Encore Appoints Former Royal Canadian Air Force Commander Michael Hood as Strategic Advisor
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Encore Technologies Corp. (“Encore” or the “Company”) (CSE: ENCR) is pleased to announce the appointment of Lieutenant-General (Retired) Michael (Mike) Hood, CMM, CD, former Commander of the Royal Canadian Air Force, as Strategic Advisor to the Company.
Mr. Hood brings more than three decades of military leadership, including senior responsibilities in force development, international security policy and strategic operations. As Strategic Advisor, he will support Encore’s activities and opportunities in the space sector through strategic advice, business development, and government and industry relationships. His appointment is particularly relevant to the Company’s previously announced strategic investment in Solstar Space Company (“Solstar”).
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“Mike brings the perspective of someone who has led a national air force and understands how operational requirements shape the adoption of new technology,” said Stephen Kukucha, Chief Executive Officer of Encore. “His experience will be particularly valuable as we develop our space-sector strategy and build on our relationship with Solstar. Mike will help us assess business opportunities, develop government and industry relationships, and identify where Encore can contribute strategically.”
“Reliable communications are fundamental to effective operations, and the value of a new capability depends on how well it addresses the needs of the people using it,” said Mr. Hood. “I look forward to working with Encore on its space-sector strategy and helping the team build productive relationships across government and industry. The Company’s relationship with Solstar provides a compelling focus for that work as we assess opportunities in space communications and infrastructure.”
Encore closed its strategic investment of approximately US$1.16 million in Solstar on August 4, 2026. Solstar is a U.S.-based company developing communications hardware, software and services for spacecraft and other space infrastructure.
Mr. Hood’s experience in military operations, capability planning and international security cooperation is expected to provide valuable perspective as Encore evaluates opportunities associated with its relationship with Solstar, including the needs of prospective commercial and government customers and potential business development and industry collaborations.
As Strategic Advisor, Mr. Hood will focus on Encore’s activities and opportunities in the space sector. His role will include:
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