Paul Ioakim Appointed GameSquare’s Head of Events

GameSquare enters shares for debt transactions

FRISCO, TX / ACCESSWIRE / November 30, 2023 / GameSquare Holdings, Inc. ("GameSquare", or the "Company") (NASDAQ:GAME)(TSXV:GAME) announces Paul Ioakim has been appointed Head of Events to support GameSquare's emerging events business. Ioakim brings over 16 years of unparalleled experience in crafting award-winning events and experiences for some of the world's most prominent brands. Prior to joining GameSquare, Ioakim was Director of Development at Redrock Entertainment, and has held positions at the Australian Football League, and NCompass International. His expertise encompasses the production of large-scale events and immersive experiences that generate revenue by driving strategic sponsorships and engaging consumers.

Justin Kenna, CEO of GameSquare commented, "To support our growing experiences business, I am pleased to announce the addition of Paul to our team. Paul brings 16 years of events and marketing experience, and I am excited to see the growth of our events business under Paul's leadership, as our brand partners look for new, innovative ways to drive customer engagement."

GameSquare's emerging events business aims to elevate brand engagement through immersive experiences, owned and talent-led event IP, and strategic sponsorship initiatives. Under Ioakim's leadership, GameSquare is poised to build upon its recent success creating large-scale events such as the 2022 TimTheTatman Tailgate. In addition, GameSquare is focused on leveraging growing market demand as companies seek to host unique events and immersive experiences that drive powerful connections between brands and their customers.

Additionally, the Company, in the ordinary course of business has entered into the following Shares for Debt and Shares for Services Agreements:

Shares for Debt

The Company has entered into an agreement with an arm's length third party pursuant to which the Company intends to complete a "shares for debt" transaction in accordance with TSX Venture Exchange ("TSXV") policies. The Company intends to settle an aggregate outstanding liability in the amount of CDN$500,000 in exchange for an issuance of 12,500 shares of the Company's common shares (based on a previously agreed deemed issue price). Such shares issued pursuant to the "shares for debt" transaction are subject to a four month hold period, which will expire on the date that is four months and one day from the date of issuance.