[PRESS RELEASE] – TAMPA, Fla., June 11, 2026 – FLUENT Corp., a vertically integrated, multistate cannabis company, announced that David E. Vautrin has stepped down as interim CEO, effective June 12, 2026.
William Smith, executive chair of the board of directors of the company, said, “On behalf of the board and the entire FLUENT organization, I would like to thank David for his leadership and commitment during a pivotal period for the company. Over the past year, FLUENT has successfully implemented many critical strategic initiatives, strengthened operational execution and entered into an arrangement agreement to be acquired by Vireo Growth Inc., subject to the terms and conditions contained therein. We are grateful for his service and contributions during this time with the company.”
Vautrin said, “I appreciate the opportunity provided by the board to serve as interim CEO during such an important period for FLUENT. I am proud of what our team accomplished together, and I would like to thank our employees for their dedication and commitment throughout this journey.”
As FLUENT advances toward the completion of its previously announced arrangement agreement with Vireo Growth, the company has appointed Matt Mundy, FLUENT’s chief legal officer, as interim CEO, effective June 12, 2026.
Mundy has been instrumental in advancing the proposed transaction with Vireo and will provide leadership continuity as the company progresses through this next phase.
