Leadership – MJ Shareholders https://mjshareholders.com The Ultimate Marijuana Business Directory Mon, 14 Aug 2023 17:22:27 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 Ispire Technology Inc. Announces Key Leadership Appointments https://mjshareholders.com/ispire-technology-inc-announces-key-leadership-appointments/ Mon, 14 Aug 2023 17:22:27 +0000 https://cannabisfn.com/?p=2973977

Ryan Allway

August 14th, 2023

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LOS ANGELESAug. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Ispire Technology Inc. (“Ispire” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: ISPR), a leader in vapor technology, providing high-quality, innovative products with first-class performance, announced today the appointment of Michael Wang as its Co-Chief Executive Officer.  Mr. Wang previously served as Chief Financial Officer. Concurrently, Daniel J. Machock was appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer.

Mr. Wang has assumed the role of Co-Chief Executive Officer alongside Tuanfang Liu, as Co-Chief Executive Officer. This strengthened leadership structure is designed to refine Ispire’s strategic direction and spearhead the Company’s future growth. Ispire’s decision to elevate Mr. Wang stems from his record in strategic and financial leadership.

Mr. Wang expressed, “Having been deeply involved with Ispire’s progress, I look forward to partnering with Tuanfang to further the Company’s growth and expansion. Together, we share a mutual vision of global development and pioneering innovation within the Company.”

Ispire is pleased to introduce Mr. Machock as its Chief Financial Officer. With extensive 25-year experience in financial strategy, notably from his tenures at Appetize Technologies, Inc., Chrome River Technologies, Inc., and other leading firms, Mr. Machock’s appointment is set to bolster Ispire’s financial footing.

On his appointment, Mr. Machock commented, “I am honored to take on the role of CFO at Ispire. Eager to harness my financial expertise, I deeply value the Company’s unwavering dedication to innovation in the cannabis vaping arena and am committed to contributing to its continued success.”

Ispire expects that the strategic leadership transitions will amplify its commitment to promote growth, operational excellence, technological advancement, and the enhancement of shareholder value.

About Ispire Technology Inc.

Ispire is engaged in the R&D, design, commercialization, sales, marketing and distribution of branded e-cigarettes and cannabis vaping products. The Company has or licenses from a related party more than 200 invention/design patents received or filed globally. Ispire’s tobacco products are marketed under the Aspire brand name and are sold worldwide (except in the United States, PRC and Russia) primarily through its distribution network. Ispire’s cannabis products are marketed under the Ispire brand name primarily on an original design manufacturer (ODM) basis to other cannabis vapor companies. Ispire currently sells its cannabis vaping hardware only in the United States, and it recently commenced marketing activities in Canada and Europe, primarily in the European Union.

Please visit www.ispiretechnology.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Linkedin, Pinterest, and YouTube. Any information contained on, or that can be accessed through, the Company’s website, any other website or any social media, is not a part of this press release.

Forward Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, that are intended to be covered by the safe harbor created by those sections. Forward-looking statements, which are based on certain assumptions and describe the company’s future plans, strategies and expectations, can generally be identified by the use of forward-looking terms such as “believe,” “expect,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “would,” “could,” “seek,” “intend,” “plan,” “goal,” “project,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “strategy,” “future,” “likely” or other comparable terms, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. All statements other than statements of historical facts included in this press release regarding the company’s strategies, prospects, financial condition, operations, costs, plans and objectives are forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause the Company’s actual results and financial condition to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, risks and uncertainties including those regarding: the Company’s business strategies, the ability of the Company to market to the Ispire ONE, Ispire ONE’s success if meeting its goals, the ability of its customers to derive the anticipated benefits of the Ispire ONE and the success of their products on the markets; the Ispire ONE proving to be safe, and the risk and uncertainties described in “Risk Factors,” “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations,” “Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” and the additional risk described in Ispire’s registration statement on Form S-1, which was filed with the SEC on August 11, 2023 and in “Management’s Discussion of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in the Company’s Form 10-Q quarterly report for the quarter and nine months ended March 31, 2023. You should not rely upon forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. The forward-looking statements made in the press release relate only to events or information as of the date on which the statements are made in the press release. We undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, after the date on which the statements are made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events except as required by law. You should read this press release with the understanding that our actual future results may be materially different from what we expect.

