Callitas Health Inc (CSE:LILY) (OTCQB:MPHMF) said Tuesday that Joshua Maurice has been promoted to vice-president of sales and business development.

Maurice’s promotion comes as the clinical-stage pharmaceutical development group adds to its management and hires consultants to advance its programs and partnerships and build on this year’s progress.

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“We’ve seen important strides in the first months of 2019 across the women’s health, cannabinoid and infertility spaces and deepening partnerships with companies like NFI Consumer Healthcare and Lifestyles,” said James Thompson, CEO of Callitas, in a statement.

“Promoting Joshua to this new position allows us to utilize his talents to further capitalize on these advancements in the company,” he added.

Formed in early 2015, Callitas Health is developing innovative remedies for weight management, female sexual health, cannabis delivery technologies and other proprietary drugs.

Callitas shares slipped a cent to hit $0.10 in New York trade on Tuesday morning.

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