
Axel Bernabe is Assistant Counsel to Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, overseeing legal and policy deliberations in the health portfolio. As part of his responsibilities, he oversees the implementation of all initiatives related to medical, hemp, and adult-use cannabis. Over the last four years he has supervised the expansion of the medical program and the launch of the State’s hemp program. Axel is also responsible for driving the administration’s proposal for comprehensive regulation of all segments of the cannabis economy, including the creation of a new Office of Cannabis Management that would permit the implementation of an adult-use program.
Attend Cannabis Europa London 2026
26–27 May 2026 · The Barbican, London · Europe's leading cannabis industry conference
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Working with Prohibition Partners for Cannabis Europa has been an absolute pleasure. Their dedication, exceptional professionalism, and collaborative spirit have made a meaningful difference, and we sincerely value their support.

We were truly honoured to sponsor the VIP Lounge and be part of an event that continues to set the standard for meaningful dialogue and progress in the medical cannabis industry. We left feeling excited and optimistic about the future.
