Questions for: Curaleaf CEO Joe Bayern

Massachusetts-based Curaleaf is on everyone's list of top-tier multi-state operators. With operations in 23 states, more than 100 storefronts and Q1 revenue of $260M (up 170% year over year)  it's one of the few companies where decisions can affect how millions of Americans think about cannabis.

Curaleaf CEO Joe Bayern, a former Voss water executive who took the reins in January, responded to several emailed questions about where he's taking the company.  

This interview has been lightly edited . . .