CAN (ON): Canopy Growth CFO joins Canopy Rivers board of directors

Canopy Rivers has added Canopy Growth Corporation Chief Financial Officer Mike Lee to its Board of Directors. "Mr. Lee joins a Board that already has executives drawn from multiple industries, a wealth of strategic industry know-how, and significant public company governance experience," the team with the company explains. "The Company expects that Mr. Lee's experience at Canopy Growth, Constellation Brands, and other leading consumer packaged goods and beverage companies will help strengthen its strategic execution as it continues to focus on developing a leading global cannabis portfolio.

"Mike's addition to our Board is another sign of our strong and growing relationship with Canopy Growth and Constellation Brands," said John Bell, Chair of Canopy Rivers' Board. "We expect that this will benefit both of our companies, as well as our portfolio companies, as we exchange industry insights and further leverage the guidance and expertise of the largest cannabis company in the world."

"I'm very pleased to join the Canopy Rivers Board as they continue building a diverse portfolio of cannabis investments. As we at Canopy Growth increase our focus on core markets and core products, there is a renewed need for an aggressive venture arm focused on identifying the next big opportunities in the global cannabis industry," said Mr. Lee.