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1130 West Pender St.-Suite 820

Vancouver, B.C. V6E 4A4

Tel : 888 909-5548

Fax : 888 909-1033

Trading Symbols: TSXV: SMRV US-OTC: SMRVF

SMOOTH ROCK ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTOR

Vancouver, B.C. January 12, 2026 - Smooth Rock Ventures Corp. ("Smooth Rock" or the "Company") (TSXV: SMRV; OTCMRKTS: SMRVF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Michael Ruggles, as a director of the Company effective immediately.

Mr. Ruggles brings over two decades of proven leadership in the financial services sector, with a strong emphasis on merchant banking, corporate restructurings, and investment strategies. Most recently, as Chief Operating Officer at Arrow Park Capital, a merchant bank specializing in corporate restructurings and capital markets advisory, he oversees daily operations and spearheads strategy development to drive client value in complex investment landscapes. Mike's extensive career has also encompassed pivotal roles in research, marketing and investor relations, where he crafted insightful market analyses and investor communications, fostering stakeholder engagement during transformative corporate phases. Finally, as a financial advisor, he delivered tailored capital allocation and risk management solutions for high-net-worth individuals and institutions, navigating high-volume transactions in dynamic markets, counseling executive teams on operational turnarounds and value optimization.

The Company also announces the resignation of Mr. Alan Day, as a director of the Company, in order for him to devote more time to his business interests. The Board of Directors thanks Mr. Day for his contributions to the Company and wishes him continued success in his future endeavours. Mr. Day will remain a consultant to the Company.

About Smooth Rock Ventures Corp.

Smooth Rock Ventures Corp. is a US-based exploration-stage company engaged in the acquisition and exploration of mineral properties, primarily in the prolific Walker Lane mineral belt located in Nevada. The Company owns a 100% undivided interest in the Palmetto Gold Project, that consists of 116 unpatented mining claims totalling 2217 acres located in Esmeralda County, Nevada. The Project hosts a NI 43-101 compliant mineral resource estimation (WSP Canda Inc. McCraken 10-15-2020). Palmetto has seen significant exploration work completed to date by numerous companies including, Newmont Gold, Phelps Dodge Corp, Romarco Minerals, and most recently by ML Gold Corp. The initial "Discovery Hole" in 1988, was drilled by Phelps Dodge and bonanza gold-silver veins were subsequently drilled by Romarco Minerals in 1997-2002. For more information, visit www.smoothrockventures.com.

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:

Christos Doulis, CEO & Director

Tel: 647 924-1083

Email: info@smoothrockventures.com

Website: www.smoothrockventures.com

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

File: Attachment SMRV News Release 01-12-2026 New Director .pdf

1130 West Pender St.-Suite 820 Vancouver, B.C. V6E 4A4 Tel : 888 909-5548 Fax : 888 909-1033

Trading Symbols: TSXV: SMRV US-OTC: SMRVF

SMOOTH ROCK ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTOR

Vancouver, B.C. January 12, 2026 - Smooth Rock Ventures Corp. ("Smooth Rock" or the "Company") (TSXV: SMRV; OTCMRKTS: SMRVF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Michael Ruggles, as a director of the Company effective immediately.

Mr. Ruggles brings over two decades of proven leadership in the financial services sector, with a strong emphasis on merchant banking, corporate restructurings, and investment strategies. Most recently, as Chief Operating Officer at Arrow Park Capital, a merchant bank specializing in corporate restructurings and capital markets advisory, he oversees daily operations and spearheads strategy development to drive client value in complex investment landscapes. Mike's extensive career has also encompassed pivotal roles in research, marketing and investor relations, where he crafted insightful market analyses and investor communications, fostering stakeholder engagement during transformative corporate phases. Finally, as a financial advisor, he delivered tailored capital allocation and risk management solutions for high-net-worth individuals and institutions, navigating high-volume transactions in dynamic markets, counseling executive teams on operational turnarounds and value optimization.

The Company also announces the resignation of Mr. Alan Day, as a director of the Company, in order for him to devote more time to his business interests. The Board of Directors thanks Mr. Day for his contributions to the Company and wishes him continued success in his future endeavours. Mr. Day will remain a consultant to the Company.

About Smooth Rock Ventures Corp.

Smooth Rock Ventures Corp. is a US-based exploration-stage company engaged in the acquisition and exploration of mineral properties, primarily in the prolific Walker Lane mineral belt located in Nevada. The Company owns a 100% undivided interest in the Palmetto Gold Project, that consists of 116 unpatented mining claims totalling 2217 acres located in Esmeralda County, Nevada. The Project hosts a NI 43-101 compliant mineral resource estimation (WSP Canda Inc. McCraken 10-15-2020). Palmetto has seen significant exploration work completed to date by numerous companies including, Newmont Gold, Phelps Dodge Corp, Romarco Minerals, and most recently by ML Gold Corp. The initial "Discovery Hole" in 1988, was drilled by Phelps Dodge and bonanza gold-silver veins were subsequently drilled by Romarco Minerals in 1997-2002. For more information, visit www.smoothrockventures.com.

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:

Christos Doulis, CEO & Director Tel: 647 924-1083 Email: info@smoothrockventures.com Website: www.smoothrockventures.com

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.