We are Florida Cannabis Action Network
Membership Driven
Our members join an experienced leadership team who work through committees to achieve great things together.Proven Results
For 25 years the members of the Florida Cannabis Action Network have stood at the forefront of legal protections for Cannabis users.Best in Class
Together members create unique events including our annual Cannabis @ the Capitol and opportunities around the state.Forward Thinking
We implement strategies to engage and educate the public in order to leverage political change.Insights from FLCAN
The Shield and the Sword
For more than 20 years FLCAN has been the tip of the sword. Today, we serve as a shield protecting the rights of Cannabis consumers in Florida
FLCAN Leadership Team
Julie Curts
Community Outreach Director
Julie Curts has a passion for the plant, not just cultivation, but the policies, the potions, the healing energy, and the people who also love the plant.
Suzy Childs
Treasurer - Board of Directors
She brings her faith, her character, and her commitment to caring for the Community to her work with Florida CAN.
Dana Williams Kniffen
Board of Directors
She is an accomplished artist, an amazing organizer, and a talented addition to the Board of Directors. When she isn't working on Florida CAN's public image, Dana is a realtor in Pensacola.
Mike Krawitz
Board of Directors
Michael Krawitz serves as executive director of Veterans For Medical Cannabis Access [VMCA] in addition to his work on the FLCAN Board.
Colette Florido
Vice President
Colette understands life in what she describes as the "panini press" of the sandwich generation.
Erik Hall
Leadership Team
Erik Hall is part of our leadership team and represents all the people who cannot use their real identity.
David McKinney
Board of Directors
In 2003, David joined Florida Cannabis Action Network and in 2011, became an officer of the organization. His work in global technology helps direct the organization's tech choices.
Maria Hurley
Immediate Past President
Maria believes that Cannabis should be your first choice for healthcare, not a last resort. Maria believes Cannabis is good medicine and good fun.
Cathy Jordan
Founders Circle
Cathy Jordan served as President & CEO for FLCAN from 2012 to 2016. As the immediate past president she now chairs the Grievance and Nominating Committees.
Josephine Cannella-Krehl
Board of Directors
As a MSW, Josephine brings her professional experience and Cannabis expertise to the organization.
Jodi James
President/CEO
Jodi James is a respected speaker, teacher, debater, strategic planner, thought-leader, and mentor with more nearly 30-years experience in cannabis policy
Josh James
Tech Team
Joshua Lavy is part of a growing number of millennials who recognize the failure of America's Drug Policies and their power to change the future. He took on the role of Executive Director in July 2019 after a year as associate director.
Projects by FLCAN
Florida Cannabis Action Network was established in 1998 in order to give legal standing to activists whose rights were violated for speaking out about cannabis. Today, FLCAN’s leadership team organizes outings, educational events, networking events, members-only content, workshops, legislative reports, and action alerts; all designed to support better cannabis policies.
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