Williams promoted to ME of Cannabis Business Times

Patrick Williams has been promoted to managing editor of Cannabis Business Times.

Williams, who joined the magazines’ parent company GIE Media in 2017, worked as associate editor and senior editor for sister publications Greenhouse Management and Produce Grower. He then worked as senior editor for Cannabis Business Times and Cannabis Dispensary before taking on the role of managing editor of Hemp Grower in February 2021.

Previously, he was a freelance writer for business-to-business and consumer media and an editorial intern on the GIE Media publication Golf Course Industry. Williams graduated from Kent State university in 2015 with a bachelor’s degree in journalism.

“Patrick has brought forth tremendous skill and enthusiasm to his work since he began his career at GIE Media. His background combines strengths in traditional horticulture and cannabis, and his talents range from precision editing to conceptualization of timely and influential article ideas that will help continue Cannabis Business Times’ significant industry impact and growth trajectory,” editorial director Noelle Skodzinski said. “We look forward to his future achievements in his new role of Managing Editor.”