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Maryland’s Cannabis Chief To Resign Amidst Record-Breaking $1.1B Cannabis Sales
Maryland transitioned to an adult-use cannabis market a little over a year ago. Led by the state’s Cannabis Administration Director, Will Tilburg, the transition resulted in the state’s legal cannabis sales surpassing $1.1 billion in the first year following legalization.
In August, Maryland Matters reported that Tilburg, who has spent six years working on the state’s cannabis policy, announced his decision to step down from his role on Dec.4, 2024.
“What was really important for me was working with the administration so that this is a smooth transition,” Tilburg said. “I want to make sure that this transition is right. I’ll figure out me after that.”
Industry stakeholders praised Tilburg’s dedication to getting the job done.
“He did the work. That’s what I think earned him the respect,” Jake Van Wingerden, owner of Cecil County-based SunMed Growers and chair of the board of the Maryland Wholesale Cannabis Trade Association, said. “He knew his regulations and his program inside and out. He listened to feedback.”
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