(U.S. Virgin Islands) – Commissioner Richard Evangelista of the Department of Licensing and
Consumer Affairs (DLCA) is notifying the public that earlier today the Virgin Islands Cannabis
Advisory Board selected Ms. Hannah Carty as the Executive Director of the Virgin Islands Office
of Cannabis Regulation. Ms. Carty is currently the Deputy Commissioner of Agriculture and she
is expected to serve in that capacity for the next six to eight weeks to allow her an opportunity for
a smooth transition into her new role.
“Cannabis in all its facets, has demonstrated its ability to improve health outcomes, increase
sustainability, and has the potential to be a revolutionary driver of the economy here in the Virgin
Islands” stated Ms. Carty. “While I enjoyed my tenure as the Deputy Commissioner at the Virgin
Islands Department of Agriculture, I look forward to taking on a new role as the Executive Director
for the Office of Cannabis Regulations. I am so grateful and excited to be afforded this opportunity
which will shape the future of Cannabis policy here in the Territory.”
Ms. Carty added, “I would like to formally thank the Cannabis Advisory Board and the
Administration for their confidence in my ability to lead this new challenging endeavor,
Commissioner Positive T. A. Nelson for encouraging me to move back home to the Territory, and
my family for their love and support. I look forward to continuing to roll out Cannabis programs
here in the Virgin Islands.”
“The Bryan-Roach Administration is investing in the Territory’s people, infrastructure and future
through transparency, stabilizing the economy, restoring trust in the government, and ensuring that
recovery projects are completed as quickly as possible.” For more information, please visit transparency.vi.gov
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2021
MEDIA CONTACT PERSON: OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER 340.725.5129
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