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Greta Brandt of The Flower Shop Joins Shangri-La as Executive Vice President

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Greta Brandt of The Flower Shop Joins Shangri-La as Executive Vice President

Brandt brings her successful track record as a corporate lawyer and cannabis executive to guide Shangri-La’s rapid national expansion.

Columbia, MO—September 18, 2025—Shangri-La Dispensaries today announced that prominent cannabis leader Greta Brandt has joined the company as Executive Vice President of Operations for the growing national cannabis company.

Brandt is the former president of The Flower Shop, where she oversaw the rapid expansion of the cannabis retailer, growing the company to 320 employees with six marijuana dispensaries, three cultivation facilities, and two processing facilities in Arizona, Utah, and New Jersey.

Brandt transitioned from a career as a corporate attorney to an operator, leveraging her expertise in governance and compliance to strengthen her leadership roles. She served as President of the Utah Cannabis Association (2021–2023) and as a Board Member of the Arizona Dispensaries Association (2024–2025), representing all licensed marijuana operators in the state. She remains an active member of the Arizona Dispensaries Association, continuing to shape policy and advocate for the industry.

In her new role, Brandt’s extensive experience as a corporate lawyer and cannabis executive will continue to guide her ability to navigate complex regulatory environments, drive operational excellence, and shape industry policy through her leadership and board service.

Nevil Patel, Shangri-La’s CEO, said, “Greta Brandt is one of the smartest, highest-regarded executives in the industry. We’re fortunate to have her leading Shangri-La’s continued national expansion.”

Greta Brandt said, “I’m excited to join Shangri-La at such a pivotal time for the company and the industry. Shangri-La has built a strong foundation with its people, operations, and brand. I look forward to working with the team to drive growth, elevate the customer experience, and expand our national footprint.”

About Shangri-La Dispensaries

Shangri-La Dispensaries is one of the nation’s leading cannabis multistate operators, with growing retail, manufacturing, and cultivation operations in Missouri, Ohio, Illinois, Connecticut, and Delaware.

To learn more about the company and its mission to improve the lives and health of its customers and communities, visit shangriladispensaries.com.

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Contact: Peter Barden, [email protected], 917-763-7352.

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