Grown Rogue International Inc. announced the appointment of Steve Lightman, Group President, Gourmet Foods & Gift Baskets, 1-800-FLOWERS.COM Inc., as an independent director of Grown Rogue, effective immediately. Mr. Lightman's appointment expands the board to 5 directors, 4 of whom are independent directors. Mr. Lightman is Group President at 1-800-FLOWERS.COM Inc., responsible for driving strategy and enhancing operational agility within the company’s Gourmet Foods and Gift Baskets segment, which is comprised of more than half a dozen brands, including Harry & David®, Cheryl’s Cookies® and The Popcorn Factory®. Mr. Lightman is a member of the Board of Directors of KEH and Distinctive Apparel Inc., among others. He is also very active in community business and civic activities.