithium extraction and purification technology.
Its flagship assets are located in the Smackover Formation across Arkansas and Texas. In partnership with Equinor, Standard Lithium is advancing the South West Arkansas project as well as lithium resources in East Texas.
The East Texas portfolio includes the Franklin project, which Standard Lithium describes as having the highest known lithium brine grade in North America.
Standard Lithium trades on the TSX Venture Exchange and NYSE American under the ticker SLI.
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“We thank Karen for her valuable contributions and commitment to Standard Lithium during her tenure on our Board. We congratulate her and wish her continued success in this next chapter of her career.”
Bob Cross, Independent Chairman of Standard Lithium
