Strike Diamond Corp. Appoints Chief Executive Officer

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA - February 23, 2016 – Strike Diamond Corp. (TSX Venture: SRK) ("Strike Diamond" or the “Corporation”) is pleased to report that it has appointed Mr. Gordon Zelko as President, Chief Executive Officer, and director of the Corporation.

Mr. Zelko graduated with a major in Economics from Simon Fraser University and has over 25 years of experience in the mining, energy and technology sectors, focusing on raising capital and building numerous strategic relationships. He has extensive knowledge of the capital markets and financing activities. Mr. Zelko has also developed expertise in the areas of business and strategic planning, leadership, identification of potential acquisitions, business development and contract negotiations.

Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

Contact Information:

Gordon Zelko Chief Executive Officer 604-602-0001 [email protected]