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Ascend Wellness Holdings (CSE: AAWH.U / OTCQX:AAWH) · 1 day ago

Public Affairs Manager

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Ascend Wellness Holdings is a leading multi-state cannabis operator focused on building strong brands and delivering best-in-class retail experiences. The Public Affairs Manager will drive legislative and regulatory strategy, represent the company with policymakers, and shape long-term policy direction in the cannabis industry.

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Responsibilities

Represent Ascend at cannabis trade association meetings and industry forums

Lead analysis of proposed legislative and regulatory actions, assessing potential business impact and recommending appropriate responses

Monitor federal, state, and local legislative and regulatory activity to advance and protect Ascend's market position

Track relevant legislation and regulations, proactively notifying internal stakeholders of pending actions and required follow-up

Monitor, document, and report on municipal, local, and regional legislative calendars across multiple jurisdictions

Identify high-impact policy proposals that may affect Ascend's operations, growth, or compliance posture

Build and maintain strong relationships with state and local government officials, regulators, and key external stakeholders

Provide operational and administrative support to senior leadership, including preparing reports and trackers, maintaining digital filing systems, scheduling meetings, and compiling meeting notes

Contribute to the development of social media content in support of government affairs and corporate communications initiatives

Draft and distribute communications materials, including press releases, backgrounders, fact sheets, newsletters, statements, and other external-facing content

Manage and respond to media inquiries in coordination with internal stakeholders

Support the development and execution of Ascend's corporate communications strategy