UNRV - Top Cannabis Industry Leaders Who Took The Reins In 2023 | Benzinga
In 2023, top executives in the cannabis industry continued to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the rapidly growing market.
These executives championed sustainability, social responsibility and inclusive business practices on the path to creating a more diverse and equitable cannabis industry. Their leadership contributed to the normalization of cannabis, driving mainstream acceptance and reshaping public perceptions.
Humble & Fume Inc. (CSE:HMBL) (OTCQX:HUMBF), kicked off 2023 by naming Jakob Ripshtein as its new CEO. He replaced Joel Toguri. Under Ripshtein's guidance, the company reported positive financial results for the full year of 2023. The company plans to intensify its efforts in the California cannabis sector going forward.
In February, cannabis social media platform WeedTube elected Maggie Adair as its new CEO. Adair, a graduate of George Washington University with degrees in Communications and Political Management, has had a successful career in the political realm of Washington D.C., working for top political officials in media, campaigns, and the tech field.
Cannabis multi-state operator MariMed.'s (OTCQX:MRMD) (CSE:MRMD) board of directors tapped Edward Gildea to serve as their chairman and Jon Levine as CEO in March. Levine, the company’s co-founder and president, ...