Aphria Appoints Head of Investor Relations
Mandate will focus on increasing ownership amongst institutional investors
LEAMINGTON, ON, Sept. 21, 2018 /CNW/ - Aphria Inc. ("Aphria" or the "Company") (TSX: APH and US OTC: APHQF) today announced that it has appointed John Sadler as the Company's Vice President of Investor Relations effective September 15, 2018.
Mr. Sadler brings more than 25 years of capital markets expertise to his new role at Aphria where he will be responsible for managing all of the Company's interactions with its institutional and retail equity investors as well as the sell-side analysts who publish research on the Company.
Prior to joining Aphria, Mr. Sadler served in similar roles with a wide range of growth-oriented TSX and NYSE-listed companies including Newcourt Credit Group, Element Fleet Management and ECN Capital Corporation. This expertise will be invaluable as the Company seeks to expand its shareholder base amongst domestic and international institutional investors looking to build long-term equity positions in a global leader in the cannabis sector.
"Vic and I are delighted to have John on board the Aphria team and we look forward to engaging his expertise as Aphria enters the next stage of our growth," said Carl Merton, Chief Financial Officer of Aphria.
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About Aphria
Aphria is a leading global cannabis company driven by an unrelenting commitment to our people, product quality and innovation. Headquartered in Leamington, Ontario ? the greenhouse capital of Canada ? Aphria has been setting the standard for the low-cost production of safe, clean and pure pharmaceutical-grade cannabis at scale, grown in the most natural conditions possible. Focusing on untapped opportunities and backed by the latest technologies, Aphria is committed to bringing breakthrough innovation to the global cannabis market. The Company's portfolio of brands is grounded in expertly-researched consumer insights designed to meet the needs of every consumer segment. Rooted in our founders' multi-generational expertise in commercial agriculture, Aphria drives sustainable long-term shareholder value through a diversified approach to innovation, strategic partnerships and global expansion, with a presence in more than 10 countries across 5 continents.
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