“We’re at a critical juncture, and now is the time for AVD and other leaders in the space to lead the way on developing safety and quality standards that will be reflected in future regulations,” said Douglas Fischer, general counsel of AVD

What You Need to Know

  • Advanced Vapor Devices hired Douglas Fischer as its first general counsel
  • Fischer has deep industry experience, including a stint as chief legal officer for the National Association of Cannabis Businesses.

Advanced Vapor Devices hired cannabis industry fixture Douglas Fischer to help guide the vaping device-maker through the complex cannabis regulatory landscape as its first general counsel.

Founded in 2018, Seattle-based AVD makes batteries and vape cartridges designed for heating cannabis oils using its proprietary “no burn” technology. It supplies major cannabis brands like Monster Xtracts, Blue River and MediPharm Labs, according to its website.

Source: https://www.law.com/corpcounsel/2023/03/21/vape-maker-avd-adds-general-counsel-with-deep-regulatory-experience/?slreturn=20231006151338