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Thursday Sep 29, 2022
Thursday Sep 29, 2022
Fueled by her passion for innovation and dedication to health, Jill Ellsworth has made a career of creating solutions for better living.
Prior to launching Willow Industries, Jill founded Vibrant Earth Juices (VEJ), a Santa Barbara-based cold-pressed organic juice company.
Jill became passionate about pasteurization techniques, employing High Pressure Processing (HPP) to prevent microbial growth and increase the shelf-life and freshness for her juice line.
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Thursday Aug 04, 2022
Thursday Aug 04, 2022
Gabriel René is CEO and co-founder of VERSES, developer of COSM™, an operating system for AI, and author of the #1 International Bestseller "The Spatial Web - How Web 3.0 Connects Humans, Machines, and AI to Transform the World".
As an emerging technology pioneer, Gabriel has architected enterprise and consumer software and services in partnership with Fortune 500 companies such as Verizon, Sony, Intel, Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Yahoo, Qualcomm, Apple, Samsung, Universal, AT&T, Obama Campaign, Condé Nast, Elle Magazine, and Cannes Film Festival.
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VERSES delivers next-generation AI solutions for the global supply chain
VERSES Expands Deployment of Smart Logistics Solution Across NRI’s Global Operations
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Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
John Manlove is the founder and CEO of Apex Trading and Bushel44, two industry leading technology platforms in the emerging cannabis and hemp verticals.
An industry pioneer, who helped launch the first legal cannabis wholesale marketplace in the United States while simultaneously running a distribution company supporting over 300 brands throughout California, John brings a mix of real world business knowledge sprinkled with an in-depth knowledge of these emerging industries.
A husband, father, and avid outdoorsmen, John’s passion for entrepreneurship is only rivaled by the love he has for his family and friends.
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Bushel44 Launch Sets the New Standard for Hemp Supply Chain Management
Apex Trading Closes Series Seed Raise
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Wednesday Jul 20, 2022
Wednesday Jul 20, 2022
Nuka & 1906 CEO and Co-founder Peter Barsoom, has an extensive career experience in finance and business strategy, holding a variety of senior management positions at leading institutions including American Express, Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley, Blue Mountain Capital and Intercontinental Exchange.
In 2015, Mr. Barsoom left the financial industry to found Nuka Enterprises (Nuka) a premium nutraceutical company specializing in sourcing and synthesizing global plant medicines for use in daily life.
Mr. Barsoom brings unparalleled financial acumen from leading the most complex and highly regulated business to LPS.
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Cannabis Brand 1906 Raises $18 Million In Funding
Hill Street Announces Michigan Launch of Successful Multi-State Brand 1906 Powered by DehydraTECH
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Monday Jun 20, 2022
Monday Jun 20, 2022
Dr. Cam McDonald is a leader, educator, scientist, motivator and father.
As VP of Education of ShaeWellness, Dr. Cam is driven to increase awareness around the need for a personalised approach to leadership and workplace wellness.
This work, while in true alignment with his mission of creating tangible and healthy change in the world, has allowed him to work closely with some of the world’s brightest minds, working across many industries to instigate positive change for our wellness at work and home.
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Fox Announces The Arrival Of Shae
Shae™ - ‘Siri for your Health’ Attracts Worldwide Media
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Monday Jun 13, 2022
Monday Jun 13, 2022
Kim is President and CEO of Azuca, a leading edibles ingredients company that serves the global cannabis industry with best-in-class, fast-onset edible formulations.
Kim is a passionate business leader, start-up veteran and investor in innovation.
She has extensive experience as an operating executive in both startup and Fortune 50 environments and as a venture capitalist.
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Azuca Introduces Breakthrough Innovation for Infused Chocolate
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Tuesday May 31, 2022
Tuesday May 31, 2022
Trent Woloveck brings singular strategic planning and strong business acquisition and cannabis development experience to his role as Chief Commercial Director at Jushi Holdings Inc.
Trent formerly served as President of TGS National Holdings (an affiliate of The Green Solution), as well as COO at American Cannabis Company, where he worked with his clients to win state cannabis licenses.
Trent earned his BS in finance from Miami University.
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Jushi Holdings Inc. on LinkedIn
Jushi Holdings Inc. on Twitter
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Tuesday May 24, 2022
Tuesday May 24, 2022
Jamie L. Pearson is the President & CEO of Bhang Inc. [CSE:BHNG OTCQB:BHNGF].
A rare, second-generation cannabis executive, she has decades of experience in global operations, deal
structuring and negotiation as a multi-national real estate investor.
Fluent in German and English, Jamie is responsible for Bhang’s capital markets division, national and international expansion, and overall corporate management. She leads the company’s diverse executive team in the development and execution of Bhang’s strategic plan.
Widely considered one of the most influential women in cannabis, Jamie’s cannabis expertise, operations experience, and deep industry relationships elevate Bhang and the entire industry.
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Friday May 06, 2022
Friday May 06, 2022
Kristina Lopez Adduci is the founder and CEO of House of Puff, a Latina-led and women-owned cannabis lifestyle company based in NYC.
Kristina launched House of Puff to help women consume cannabis unapologetically, making it chic and effortless.
Hailing from the art world, she marries these worlds with art-inspired cannabis products that women can be proud of.
Kristina is also an active advocate for fair disbursement of venture capital and investment avenues for women and BIPoC in the cannabis industry.
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5 Questions With House Of Puff CEO And Founder Kristina Lopez Adduci
Coffee Talk Episode 8: Kristina Lopez Adduci
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Thursday Mar 31, 2022
Thursday Mar 31, 2022
Lisa is the President of Happi, the first THC-infused beverage to launch in the state of Michigan, which she co-founded and leads with her partner Joe Reynolds. Happi’s all-natural sparkling water beverages are made with simple ingredients, organic fruit, they are vegan and have just 15-25 calories. Designed for the cannacurious woman, Happi combines Lisa’s passion for microdose products and her desire to help more women see cannabis as an alternative to pharmaceuticals and alcohol.
Prior to Happi, Lisa was the Chief Marketing & Innovation Officer at Grassroots Cannabis, a multi-state operator based in Illinois. At Grassroots, Lisa built the marketing function across Grassroots vertical operation in 12 states, developed the product innovation pipeline, the retail vision, and launched 4 brands in under 2 years. Lisa’s role went beyond marketing as she architected the company’s data & analytics platform and infrastructure, designed the packaging supply chain and launched numerous new product innovations prior to Grassroots’ sale to Curaleaf in July of 2020 for $830MM.
Before joining Grassroots, Lisa had over 20 years of CPG experience. She was the Vice President for Global Marketing at Kimberly-Clark, managing Kimberly-Clark’s integrated marketing practice across all brands, directly responsible for global branding strategies, packaging, and advertising. Prior to Kimberly-Clark, Lisa spent 16 years in the agency business, including 7 years working exclusively with P&G across their Beauty, Fabric Care, Oral Care, and Femcare portfolios. In 2013, Lisa was named to Crain’s Chicago Business 40 Under 40 list.
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