Dasheeda Dawson, an official at Cannabis NYC, abruptly resigned following allegations of attempting to pressure a colleague into a polyamorous relationship for city contracting favors. Dawson refuted these claims, stating her resignation was unrelated to the investigation into her actions. The accusations surfaced from Jamila Washington and Monifa Foluke from Repot Box, who reported that Dawson retaliated after their rejection by blacklisting their business from key events. As the inquiry wraps, the mayor's office remains silent on her departure or upcoming leadership changes.
Dasheeda Dawson resigned from her role at Cannabis NYC amidst allegations of attempting to pressure a fellow businesswoman into a polyamorous relationship for a city contract.
Dawson denied the accusations of misconduct, claiming her resignation is unrelated to the investigation, which she cooperated with and had not heard from since September.
Jamila Washington, co-owner of Repot Box, alleged that Dawson blacklisted their company as retaliation for rejecting her advances, impacting their ability to participate in industry events.
New York City's Cannabis NYC program remains without a confirmed leadership replacement, and the mayor's office has chosen not to release further comments regarding Dawson's resignation.
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