John Vernardos is CEO of the CBD Association, the only 501(c)(6) non-profit association established to holistically promote CBD and cannabis-derived products worldwide. Once a graduate intern to the Speaker of the House, Vernardos has played a role in shaping government and regulatory policies affecting the food and natural products industries. He has worked for NutraSweet Company, Pfizer, Herbalife and Bodybuilding.com.