CALGARY,
AB, Jan. 23, 2024 /CNW/ - High Tide Inc.
("High Tide" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: HITI) (TSXV:
HITI) (FSE: 2LYA), the high-impact, retail-forward enterprise built
to deliver real-world value across every component of cannabis, is
pleased to announce that its Founder and CEO, Raj Grover, has made
Grow Up's 2024 Top 50 Cannabis Leaders in Canada list. The list, which was hand selected
by Grow Up's industry advisory committee, recognizes influential
leaders in the cannabis industry who are trailblazers in the
growth, development and innovation of the cannabis industry, and
celebrates their relentless, courageous, and innovative dedication
to elevate the industry. The full list is available at Grow
Up Top 50.
"I am honoured to be included in this list. This would not have
been possible without the continuous hard work and dedication of
the High Tide team. Our innovative mindset has resulted in our
ability to achieve significant milestones in the five years since
Canadian legalisation, despite broader industry challenges that
have seen some of our peers fall by the wayside. Our success is
also due to the loyalty and commitment of our customers, that
continue to support our business in Canada and internationally," said Raj Grover,
Founder and Chief Executive Officer of High Tide.
"I also want to congratulate all the other industry trailblazers
recognized on this list who are all leaders helping to shape and
grow our industry. As we look to solidify our strength in
Canada, while exploring emerging
markets in 2024, I know that our industry leading team will
continue delivering results for our customers and shareholders
alike," added Mr. Grover.
ABOUT RAJ GROVER
Raj Grover is one of Canada's
foremost business strategists and deal-makers who founded High Tide
and its subsidiaries, Valiant Distribution, Canna Cabana, and also
co-founded Famous Brandz. Under his leadership, High Tide has grown
from a small shop of 2 employees into Canada's largest non-franchised cannabis
retailer with over 160 locations and 1,500 team members globally.
Raj has also expanded High Tide's online reach in the ancillary
cannabis space across North
America and Europe. He is
committed to giving back to the global community and has
spearheaded High Tide's support of World Vision, sponsoring over
300 children across 101 communities in 33 countries.
ABOUT HIGH TIDE
High Tide, Inc. is the leading community-grown, retail-forward
cannabis enterprise engineered to unleash the full value of the
world's most powerful plant. High Tide (HITI) is uniquely-built
around the cannabis consumer, with wholly-diversified and
fully-integrated operations across all components of cannabis,
including:
Bricks & Mortar Retail: Canna Cabana™ is the largest
non-franchised cannabis retail chain in Canada, with 162 current locations
spanning British Columbia,
Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Ontario and growing. In 2021, Canna Cabana
became the first cannabis discount club retailer in North America.
Retail Innovation: Fastendr™ is a unique and fully
automated technology that integrates retail kiosks and smart
lockers to facilitate a better buying experience through browsing,
ordering and pickup.
E-commerce Platforms: High Tide operates a suite of
leading accessory sites across the world, including Grasscity.com,
Smokecartel.com, Dailyhighclub.com, and Dankstop.com.
CBD: High Tide continues to cultivate the possibilities
of consumer CBD through Nuleafnaturals.com, FABCBD.com,
blessedcbd.de and blessedcbd.co.uk.
Wholesale Distribution: High Tide keeps that cannabis
category stocked with wholesale solutions via Valiant™.
Licensing: High Tide continues to push cannabis culture
forward through fresh partnerships and license agreements under the
Famous Brandz™ name.
High Tide consistently moves ahead of the currents, having been
named one of Canada's Top Growing
Companies in 2021, 2022 and 2023 by the Globe and Mail's Report on
Business Magazine and was ranked number one in the retail category
on the Financial Times list of Americas' Fastest Growing Companies
for 2023. To discover the full impact of High Tide, visit
www.hightideinc.com. For investment performance, don't miss the
High Tide profile pages on SEDAR+ and EDGAR.
ABOUT GROW UP
Since its inception in 2017, Grow Up Conference & Expo has
become a benchmark event in the Canadian cannabis industry, known
for its high-profile speakers, diverse programming, and commitment
to bringing together forward-thinkers and experts. For more
information, visit Grow Up Conference & Expo.
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