NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) (“NANO Nuclear” or “the Company”), a leading advanced nuclear energy and technology company focused on developing portable, clean energy solutions, today announced that the Hon. John G. Vonglis, former Chief Financial Officer of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Acting Director of DOE’s Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (APRA-E), and Chairman of NANO Nuclear’s Executive Advisory Board for Strategic Initiatives has transitioned to an active corporate role within NANO Nuclear as its Executive Director of Global Government Affairs.

In his new role, Vonglis will play a vital role in strengthening relationships with key government agencies and policymakers, ensuring alignment between NANO Nuclear’s goals and government priorities in encouraging and financing nuclear energy. His appointment is a key element in NANO Nuclear’s management expansion strategy, which has attracted top financial, regulatory, and scientific leaders to NANO Nuclear in recent months. The assembled team of highly qualified and proven leaders positions NANO Nuclear to capitalize on the rising momentum in the industry, fueled by U.S. government support, growing public interest, and favorable capital market conditions.

“During my time at DOE, but specifically ARPA-E, my focus was on identifying cutting-edge technologies and forward-thinking companies with the potential to drive transformative change,” said John G. Vonglis, Executive Director, Global Government Affairs of NANO Nuclear Energy. “During my short time on NANO Nuclear’s executive advisory board, I’ve seen firsthand that NANO Nuclear is precisely that kind of company I’ve always valued, with advanced, portable power solutions and other auxiliary businesses that have the potential to transform the U.S. nuclear energy landscape. I am thrilled to take on this expanded role in guiding NANO Nuclear with its key government relationships and thus helping to shape the future of this nation’s advanced nuclear energy initiatives.”