Renowned as a pioneer and early mover in the cannabis industry, Michael Abbott (Co-CIO) has played a pivotal role in establishing one of the largest and most successful cannabis MSOs in the United States. His remarkable journey spans across decades, marked by exceptional achievements and significant contributions to the finance sector.

With an extensive career in finance, Michael has managed teams overseeing billions of dollars in client funds, showcasing his expertise in investments and financial strategy. His profound understanding of the regulatory, operational, and competitive landscape within the cannabis industry in the United States demonstrates his depth of knowledge and insight.

In addition to his accomplishments in the cannabis sector, Michael Abbott holds influential positions as a Board Director on two public companies, one listed on the CBOE Canada and another on the Nasdaq in the US. He also serves on the boards of several privately held healthcare companies, all within the healthcare space. His role extends to crucial committees, including the Nomination & Governance Committees of both public companies and the Audit Committee of the Nasdaq listed company.

Michael’s professional journey commenced in 1983 as a London police officer, where he represented the United Kingdom as a marksman with the British national team, earning the prestigious title of British Police Champion Marksman in 1986. His career trajectory led him to esteemed institutions such as Swiss Bank Corporation and Goldman Sachs, where he held significant roles in Equity Capital Markets and Convertible Trading and Sales Department, respectively. Michael’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to co-found the foreign exchange trading hedge fund, Elysium Capital, and subsequently, he assumed the position of Chief Executive Officer and head of the investment committee of Robeco Sage, a multibillion-dollar fund of hedge funds. In 2010, he was appointed Chief Investment Officer of the Cornell University endowment, further solidifying his reputation as a leading expert in the financial industry. Later, in 2012, he became a Managing Director at the Raptor Group, a distinguished single-family office based out of Boston and New York City.

Michael Abbott is an alumnus of King’s College London’s School of Law, graduating in 1990 with a Bachelor of Laws degree. His dedication to academia is evident through his role on the Advisory Council of King’s College London Business School, where he continues to shape the future of business education.

With his unparalleled expertise, diverse experiences, and deep industry connections, Michael Abbott stands as a prominent figure in both the cannabis and healthcare.