Erin Alexander

Director of Legal & Compliance

Cloud 9 Cannabis and Lucky Lincoln Gaming

Erin Alexander is a seasoned attorney with deep expertise in the regulated cannabis and gaming industries. Her diverse background spans large law firm litigation, state-level regulatory enforcement, and in-house leadership at high-growth cannabis companies. Known for her pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach, Erin helps businesses navigate complex compliance landscapes with confidence.
As one of the first 100 employees at one of the country’s largest multi-state cannabis operators, Erin helped build the legal and regulatory functions from the ground up. She led licensing efforts for more than 20 cultivation and manufacturing facilities and over 50 retail dispensaries across multiple states—drawing on her prior experience as a casino gaming regulator to manage risk, scale operations, and support expansion.

In her current role as Director of Legal & Compliance, Erin serves as de facto General Counsel for cannabis and gaming businesses, overseeing licensing, commercial contracts, litigation, IP, and more. She is an active member of the International Cannabis Bar Association and a former board member of Illinois Women in Cannabis. Erin earned her J.D. from Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law and is licensed in Illinois.