Damien Cornwell

President

Cannabis Association of New York (CANY)

Damien Cornwell is the President of the Cannabis Association of New York (CANY)and founder of Just Breathe, one of the first licensed adult-use dispensaries in Upstate New York. A longtime entrepreneur and community advocate from Binghamton, he has been a leading voice for equity, sustainability, and opportunity in New York’s emerging cannabis market.

Through his leadership at CANY, Damien represents cultivators, processors, and retailers across the state, advocating for policies that strengthen the legal market and support social equity licensees. His work bridges business and social impact, helping to shape a more inclusive and responsible cannabis industry in New York.