Appature, a premier provider of cannabis operator data analytics solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of David Friedman, CEO of Panther Capital, to its Board of Members. Friedman, with a seasoned background of more than three decades in the business industry, brings a vast amount of knowledge and skill to the board.

“I am eager to join the Appature team and contribute to the company’s progress,” stated Friedman. “With my extensive experience in corporate development, capital advisory services, and mergers and acquisitions, I believe I can offer a distinct viewpoint and support Appature’s continued growth and success.”
Friedman, who co-established the Panther Funds and has invested a total of $20 million in 30 cannabis-related companies since 2014, is familiar with the dynamic world of startups. He has held various interim management positions in the cannabis industry and has a notable history of aiding companies in realizing their objectives.
“David’s long record of success in the cannabis technology space make him an invaluable addition to our board,” said Eldon Brown, CEO of Appature. “We are thrilled to welcome him to the company.”
With his background in corporate strategy, expansion, capital advisory services, and M&A, Friedman is well-equipped to provide guidance to Appature as it continues to evolve its services and offering to the cannabis space.
“I am eager to work closely with the Appature team and support them in bringing data-driven solutions to market,” stated Friedman. “While it may be a challenging journey, I am confident that with my experience and the talented team at Appature, we can achieve great things together.”