Consultant

Surface Metals (CSE: SUR / OTCQB: SURMF) granted 250,000 stock options to a consultant at $0.255 and reported that executives voluntarily surrendered 499,999 options (strike price $3.84) issued April 14, 2022. The company also retained IDR Marketing Inc. for six months starting October 29, 2025, to enhance public relations, brand awareness, and digital marketing. IDR’s principal is Linda Josey, an arm’s-length party. This targets improved visibility in the lithium and gold exploration market.

Wang Shuai, former Alibaba PR executive and honorary partner, is rumored to be returning as a consultant, potentially advising on Taobao Flash Sales. His social media activity and comments suggest a renewed engagement with the e-commerce giant he’s been associated with for twenty years, where he also serves as Vice Chairman of Alibaba Public Welfare.