KIRKLAND, Wash.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–POSaBIT Systems Corporation (CSE: PBIT, OTC: POSAF) (“POSSIBLE” or “Company”), the premier cannabis payment and sales platform, is proud to appoint Chris Baker to the company’s newly created role of Chief Strategic Officer.
“Chris’ extensive experience leading strategic initiatives and teams is a great fit. We couldn’t be more excited to welcome him to the POSaBIT team,” said Ryan Hamlin, CEO/co-founder of the company. “I have no doubt that Chris will provide tremendous strategic support and insight as our organization continues to expand.”
“POSaBIT is a fantastic opportunity,” commented Baker. “The company’s year-over-year growth has been incredible and I am impressed with the strong market fit of their products. I am thrilled to join the team and continue to expand the company’s footprint throughout North America.”
Chris is passionate about the power of technology, and has over 20 years of leadership in the industry. In previous roles, he has led award-winning, multidisciplinary teams spanning 4 continents for global corporate clients. In his role as Chief Strategy Officer at the company, he will lead strategy with the POSaBIT team, collaborating across the business to keep the company ahead in a rapidly changing business environment. His career began at IBM Global Services, where he focused on delivering projects and programs across technology service delivery. Most recently, he served as VP of Technology and Innovation at Genius Avenue, an Insuretech/Fintech startup.
In connection with his appointment, the company has granted 1,000,000 share options (“Alternatives”) to Chris Baker pursuant to the terms of the Company’s Stock Option Plan (“Plan“). The options are exercisable into common shares of the company at an exercise price of $1.10 CDN per share over the next 10 years, vesting over 4 years, all in accordance with the plan and the policies of the Canadian Securities Exchange.
About POSaBIT
POSaBIT (CSE: PBIT) POSaBIT is a FinTech that works exclusively within the cannabis industry. We offer a best-in-class Point-of-Sale solution and are the leading cashless payment provider for cannabis retailers. We work tirelessly to build better financial services and transaction methods for sellers. We bring cutting-edge software and technology to the cannabis industry so that all merchants can have a safe and compliant set of services to solve the problems of a cash-only industry. For more information, visit www.posabit.com.
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