About Us

Integrity

We’re creating exceptional consumer experiences with simple, quiet confidence. Adhering to high standards of professionalism matters to us because while we’re passionate, dedicated and inspired, it’s our business acumen that allows us to make smart investments.

Strength in Partnerships

Any company can form partnerships. Forming the right partnerships – ones that can leverage opportunity and maximize capabilities – is another story. This is why we’re exploring within our borders and beyond for opportunities with like-minded entrepreneurs and industry trailblazers.

Long-term Vision

We’re not here to impulsively capitalize on a moment. We’re here for the long haul – committed to a thoughtful strategic approach to realize a long-term vision in an industry with tremendous potential. We’re here to make a lasting mark on a future that holds incredible promise, for our company, our industry and lives around the world.

Meet Our Team

From science to business to medicine, we’re an agile team of experts passionate about carving our own space in the cannabis industry.

Zubin Jasavala

Chief Executive Officer, Director

Zubin is a passionate, entrepreneurial leader with more than 10 years of experience in finance and business management. He is the guiding force behind Mera’s long-term strategy and has been integral in establishing both strategic international partnerships across complementary industries while simultaneously building a strong professional team domestically.

Lucie Presot

Chief Financial Officer

Lucie is responsible for the overall financial strategy and financial controls at Mera. Lucie brings extensive capital markets experience and knowledge of public company disclosure requirements from her notable 30-year career as a senior financial executive in the financial services industry.

Soyoung Lee

Chief Scientific Officer, Director

Soyoung is the QAP at Mera, where she is responsible for overseeing QA, production, R&D and product development departments. Soyoung has a Ph.D, in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the University of Toronto and previously worked as a Scientific Leader at Apobiologix and a R&D Chemist at Apotex Inc.

Jordan Plener

Vice President, Legal and Corporate Secretary

Jordan is responsible for overseeing all legal and regulatory matters at Mera. He was involved in multiple IPOs, reverse takeovers and M&A transactions from his time at a leading international law firm, where he practiced corporate, securities and cannabis law.

Advisory Board

David McFadden

David brings extensive knowledge in the energy, infrastructure and technology sectors to assist with the development and execution of Mera’s evolving business strategy. He currently serves as the Chair of the Board of Toronto Hydro Corporation, 407 International Inc. and PCI Geomatics Inc. and is a Board member of Cricket Energy Holdings Inc.

Deepak Anand

Deepak is a recognized thought leader in the cannabis space, working with senior government officials, politicians, policy makers, health professional organizations and investors. He brings 15 years of leadership experience in the health, non-profit and private sectors, and has served on various pharmaceutical association boards.

Doug Turnbull

Doug brings vast experience in fixed income capital markets, M&A and advisory, acting on behalf of corporate and public sector clients on numerous public and private transactions. He is currently Vice Chairman and Country Head, Canada at DBRS, and served as Deputy Chairman of TD Securities Inc.

Medical Advisory Board

Dr. Teosar Bhesania

BSC., M.D., FRCP(C) In Cardiology/Internal Medicine

Dr. Stephen Glazer

M.D., FRCPC, FCCP, Internal Medicine

Dr. Michael Dor

M.D, M.P.A., Ministry of Health, Israel

Dr. Rob Macgregor

PhD, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Toronto

Get in Touch

We’re excited to share our long-term vision with you. Whether it’s investment, partnership or career opportunities, let us show you how our commitment to innovation and growth is exactly what you’re looking for.

Integrity

Strength in Partnerships

Long-term Vision