Matthew Ward

Matthew Ward
Cannabis and Natural Medicine Certification Supervisor, Colorado Department of Public Health and the Environment
Matthew Ward is the Cannabis and Natural Medicine Certification Supervisor, overseeing lab compliance and scientific integrity. With 10+ years in cannabis, food, and environmental microbiology, he brings rigorous standards to the natural medicine landscape. An active CANNRA member, Matthew is dedicated to public health and safety. He also enjoys cultivating medicinal and gourmet mushrooms.
Data, Health Safety, and Assurance: CDPHE’s role in Natural Medicines
This seminar features a panel led by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Panelists from Health Monitoring, CHED, and Laboratory Certification will outline their roles in natural medicines, focusing on public health, data monitoring, and safety compliance. A Q&A will allow attendees to engage directly about the Department’s role in supporting natural medicines initiatives.