David brings over 20 years of U.S. federal experience to the Canopy team, managing all day-to-day U.S. federal and state engagement for Canopy Growth. Prior to joining Canopy, David served in a variety of campaign and legislative positions for Senator(s) Robert C. Byrd (D-WV), Tom Daschle (D-SD), J. Robert Kerrey (D-NE), and Ben Nelson (D-NE). He previously served as a Vice President of Government Affairs for the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS). David holds a Bachelor of Arts in Government from Hamilton College and resides with his wife in Washington, DC.