Industry Veteran Joins LibertyStream's Leadership
LibertyStream Infrastructure Partners Inc. has announced the appointment of Michael Bodino to its Board of Directors. This announcement was made on April 13th, with the company expressing enthusiasm over Bodino’s extensive experience in the energy sector.
Based in Dallas, Texas, Bodino brings over 30 years of energy industry expertise to LibertyStream. Most recently, he served as Managing Director and Co-Head of Energy Investment at Texas Capital, managing transactions exceeding $50 billion in value.
His background includes senior roles as a research analyst, director of research, and investment banker, focusing on energy commodities and strategic transactions. Bodino has been recognised with the Wall Street Journal’s ‘Best on the Street’ award for his analysis in the U.S. oil and gas markets.
He holds a Bachelor of Sciences in Economics from Louisiana State University and an MBA from Texas Christian University, equipping him for his new position. His experience in capitalizing energy companies and advising on strategic transactions adds significant value to LibertyStream’s growth plans.
LibertyStream’s Board has approved the granting of 2,500,000 incentive stock options and 3,500,000 restricted share units to consultants, senior management, and directors. These options will vest over the next four years, with an exercise price of CAD$0.96.
The restricted share units are set to vest by April 12, 2027, aligning with the company’s Amended and Restated Omnibus Security Based Incentive Plan. All grants are subject to TSX Venture Exchange requirements.
LibertyStream aims to become North America’s leading producer of lithium carbonate from oilfield brine. The company plans to leverage its proprietary Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) technology to integrate into existing oil and gas infrastructure, reducing capital costs and supporting the clean energy transition.
As LibertyStream advances its commercial deployment, it evaluates financing and future facility buildout opportunities. The company remains committed to operating efficiently and transparently to generate sustainable shareholder value.
Bodino’s addition to the board comes at a crucial time as LibertyStream prepares to deploy its DLE technology. This technology directly targets existing oil and gas infrastructures, lowering risks and positioning the company as a pioneer in the clean energy sector.
His leadership experience in energy investment banking and strategic planning will be instrumental as LibertyStream seeks to capitalise on new opportunities in the evolving energy market.
