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20 January 2025
Sealand Capital Galaxy Limited
("Sealand" or the "Company")
APPOINTMENT OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Sealand Capital Galaxy Limited [LSE: SCGL] ("Sealand" or the "Company"), an IT, Social Media & Technology company focused on consolidating compelling opportunities in the global marketplace, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Thomas Sawyer PhD, MBA as Chief Executive Officer of the Company with immediate effect.
Following the appointment of Dr. Sawyer, PhD, MBA, Ms. Elena Suet Sum Law will retire her role as Chief Executive Officer of the Company and maintain her position as Chairwoman of the Board.
Dr. Thomas Sawyer PhD, MBA
Dr. Thomas Sawyer is an accomplished executive and thought leader with extensive experience in biotechnology, medical technology, AI, and data-driven innovation. With a proven track record of success at senior management and board levels across public and private sectors, Dr. Sawyer specializes in identifying high-potential technologies and driving business growth through innovative strategies and partnerships.
Dr. Sawyer's expertise encompasses corporate strategy, financing, IPO execution, and fostering collaborations across the technology, global healthcare systems and biopharma sectors.
Dr. Sawyer holds a PhD in Life Sciences from the University of Glasgow and an Executive MBA from the University of Cambridge. Over his career, he has served in senior executive roles in both public and private companies, successfully driving technological innovations and fostering partnerships across the UK, EU, USA, and APAC regions. His academic affiliations include an honorary lecturer at the University College London and mentorship at the Judge Business School at the University of Cambridge.
Dr. Sawyer combines technical expertise and strategic vision to bridge the gap between technology and business. His leadership philosophy emphasizes adaptability, stakeholder alignment, and scalable solutions for complex business challenges.
Appointed Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Tom Sawyer commented,
"It is an exciting time for Sealand, as the business looks to strategically enhance existing operations and look to access scalable opportunities through exploring new technological advances. I am committed and motivated in this new role and look forward to working with the Sealand team in progressing the Company and delivering value to our shareholders."
Chairwoman, Ms. Elena Suet Sum Law commented,
"The Board and I are delighted to welcome Dr. Sawyer as the Company's newly appointed Chief Executive Officer. Dr. Sawyer provides the Company and our shareholders an Executive with a truly rare, valuable and balanced skillset that greatly compliments Sealands present and future ambitions."
Dr. Thomas Sawyer PhD, MBA (Chief Executive Officer)
Upon appointment, Dr Thomas Sawyer has been awarded 1,250,000 Stock Options. The Stock Options granted have a strike price of £0.12, a life to expiry of 5-years from date of grant and vest upon 12-months of service.
Dr. Thomas Sawyer holds no ordinary shares in Sealand Capital Galaxy Limited. Dr. Thomas Sawyer will not join the Board of Directors at this time but will assume the role of CEO reporting to the Board.
CEO - Stockbox Introduction Interview
The Company are pleased to also provide a link 'here' for a CEO introduction interview with the Company's appointed PR/IR firm, Stockbox Media.
The information contained within this announcement is deemed by the Company to constitute inside information as stipulated under the Market Abuse Regulation (EU) No. 596/2014 as it forms part of United Kingdom domestic law by virtue of the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018 (as amended).
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Enquiries:
Sealand Capital Galaxy Limited
Dr. Thomas Sawyer (Chief Executive Officer)
Ms. Elena Suet Sum Law (Chairwoman)
Mr. Geoffrey Griggs (Non-Executive Director)
Bowsprit Partners Limited (Financial Adviser) +44 (0) 203 833 4430
Stockbox Media (PR/IR)
Notes to Editors:
The Company's Shares are traded on the transition category of the London Stock Exchange under the ticker LSE: SCGL
Further information on Sealand Capital Galaxy Limited is available on its website http://scg-ltd.com
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