Investor Relations Contact:
Sherry Zheng
718.213.7386
ir@ispiretechnology.com

This article was published by CFN Enterprises Inc. (OTCQB: CNFN), owner and operator of CFN Media, the industry’s leading agency and digital financial media network dedicated to the burgeoning CBD and legal cannabis industries. Call +1 (833) 420-CNFN for more information.

About Ryan Allway

Mr. Allway has over a decade of experience in the financial markets as both a private investor and financial journalist. He has been actively involved in the cannabis industry since its inception, covering public and private companies.


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Vlad Valme Promoted to Sales Director at Thompson Duke Industrial https://mjshareholders.com/vlad-valme-promoted-to-sales-director-at-thompson-duke-industrial/ Wed, 21 Sep 2022 15:39:00 +0000 https://www.cannabisfn.com/?p=2963293 Leading cannabis equipment manufacturer expands leadership team as a result of ongoing growth

PORTLAND, Ore. — September 21, 2022 — Thompson Duke Industrial, the leader in cannabis oil vaporizer device filling and capping equipment, today announced the promotion of Vlad Valme to Sales Director. In his new role, Valme will lead all sales operations for Thompson Duke’s line of patented cannabis oil vaporizer device filling machines, as well as mouthpiece fastening equipment, expanding opportunities for both the company and its clients.

“Vlad is a recognized expert in the cannabis vaporizer sector and has been instrumental to our company growth as we expand to continue meeting our clients’ needs for efficiency and automation as cannabis consumer demand increases around the globe,” said M. Hogan, Managing Director of Thompson Duke Industrial. “His depth of experience in the cannabis industry and natural ability to cultivate strong relationships allows him to understand the business objectives and needs of each of our clients and partners.”

As Sales Director, Valme will develop and execute strategic plans to build and maintain long-lasting relationships with Thompson Duke’s vaporizer device fulfillment operation clients. He will lead the Thompson Duke sales department, motivating employees to assist the company’s clients toward their future growth. Valme was promoted to the Sales Director role from his previous position as Southern California Operations Manager, where he also managed the Thompson Duke Industrial Alliance Partner Program. Valme will continue to oversee this program and manage Alliance Partner relationships in his new role.

Valme has been a part of the cannabis industry since 2014, working in business development for companies like Convectium, A&A Global Imports and Greenlane before landing at Thompson Duke Industrial in 2019. He has a successful history in the cannabis vape industry in sales, product development, sourcing and management.

Thompson Duke’s line of certified filling and capping machinery drives success by increasing accuracy, consistency, efficiency and overall throughput for vaporizer device fulfillment operations. To learn more, visit ThompsonDukeIndustrial.com.

About Thompson Duke Industrial, LLC

Thompson Duke Industrial, LLC is an original equipment manufacturer, a member of the National Cannabis Industry Association and a wholly owned subsidiary of Portland Engineering, Inc. The company’s Portland, Oregon operation designs, manufactures and distributes a line of patented, cETLus Certified and GMP-ready filling machines specifically designed for filling cannabis oil vaporizer devices, along with mouthpiece fastening machines and process performance and reporting data systems. With over 2,000 machines deployed in the cannabis industry, Thompson Duke Industrial is the leader in cannabis oil vaporizer device filling and capping equipment. The complete line of filling and capping machinery enables cannabis processors to be more successful by increasing accuracy, consistency, efficiency and overall throughput of vaporizer device fulfillment operations. https://thompsondukeindustrial.com

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Grown Rogue Announces Leadership Changes https://mjshareholders.com/grown-rogue-announces-leadership-changes/ Fri, 20 May 2022 17:08:17 +0000 https://www.cannabisfn.com/?p=2948567

Ryan Allway

May 20th, 2022

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MEDFORD, Ore., May 20, 2022–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Grown Rogue International Inc. (“Grown Rogue” or the “Company“) (CSE: GRIN) (OTC: GRUSF), a multi-state cannabis company with operations and assets in Oregon and Michigan, today announced the retirement of Tom Fortner as Chief Operating Officer. After completing the one-year contract, Mr. Fortner will be leaving the company to focus on his passion for sailing, including a transatlantic trip. This departure is expected to reduce company corporate expenses by over 10%.

