Zion Oil & Gas founder and Executive Chairman John Brown dies at 86; succession plan in place

ZION OIL & GAS INC

John Brown passed away peacefully at home on May 22, 2026 at age 86; memorial services set for May 28.
Brown had planned to retire as Executive Chairman at the annual shareholder meeting on June 2, 2026.
Succession led by CEO Robert W. A. Dunn and President/CFO Michael B. Croswell, both approximately 50 years old.
Company reaffirms commitment to pursue oil and gas exploration in Israel as per Brown's vision.

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Departed

John Brown

Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors

ZNOG · ZION OIL & GAS INC

Effective: 2026-05-22
Filed: May 26, 2026, 11:21 AM ET

John passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026, in his home at the age of 86.

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Executive change SEC 8-K Item 5.02 confidence 0.95

John Brown departed as Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors at ZION OIL & GAS INC.

Action: passed away
Role: Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors

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John passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026, in his home at the age of 86.

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