About Andrew Freedman
Andrew Freedman is widely known as the nation's first state "marijuana czar," having served as Colorado's first Director of Marijuana Coordination under Governor Hickenlooper from 2014 to 2017. He developed and implemented the country's first legal recreational cannabis program.
He co-founded Freedman & Koski LLC, which advises state and local governments on cannabis legalization implementation. The firm does not accept licensees as clients to maintain independence.
Notable Credentials
- J.D., Harvard Law School
- Colorado's first Director of Marijuana Coordination (2014-2017)
- Co-Founder, Freedman & Koski LLC
- Partner, Forbes Tate Partners (cannabis practice)
- Advised multiple U.S. states and countries on cannabis regulation
Speaking History
Has appeared at:
MJBizCon 2019
Quick Info
Role
Co-Founder, Freedman & Koski Inc
Topic Area
Law & Policy
Location
CO, US
Type
Speaker