Whitmer appoints temporary executive director to marijuana agency

Brian Hanna

Governor Gretchen Whitmer recently appointed Brian Hanna to oversee the state’s Cannabis Regulatory Agency, an agency created three years ago and tasked with overseeing Michigan’s legalized medical and recreational marijuana markets.

Hanna worked at the agency as manager of field operations, investigations, and inspections for four and a half years. He became the acting executive director for the CRA following executive director Andrew Brisbo’s last day Friday, September 16.

In announcing Hanna’s appointment, Whitmer said the state agency has been, “at the forefront of the nation’s hemp and marijuana industry, setting the standard for stimulating business growth and preserving secure consumer access to cannabis.

“I am confident Brian will serve as an excellent leader as the CRA continues establishing Michigan as the national model for cannabis regulations,” said Whitmer in a formal statement.