Sharon Bentley is the Founder and Managing Director of Medical Cannabis Australia (MCA), a privately-owned company licensed to cultivate, manufacture, research, import, export, and distribute medicinal cannabis. Based in Sydney, Sharon brings over 26 years of entrepreneurial experience and is recognised for her leadership, integrity, and commitment to quality and patient outcomes.

Under Sharon’s direction, MCA has built a trusted national footprint in the Australian medicinal cannabis market, with a strong focus on prescriber education, regulatory compliance, and transparent partnerships. MCA is currently launching new initiatives to support access, affordability, and innovation in cannabinoid medicines.

Sharon is a passionate advocate for a responsible and sustainable cannabis industry in Australia. She regularly collaborates with healthcare professionals, regulators, and advocacy groups to address access barriers and support evidence-based policy reform.