Mr. Anand has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the global pharmaceutical and cannabis industries. He is a public speaker and is regularly engaged with Canadian and international media on all subjects related to the cannabis industry, including policy, regulations, business management, and industry innovation.

Mr. Anand holds a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) and Management from Vancouver Island University. He is a recognized thought leader, subject matter expert, and social media influencer within the cannabis and pharmaceutical sectors. He brings 15 years of leadership experience spanning health, charitable/non-profit, and private sectors across North America, Europe, and Asia.

With over 10 years of experience in the cannabis industry, Mr. Anand has collaborated with senior government officials, politicians, policymakers, health professional organizations, clinical practitioners, educators, investors, patients, and licensed producers. He has also served on the boards of various pharmaceutical and cannabis associations in Canada, the United States, and Europe.

Currently, Mr. Anand serves on a variety of boards within the international cannabis space, including not-for-profit organizations, advocacy groups, and patient-driven initiatives. In addition, he consults for some of the largest cannabis licensed producers globally, providing strategic guidance on compliance, policy, strategic market entry, expansion and business growth. His extensive expertise makes him a sought-after advisor and strategist in the rapidly evolving cannabis industry.

Prominent positions, Mr. Anand has previously held in the Cannabis industry include:

• Founder & C.E.O of Materia Ventures, Canada, Germany, United Kingdom, and Malta.

• Independent Director – Board of Directors of The Valens Company (NASDAQ: VLNS), Canada.

• Vice President of Business Development and Government Relations at Deloitte, Canada.

• Vice President for HEXO Cannabis (A Health Canada License Holder), Canada and Malta.