22nd Century Group Appoints Lawrence Firestone as Chairman and CEO

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Nov.30.2023

22nd Century Group Appoints Lawrence Firestone as Chairman and CEO

22nd Century Group, a biotech company, appoints Lawrence (Larry) Firestone as Chairman and CEO, as part of strategic plan focused on advanced plant technology.

According to Streetinsider, biotechnology company 22nd Century Group has announced the appointment of Lawrence (Larry) Firestone as the company's Chairman and CEO.

Fredston brings over forty years of experience in enterprise, operations, and financial management, having held positions such as Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Operating Officer across various industry sectors. This change is part of the company's efforts to reshape its current strategic plan around improving health and happiness through advanced plant technology.

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[1] 22nd Century (XXII) Appoints Larry Firestone as Chairman and CEO

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