Deepak Anand is a highly respected figure in the cannabis and psychedelics industry, with a diverse professional background that includes entrepreneurship, public speaking, education, and serving on various boards. He holds a Master's degree in Business Administration and Management and a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management. Deepak's professional experience includes serving as the Founder and CEO of Materia, Vice President of Business Development & Government Relations at Deloitte Canada, Adjunct Professor at Kwantlen Polytechnic University, and Vice President of Business Development at Zenabis Global Inc., among others. He is an experienced public speaker who has been featured in major publications such as Forbes and the Globe & Mail.

Deepak has also served on various boards and committees, including as Vice Chairman of the Board at Medical Cannabis Canada, Vice President at NORML Canada, and Advisory Board Member at ASTM International and The Centre for Medicinal Cannabis. He is currently the Principal at ASDA Consultancy Services and serves on the ASTM D37 Cannabis Committee in the United States.

Deepak is passionate about education and is always learning. He has taught courses at various institutions and also serves as an Adjunct Instructor at Osgoode Professional Development. His not-for-profit board roles include serving as V.P at NORML and Chair at Medical Cannabis. His expertise in the cannabis and psychedelics industry, along with his experience in entrepreneurship and education make him an invaluable asset to the industry.