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Top Picks & Standout Performers: Highlights from the CEM 2025 Whistler Capital Event Investor Breakout Exchange

Whistler Capital Event Serves Up a Smorgasbord of High-Growth Investment Opportunities

Last weekend’s CEM 2025 Whistler Capital Event was a showcase of game-changing companies redefining their industries. From next-generation battery materials to revolutionary health and wellness solutions, ad-tech disruptors, renewable energy pioneers, and multi-commodity explorers, the summit at the world-renowned ski resort served up a feast of high-growth opportunities.

“Going into Whistler, there was a strong focus among attendees on the challenges and opportunities in the global mining sector against an inflationary backdrop … but at our CEM conferences, you can always expect the unexpected,” said Ryan Iverson, CEM Partner, Portfolio Manager, and host of the Investor Breakout Exchange (IBE).

“This IBE in Whistler spotlighted some incredible mining opportunities but also showcased the breadth of unique companies in a variety of sectors that attend these events,” he added.

Unlike traditional conference formats, CEM summits foster direct engagement, dynamic discussions, and real-time investment insights through curated one-on-one meetings and strategic networking opportunities. The event culminates in the IBE session, where attendees select their Top Picks and Outstanding Performers.

Here’s your exclusive early insight from the IBE at CEM’s 2025 Whistler Capital Event.

Top Picks

All prices as of market open on Monday, February 24th, 2025

TSXV: AHR | OTCQB: AXREF

Amarc Resources Ltd.

PRICE: $0.67

Amarc is a mineral exploration and development company creating a new generation of long-life, high-value porphyry copper and gold mines in British Columbia. Backed by a dynamic management team, it owns the high-potential JOY, DUKE, and IKE porphyry Cu±Au Districts. Spread across northern, central, and southern BC, these districts offer significant potential for large-scale deposits and are conveniently located near essential industrial infrastructure, including power, highways, and rail.

Why It Was Picked:

  • The recent discovery of the porphyry copper-gold-silver AuRORA deposit underscores the effectiveness of Amarc’s exploration strategy. This discovery validates the company’s focus on underexplored, high-value porphyry environments and positions Amarc to develop long-life, high-value mining assets that could translate into substantial investor returns.
  • The company is led by an internationally recognized team of geologists and industry veterans with decades of porphyry exploration experience. Their deep expertise has consistently identified valuable geological targets, providing investors with confidence in Amarc’s ability to generate significant returns.
  • Leveraging a strong outlook in the copper market — boosted by surging demand from green transition sectors that is outstripping new supply — Amarc plans to develop large-scale copper-gold assets in collaboration with Freeport-McMoRan. This strategy aims to lower financial risk for investors while supporting ongoing exploration and development.

TSXV: SUN

Stardust Solar Energy Inc.

PRICE: $0.16

Stardust is North America’s largest solar franchisor offering renewable energy installation services, including solar panels, energy storage systems, and electric vehicle charging equipment. The brand provides its business management expertise to entrepreneurs entering the clean energy market. Franchisees install and maintain systems for both residential and commercial clients, receiving essential products and comprehensive support — from marketing and sales to engineering, design, customer service, and project management.

Why It Was Picked:

  • With over $2 million in signed contracts for solar and energy storage projects set to launch this spring, Stardust Solar has a solid pipeline spanning both residential and commercial sectors. This robust backlog signals strong market demand and establishes a predictable revenue stream, ensuring financial stability and growth throughout 2025.
  • The company’s 2024 performance — installing 1,200 kilowatts of solar capacity and 189 kilowatt-hours of energy storage — demonstrates its ability to execute projects efficiently. This operational success highlights Stardust’s capability to scale and manage costs effectively, enhancing investor confidence in its long-term profitability.
  • With plans to expand its franchise network to over 100 territories by year-end and a growing presence in both Canada and the U.S., Stardust Solar is well-positioned for significant market penetration. Supported by favourable government incentives and surging renewable energy demand, this strategic expansion bolsters the company’s leadership in the North American clean energy sector.

TSXV: SBIO | OTCQB: SABOF

Sabio Holdings Inc.

PRICE: $0.68

Sabio Holdings is a pioneering leader in ad-supported streaming technology and services. Using a robust, cloud-based tech stack, it partners with blue-chip brands and top agencies to reach, engage, and validate audiences. Its proprietary ad-serving platform integrates with leading streaming services, while App Science™, a non-cookie-based SaaS analytics tool with AI natural language processing, delivers actionable insights — driving revenue growth and redefining digital advertising.

