Overhaul in the Works for New York’s Cannabis Industry Amid Troubled Rollout

New York's legal cannabis industry is set for a major overhaul as Chris Alexander, the Executive Director of the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM), announces his departure amidst a tumultuous rollout. A recent state task force report highlights severe shortcomings under Alexander's leadership, including inexperienced management, inconsistent policies, and a lack of transparency, all contributing to a significant licensing backlog.

The head of New York's legal cannabis industry is on his way out as a new report shows a slew of problems under his watch. . .