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Cresco Labs Announces Board Director Sidney Dillard’s Resignation

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Cresco Labs (OTCQX:CRLBF) announced the immediate resignation of board director Sidney Dillard, who is joining a national health insurance provider to avoid regulatory conflicts. CEO Charles Bachtell expressed disappointment over her departure but acknowledged her contributions and emphasized the company's commitment to maintaining diverse leadership. Dillard expressed gratitude for her time at Cresco and shared optimism for the company's future. Cresco Labs is a leading U.S. cannabis wholesaler, known for its diverse array of trusted brands and initiatives focused on social equity within the industry.

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  • Loss of Sidney Dillard may impact continuity and leadership experience.

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Cresco Labs (CSE:CL) (OTCQX:CRLBF) (“Cresco” or “the Company”), a vertically integrated multistate operator and the No. 1 U.S. wholesaler of branded cannabis products, today announced that board director Sidney Dillard has tendered her resignation. Ms. Dillard has accepted a board position at a large national health insurance provider and is resigning from her Cresco Lab’s board position to avoid any potential regulatory conflicts.

“We are disappointed to see Sidney go, but we wish her the best in her new endeavor. I know she will be the same trusted advisor, independent voice, and driver of evolution in her new role,” said Charles Bachtell, Cresco Labs CEO and Co-founder. “Sidney’s depth of experience and professionalism has set the bar high, and we will ensure that our board continues to have industry leading diversity of experience and knowledge.”

Ms. Sidney Dillard added, “I’d like to thank Cresco for the wonderful experience of working with an incredible team and a true industry leader focused on developing a diverse, responsible, respectable, and robust cannabis industry. I’m confident they will have continued success, and I look forward to watching from the sideline as they achieve their goals and mission. Unfortunately, today’s federal legal structure can force experienced professionals needed to shape the future of this industry to make difficult choices – I am hopeful that this will be addressed in the near future.”

Dillard’s resignation is effective immediately.

About Cresco Labs Inc.

Cresco Labs is one of the largest vertically integrated multistate cannabis operators in the United States, with a mission to normalize and professionalize the cannabis industry. Employing a consumer-packaged goods (“CPG”) approach, Cresco Labs is the largest wholesaler of branded cannabis products in the U.S. Its brands are designed to meet the needs of all consumer segments and comprised of some of the most recognized and trusted national brands including Cresco, High Supply, Mindy's Edibles, Good News, Remedi, Wonder Wellness Co. and FloraCal Farms. Sunnyside, Cresco Labs’ national dispensary brand, is a wellness-focused retailer created to build trust, education and convenience for both existing and new cannabis consumers. Recognizing that the cannabis industry is poised to become one of the leading job creators in the country, Cresco Labs operates the industry’s largest Social Equity and Educational Development initiative, SEED, which was established to ensure that all members of society have the skills, knowledge and opportunity to work and own businesses in the cannabis industry. Learn more about Cresco Labs at www.crescolabs.com.

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FAQ

What was the reason for Sidney Dillard's resignation from Cresco Labs?

Sidney Dillard resigned to accept a position at a national health insurance provider and to avoid potential regulatory conflicts.

What impact might Sidney Dillard's departure have on Cresco Labs?

Dillard's departure could affect continuity and leadership experience within Cresco Labs' board.

When did Sidney Dillard's resignation from Cresco Labs take effect?

Sidney Dillard's resignation was effective immediately upon announcement.

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