Why It Was Picked:

  • Sabio’s preliminary Q4 and full-year 2024 results indicate significant growth, with revenues projected to reach nearly US$50 million — an increase of roughly 37% year-over-year. This surge, coupled with the company’s highest-ever quarterly adjusted EBITDA, reflects a successful strategy of scaling operations and boosting profitability.
  • Collaborations such as the new distribution deal with Sling TV’s Freestream for Creator TV extend Sabio’s reach and reinforce its leadership in the booming ad-supported streaming sector. These alliances also strengthen the company’s brand presence among top global advertisers and streaming platforms.
  • By reducing debt and maintaining an 85%+ customer retention rate, Sabio showcases disciplined financial management and consistent client loyalty. Investments in new product channels, geographic expansion, and a leaner cost structure further position the company for sustainable, long-term growth.

CBOE: CZZL | OTC: CZZLF

Cizzle Brands Corporation

PRICE: $0.39

Cizzle Brands is a dynamic health and wellness company revolutionizing sports nutrition. By collaborating with top athletes and trainers, it has introduced two standout product lines: CWENCH Hydration™, a better-for-you sports drink now in over 1,200 stores globally, and Spoken Nutrition, an athlete-grade nutraceutical range boasting the NSF Certified for Sport® qualification. Cizzle Brands empowers competitive athletes and health-conscious individuals to excel in both performance and everyday living worldwide.

Why It Was Picked:

  • Cizzle Brands has been successfully expanding into new retail channels with CWENCH Hydration™ and Spoken Nutrition. This broadening footprint signals growing consumer acceptance and sets the stage for accelerated revenue growth — appealing to investors seeking scalable, global opportunities.
  • The company’s partnerships with high-profile athletes and trainers not only enhance brand visibility but also validate product performance. Moreover, its NSF Certified for Sport® qualification underscores a rigorous commitment to safety and quality — two critical factors in sports nutrition.
  • Cizzle Brands continues to roll out health-focused offerings, including better-for-you beverages and athlete-grade nutraceuticals. By combining science-backed formulations with user-friendly convenience, the company caters to both professional athletes and everyday health enthusiasts, creating a multi-tiered product strategy that appeals to forward-looking investors.

TSXV: NBM | OTC: NBMFF

NEO Battery Materials Ltd.

PRICE: $0.83

NEO Battery Materials is a Canadian technology company developing silicon anode materials for lithium-ion batteries in electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Using a proprietary, low-cost manufacturing process, NEO’s technology enables longer-lasting, ultra-fast charging batteries that outperform conventional solutions. With a pilot-scale facility in South Korea and plans for global expansion, the company aims to become a world-leading producer of silicon anodes for next-generation energy storage.

Why It Was Picked:

  • Recent press releases highlight NEO Battery Materials’ rapid progress in establishing and expanding its pilot-scale facility in South Korea. This advancement underscores the company’s readiness for commercial-scale manufacturing of its silicon anode materials — an important signal to investors seeking near-term market entry and revenue generation.
  • The company is planning Canada’s first advanced silicon anode plant in Windsor, Ontario. This $120 million facility, strategically located near major automotive manufacturers, is expected to produce 5,000 tonnes of silicon anodes annually.
  • NEO is scaling its production capacity to address growing supply demands from downstream partners and begin mass-producibility testing. This expansion demonstrates the company’s path to commercial viability and its ability to meet rising market needs — an attractive prospect for investors looking for near-term production potential in the battery materials sector.

Honourable Mentions:

Here are the companies that also caught the attention of the Investor Breakout Exchange during last weekend’s 2025 Whistler Capital Event.
Aztec Minerals Myriad Uranium
Conavi Medical Nova Pacific Metals
Desert Mountain Energy Oroco Resource
Electric Royalties Patriot Gold Vault
Electrum Discovery Pegasus Resources
Emperor Metals Plurilock Security
Eupraxia Pharmaceuticals Promino Nutritional Sciences
Forge Resources Rackla Metals
Fortress Gold Regency Silver
Great Pacific Gold Relevant Gold
Gryphon Digital Mining Rua Gold
Hemostemix Silver North Resources
Highway 50 Gold Sranan Metals
Honey Badger Silver Standard Uranium
Horizon Copper Streamex
Innovation Mining Strikepoint Gold
Intrepid Metals Summa Silver
Kootenay Silver Tiger Gold
Layer X Tocvan Ventures
LEEF Brands Tudor Gold
Light AI VERSES AI
Magma Silver Vizsla Copper
Matador Technologies Wedgemount Resources
Microbix Biosystems Westhill Innovation
MustGrow Biologics Yukon Metals
IBE Whistler 2025
Investor Breakout Exchange, Whistler 2025

In the coming weeks, we’ll take you behind the scenes with Spotlight Features, Highlights, and Performance Alerts, showcasing what made these companies standout at CEM 2025 Whistler.

Here’s why you’ll want to stay tuned: Investors who followed our 2024 Top Picks across all CEM events saw an average portfolio boost of +40%.

Next Stop:

Scottsdale Capital Event
April 11 – April 13, 2025

The conference connects high-growth companies across resource, technology, biotech, and special situations with top-tier capital finance professionals. Through a full day of curated one-on-one meetings and strategic networking, participants gain direct access to investors actively seeking emerging opportunities.

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