Exec format error when trying to run c++ executable on mac

I am having trouble running the example executable of a project. I am just seeking help running the example. I have been struggling with this for some time now and have run out of ideas. When I try to run the first sample I get "zsh: exec format error”. I am offering 30 dollars for whoever can solve this for me today. Solve means getting the executable to run properly on my computer. My best guess is that I have some very basic and silly configuration error… or making some other highly rookie mistake. I will pay only when the issue is resolved to my satisfaction, not just for time spent. I am using a 2021 macbook pro with the M1 pro chip and have tried using CLion and VSCode and terminal and get the same error every time. The way it's supposed to work is: I type ./exampleExecutable in the terminal and it should give an example. But I only get the error. I have included the files and a screenshot of the error. Thank you.