CLS Holdings USA, Inc. Welcomes New Board Member, Mr. Ross Silver

LAS VEGAS, NV / ACCESSWIRE / February 18, 2021 / CLS Holdings USA, Inc. (OTCQB:CLSH)(CSE:CLSH), the ''Company'' or ''CLS'', a diversified cannabis company operating as Cannabis Life Sciences, today announced the addition of a new member to its Board of Directors, Mr. Ross Silver.

"We're thrilled to welcome Mr. Silver to the CLS Board of Directors," said Company Chairman and CEO Jeffrey Binder. "His extensive track record as an advisor, analyst, and leader make Mr. Silver an excellent fit for our team. With all of the new developments happening at our subsidiaries, a fresh perspective will be an invaluable asset as we look toward future growth."

Mr. Silver brings an extensive background in finance to the Company. In 2016, Silver founded Sylva International, a Registered Investment Advisor in the state of Oregon. Prior to this, he founded the hedge fund and independent equity research firm, Vista Partners, serving as Principal Analyst and CEO from 2005-2016. Mr. Silver has worked extensively as a research analyst and associate at various firms, hedge funds, and banking institutions over the last two decades, and also served as a Board Member for his local American Red Cross chapter.

"CLS Holdings has positioned itself to be a thought leader in the industry, as well as a leader in cannabis production and retail," said Mr. Silver. "I am excited to join the Board while the Company is experiencing consistent and meaningful revenue growth, year after year."

The news of Mr. Silver's addition to CLS' Board of Directors comes shortly after the Company's release of a new range of products through its manufacturing division. Earlier this month, CLS also released its January financial and operational results, achieving record January revenue. CLS looks forward to continuing to grow its foothold in the Nevada cannabis industry and beyond with this latest addition to its leadership team.

About CLS Holdings USA, Inc.
CLS Holdings USA, Inc. (CLSH) is a diversified cannabis company that acts as an integrated cannabis producer and retailer through its Oasis Cannabis subsidiaries in Nevada and plans to expand to other states. CLS stands for "Cannabis Life Sciences," in recognition of the Company's patented proprietary method of extracting various cannabinoids from the marijuana plant and converting them into products with a higher level of quality and consistency. The Company's business model includes licensing operations, processing operations, processing facilities, sale of products, brand creation and consulting services. (Twitter: @CLSHoldingsUSA)

Oasis Cannabis has operated a cannabis dispensary in the Las Vegas market since dispensaries first opened in Nevada in 2015 and has been recognized as one of the top marijuana retailers in the state. Its location within walking distance to the Las Vegas Strip and Downtown Las Vegas in combination with its delivery service to residents allows it to efficiently serve both locals and tourists in the Las Vegas area. In February 2019, it was named "Best Dispensary for Pot Pros" by Desert Companion Magazine. In August 2017, the company commenced wholesale offerings of cannabis in Nevada with the launch of its City Trees brand of cannabis concentrates and cannabis-infused products.

Founded in 2017, City Trees is a Nevada-based cannabis cultivation, production and distribution company. Offering a wide variety of products with consistent results, City Trees products are available in numerous dispensaries throughout the state of Nevada.

Forward-Looking Statements
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Contact Information:

Corporate:
Chairman and CEO
Jeff Binder
President and COO
Andrew Glashow
888-438-9132

Investor Relations:
investors@clsholdingsinc.com

SOURCE: CLS Holdings USA, Inc.

Released February 18, 2021