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Who Are We
Our mission is to help Arizona’s cannabis industry businesses stay informed, network and thrive. We work directly with policy makers to ensure that Arizona’s program is fair, tightly regulated and successful.
The Faces Behind our Success
Founder of MITA
Demitri Downing is a former prosecutor and industry registered lobbyist who is part of the original vanguard of Arizona medical marijuana industry leaders. With a strong understanding of both policy and operations on a local and international level Downing was instrumental in drafting Prop 205, Arizona’s 2016 legalization bill and currently serves as an advisor to the 2020 Arizona recreational initiative committee.
Director of Strategic Partnerships
Danielle Sedgwick has over 17 years of experience in marketing, brand strategy, events production, and sales for B2B and B2C corporations, she currently serves as the Director of Strategic Partnerships for the Marijuana Industry Trade Association of Arizona. Danielle is also the co-founder of the nonprofit organization Leaf for Life Foundation, which helps veteran families dealing with PTSD and mental health.
Executive Assistant & Social Media Manager
Born and raised in Chandler, Arizona, Destinee Nicole graduated with high grades from Hamilton High School, a focus in education, art and photography. Growing up as a young child with osteoarthritis, Destinee found that medical marijuana has had a huge change to her daily lifestyle these past years. Coming from the hospitality industry, also experienced and self-motivated in multiple industries, skilled in photography, customer service, strategic planning, communication, and customer satisfaction, Destinee always envisioned running her own business or little local shop in Arizona and “not a front desk. “
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Editorial by: Tim Sultan Arizona’s medical marijuana community won a big victory at City Hall this month. The Phoenix Mayor’s proposed 17% tax hike on medical marijuana was
By Marten Niner C.P.C. Travel to most any medical marijuana dispensary in the State of Arizona and you will meet people who thrive on being
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