“Tom came out of retirement to help us streamline our operations by creating efficiencies, disciplines and standardization across our approximately 200,000 square feet of cultivation in Oregon and Michigan,” said Obie Strickler, Chief Executive Officer. “I want to thank Tom for all of his efforts over the past year and wish him well as he goes back to his love of sailing full time.”

In addition, Adam August has transitioned from Chief Financial Officer of a major GRIN subsidiary to Senior Vice President of the Company. “Adam has been an amazing partner and advisor since we went public in 2018,” continued Mr. Strickler. “His passion, expertise in financial planning, and corporate strategy has allowed the Company to flourish into the business we are now operating.”

About Grown Rogue

Grown Rogue International (CSE: GRIN | OTC: GRUSF) is a vertically-integrated, multi-state Cannabis family of brands on a mission to inspire consumers to “enhance experiences” through cannabis. We have combined an expert management team, award winning grow team, state of the art indoor and outdoor manufacturing facilities, and consumer insight based product categorization, to create innovative products thoughtfully curated from “seed to experience.” The Grown Rogue family of products include sungrown and indoor premium flower, along with nitro sealed indoor and sungrown pre-rolls and jars.

DISCLAIMER

The Company is indirectly involved in the manufacture, possession, use, sale and distribution of cannabis in the recreational cannabis marketplace in the United States through its indirect operating subsidiaries. Local state laws where its subsidiaries operate permit such activities however, these activities are currently illegal under United States federal law. Additional information regarding this and other risks and uncertainties relating to the Company’s business are disclosed in the Company’s Listing Statement filed on its issuer profile on SEDAR at www.sedar.com. Should one or more of these risks, uncertainties or other factors materialize, or should assumptions underlying the forward-looking information or forward-looking statements prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described herein as intended, planned, anticipated, believed, estimated or expected.

No stock exchange, securities commission or other regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein.

For further information on Grown Rogue International please visit www.grownrogue.com.

View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220520005409/en/

Contacts

Obie Strickler
Chief Executive Officer
[email protected]

Investor Relations Desk Inquiries
[email protected]
(458) 226-2100

This article was published by CFN Enterprises Inc. (OTCQB: CNFN), owner and operator of CFN Media, the industry’s leading agency and digital financial media network dedicated to the burgeoning CBD and legal cannabis industries. Call +1 (833) 420-CNFN for more information.

About Ryan Allway

Mr. Allway has over a decade of experience in the financial markets as both a private investor and financial journalist. He has been actively involved in the cannabis industry since its inception, covering public and private companies.


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CWCBExpo New York Conference Provides Framework for Cannabis Business Success https://mjshareholders.com/cwcbexpo-new-york-conference-provides-framework-for-cannabis-business-success/ Mon, 11 Oct 2021 14:25:03 +0000 https://www.cannabisfn.com/?p=2935493

Ryan Allway

October 11th, 2021


Leading East Coast Event, Nov. 4-6, Offers Best in Class Insider Information and Thought Leadership Series

(Paramus, NJ, October 2021)—New York, and the tri-state area, is primed to become a business epicenter for the legalized cannabis and hemp industry, and the CWCBExpo (Cannabis World Congress & Business Exposition), November 4-6 at the Javits Convention Center, in New York City, offers an in-depth educational program on this multi-faceted and complex industry.

