TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--FSD Pharma Inc. (CSE: HUGE) (OTCQB: FSDDF) (FRA: 0K9) (“FSD” or the “Company”), a licensed producer under the Cannabis Act, today announced that Sara May, Ph.D., has been appointed President of FV Pharma (“FV”), a wholly owned subsidiary of FSD Pharma, effective immediately. Dr. May replaces Thomas Fairfull, former President of FV Pharma, as Mr. Fairfull transitions out of the company.

Currently responsible for quality assurance at FV Pharma, Dr. May has over ten years of experience designing, implementing and managing large-scale research projects in the field, laboratory and greenhouse settings. Additionally, Dr. May has held numerous leadership positions within the medical cannabis industry where she oversaw project operations and implementation of quality control and quality assurance measures and standard operating procedures. Dr. May has accumulated expertise in National, International, Provincial and Regional Legislative Acts and Regulations.

“We are excited to elevate Dr. May’s current position to President of FV Pharma. Her significant experience managing cannabis operations has already proven a great addition to the company,” said FSD Pharma Executive Co-Chairman and CEO Dr. Raza Bokhari. “Her robust expertise has been remarkable and will support efficient advancement of the strategic objectives of FV and FSD Pharma.”

Additionally, FSD Pharma announced today that following the termination of FSD Pharma’s joint venture with Auxly Cannabis Group, Vladimir Klacar, Auxly nominated Director, has resigned from the Board of Directors at the request of the Company.

About FSD Pharma

FSD Pharma is focused on the development of the highest quality indoor grown, pharmaceutical grade cannabis and on the research and development of novel cannabinoid-based treatments for several central nervous system disorders, including chronic pain, fibromyalgia and irritable bowel syndrome. The Company has 25,000 square feet available for production at its Ontario facility with an additional 220,000 square feet currently in development (with an estimated cost of $250 per square foot to be completed in 2019).

FSD facilities sit on 70 acres of land with 40 acres primed for development and an expansion capability of up to 3,896,000 square feet.

FSD's wholly-owned subsidiary, FV Pharma, is a licensed producer under the Cannabis Act and Regulations, having received its cultivation license on October 13, 2017. FV Pharma’s vision is to transform its current headquarters in a Kraft plant in Cobourg, Ontario into the largest hydroponic indoor grow facility in the world. FV Pharma intends to cover all aspects of this exciting new industry, including cultivation, legal, processing, manufacturing, extracts and research and development.

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