Vertiqal Studios Corp. Appoints Award-Winning Advertising and Marketing Executive Steven Moy to Board of Directors

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - October 7, 2025) - Vertiqal Studios Corp. (TSX: VRTS) (FSE: 9PY0) ("Vertiqal" or the "Company"), a leading digital-channel network and video-production studio, as well as the owner of North America's largest gaming and lifestyle network on social media, is pleased to announce that award-winning advertising and marketing C-suite executive Steven Moy has joined its Board of Directors.

With over three decades of experience in advertising, technology, and digital transformation, Mr. Moy brings a rare combination of strategic vision, technical acumen, and deep industry relationships that will help guide Vertiqal's next phase of growth.

"Vertiqal is at a pivotal moment in its evolution, expanding content distribution and programmatic guaranteed inventory, with managed services growing as our remit with clients expands well beyond gaming. Steven's connectivity and intelligence will be a valuable asset to my team and me," said Jon Dwyer, Chairman & CEO of Vertiqal Studios. "His capacity to bridge tech, creativity, and business growth aligns exactly with the direction we're heading."

Steven Moy: A Profile in Leadership & Transformation

Steven Moy is well known in the agency and media world for his ability to lead digitally empowered growth across global brands and organizations. Zippia+4Executive Board | Fast Company+4adobo Magazine Online+4

Some highlights from his extensive career include:

• In 2019, Moy was appointed CEO of Barbarian (part of Cheil Worldwide). Branding in Asia+3mediapost.com+3adobo Magazine Online+3
• Prior to that, he served as EVP & U.S. Chief Technology Officer at R/GA, where he was responsible for monetizing technology partnerships and investments globally. adobo Magazine Online+3Adweek+3mediapost.com+3
• Earlier roles include CEO of Isobar UK and Regional Vice President at SapientNitro (Northeast U.S.), where he led strategy and business transformation efforts. Branding in Asia+2Executive Board | Fast Company+2
• Over his career, Moy has driven large-scale transformation and digital initiatives for a number of globally recognized brands, such as McDonald's, Marvel, Shiseido, Johnson & Johnson, CVS Health, American Express, Samsung, AT&T, and others. mediapost.com+3Executive Board | Fast Company+3Branding in Asia+3
• Under his leadership, Barbarian expanded significantly: adding 14 new clients (e.g. American Express, Cetaphil, K-Y, Emergent Holdings), launching new business practices (including consulting), opening a global office in Warsaw, and earning inclusion in Campaign's 40 Over 40 list. Zippia+2adobo Magazine Online+2
• His influence is also recognized by industry awards: Moy has been named a Campaign A-Lister, and his leadership work has earned FastCompany's World Changing Idea recognition. Executive Board | Fast Company+1
• Mr Moy holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Northeastern, an M.S. in Computer Science from UMass, and an M.B.A. In Marketing from Boston University

"Vertiqal Studios has the capability to engage over 300 million young millennials and Gen Z audiences by delivering original content at scale across various platforms, including social media, live streaming, and live shopping. This intersection of social and commerce creates a strong demand, supported by publisher insights that guide agency actions," said Moy. "I am excited to assist the board and executive team in unlocking additional opportunities in the U.S., navigating the agency-media landscape, and helping us scale sustainably and with integrity."