Hosted by Geoff Whaling, Chair of the National Hemp Association and Matthew Anderson, Founder & CEO of Vanguard Scientific, “Inside the Industry: Thought Leadership Series,” will be an interactive “Talk Show” format and feature some of the most influential and informed minds in the cannabis and hemp industry. They will share their unique insight and provide actionable information and guidance on how to navigate and succeed in this dynamic industry. This forward-thinking format will take a deep dive into the state of the industry today on day one, discuss its challenges and provide solutions on day two, and project what’s next for this burgeoning industry on day three.

“There will be, yet again, a number of firsts at CWCBExpo,” said Geoff Whaling. “The new interactive format combined with many new faces, will provide attendees with a fresh inside expert look at our industry and its growing potential.”

The latest on New York State’s, and surrounding states’, adult use legalization as well as relevant content and informational panels on cultivation, licensing, social equity, environmental issues, raising capital, Marijuana Recreational Taxation Act (MRTA), marketing/branding, and more will be part of the Thought Leadership Series.

“The cannabis and hemp industries are developing their own unique and separate subsectors. As each of these open for business, they too will face their own maturing processes that will yield some of the most crucial global advancements we will see in the coming years. This engaging Conference Series format will allow for collaborative discussion and proactive advancement of some of the most challenging as well as important areas of growth,” added Matthew Anderson.

As hosts of the 3-day Thought Leadership Series at CWCBExpo, Whaling and Anderson will kick-off each day by setting the stage with the day’s agenda and recapping what was discussed the previous day and providing essential takeaways.

Cowen’s Gerald Pascarelli, CFA, Vice President, Consumer-Beverages, Cannabis & Tobacco, will deliver an industry update for cannabis and hemp that includes analysis of consumption, purchasing habits, marketing spend, as well as demographic and social data in the USA and across the globe on November 4th to kick off the CWCBExpo Conference Program.  There will also be a Keynote: In Conversation with social entrepreneurs and New York cannabis legalization advocates, Christopher “CJ” Wallace and Willie Mack, Co-Founders of Think BIG & Frank White.

Another Keynote Panel will take place on Nov. 6th  featuring Faye Coleman of Pure Genesis and Calvin Frye of Cloneville Compassionate Caregivers, both Multi-State Operators, sharing their coast-to-coast perspectives and experiences as entrepreneurs. The CWCBExpo Conference Program is sponsored by Vincente Sederberg, LLP.

CWCBExpo New York will also have a dynamic expo floor on the expansive third level of the Javits Center (Hall 3A). The most innovative product, service and technology companies will showcase their solutions for the entire cannabis ecosystem.

Active outreach and collaboration with community organizations, non-profits and cultural events in the New York and tri-state region is underway to create the most engaging CWCBExpo Cannabis Week for all stakeholders in the growing East Coast market.

To register and secure the best pre-show pricing go to:
https://cwcbexpo.com/registration_ny.  For more information on limited prime exhibit space and sponsorship opportunities, email: [email protected] or call 201-580-2050.

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About Cannabis World Congress & Business Exposition (CWCBExpo)

CWCBExpo is a business-to-business trade show event for the legalized cannabis and hemp industry. It is held in the largest business, financial, and media markets. It is the leading forum for dispensary owners, growers, suppliers, investors, medical professionals, government regulators, legal counsel, and entrepreneurs looking to achieve business success and identify new areas of growth in this dynamic and fast-growing industry. Visit: www.cwcbexpo.com.

Editor’s Note:  Qualified members of the media are invited to register as press for CWCBExpo New York, email: [email protected]

This article was published by CFN Enterprises Inc. (OTCQB: CNFN), owner and operator of CFN Media, the industry’s leading agency and digital financial media network dedicated to the burgeoning CBD and legal cannabis industries. Call +1 (833) 420-CNFN for more information.

About Ryan Allway

Mr. Allway has over a decade of experience in the financial markets as both a private investor and financial journalist. He has been actively involved in the cannabis industry since its inception, covering public and private companies.


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