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Colorado State University PuebloAdjunct Faculty Instructor
Jan. 2023Pueblo, Colorado, United States · RemoteI am teaching a 400 level course about marijuana and hemp regulations within the US. This course begins with the opioid epidemic in the Reconstruction era, through the War on Drugs, and ends with contemporary medical and adult use marijuana programs. The course covers the American legal structure and how federalism underlines the entire cannabis industry.
Canopy Growth CorporationManager of Regulatory Permitting, USA
Mar. 2019 - Sep. 2019Greater Denver AreaBuilt on a history of success in cannabis consulting, elevating US compliance and regulatory permitting for the world’s largest marijuana company, based in Canada. Leveraged a wide network in the legal cannabis sector to establish and enrich connections. ➤ Defined the complex structure of hemp and marijuana licenses to minimize risk if a license is lost or forfeited. ➤ Educated staff on cannabis regulations across the US. Developed a spreadsheet comparing state cannabis regulations. ➤ Elevated risk management by identifying that a major contractor producing soft gels lacked SOPs and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). Initiated and performed inspection of the facility to pinpoint weaknesses. ➤ Spearheaded the hemp permitting process throughout the US including CA, IL, MI, NJ and more.
Axial Compliance ConsultingChief Licensure, Regulatory Compliance & Legal Consultant – Highly Regulated Emerging Industries
Mar. 2018Greater Denver AreaBuilt on prior successes by launching a consulting firm focused on marijuana regulatory compliance and licensure in the highly regulated emerging industry spanning medical and recreational marijuana products. Provide expert insights on the rapidly evolving maze of complex regulations in the cannabis industry. Support clients’ revenue growth and profitability by managing compliance so you can focus on the demands of your business. Elevating business performance via regulatory compliance in highly regulated, rapidly emerging industries within the consumer products sector; supporting clients in AK, CA, CO, IL, MA, MI, ME, NV, OH, OK, OR, VT, WA and other states. Navigating the excruciatingly complex license application process for entrepreneurs entering a highly competitive, extensively regulated industry or a new market with a focus on medical use or adult use. ➤ Defining state-compliant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for new license holders that define best business and agricultural practices customized for the unique challenges each company faces. Training employees in SOPs. ➤ Enriching compliance processes for established business owners to manage license renewals, transfers of ownership, expansions, change of location, modifications of premises, revamping of corporate structure and more. ➤ Making clients’ lives easier by streamlining business operations and optimizing risk as a recognized expert consultant. ➤ Enriching a vibrant network of industry insiders including major players while expanding knowledge of cultivation, dispensing and policy. ➤ Recruited by LivWell, one of Colorado’s largest operators in the legal cannabis sector, for a salaried role of limited duration. Enriched knowledge of license applications in Colorado and other jurisdictions.
American Cannabis Company Inc.Chief Compliance Consultant
Jan. 2018 - Dec. 2019Greater Denver Area Actively recruited by a former compliance client, serving in a salaried role with American Cannabis – the leader in providing end-to-end consulting solutions for the legal cannabis industry including medical use, adult use and low-THC regulated cannabis markets. American Cannabis Company’s industry-specific advisory and consulting services are built to meet the needs of companies entering or currently operating in the regulated cannabis markets. Deeply experienced in the regulated markets, the firm’s services span over all phases of operation, from licensing and construction to cultivation, processing and dispensing. ➤ As a recognized expert, testified before the Mississippi State House of Representatives Congressional Black Caucus on legalizing medical marijuana at the invitation of Representative Omeria Scott. ➤ Spearheaded the license application process for clients as an expert consultant. ➤ Liaised with clients and prospects including at MJ Biz Con in Las Vegas, answering questions and educating prospects about regulations surrounding legal cannabis and medical marijuana. ➤ Delivered a presentation on licensing and regulatory compliance at Oklahoma Cannabis: A Day of Learning for Prospective & Current Licensees in Oklahoma City, OK. ➤ Moderated a panel discussion about cannabis compliance at the 2018 Imperious Ark-La-Tex Cannabis Business Expo in Little Rock, AR.
STRAINWISE® ConsultingVice President of Regulatory Compliance & Licensing – Consulting
Jan. 2016 - Dec. 2018Greater Denver AreaLead the license application process for the cannabis consulting division of Strainwise, a leading operator in the cannabis sector. Elevated the company’s reputation while increasing visibility in a role with high levels of autonomy. ➤ Won a cultivation license, one of only 12 awarded in the state of Ohio. Ranked higher than a major consulting firm on the application – beating an industry leader at their own game. ➤ Instrumental in winning a medical marijuana operation licenses in a complex jurisdiction with language and cultural challenges. ➤ Panel speaker on cannabis licensing and compliance at the 2016 Native Nations Conference in Viejas, CA. ➤ Panel speaker at the 2016 cannabis compliance conference hosted by Greenspoon Marder in Fort Lauderdale. ➤ Elevated the company’s visibility by attending the 2017 Women Grow Leadership Conference in Denver, CO.
Canna AdvisorsRegulatory Specialist
Jan. 2015 - Dec. 2016Boulder, ColoradoAssisted the license application process for the cannabis consulting division of Canna Advisors, a leading operator in the cannabis sector. Consistently outperformed the competition on speed, customer service, quality and price via continuous process improvement. ➤ Spearheaded successful approval of a dispensary license for a disabled veteran and his cousin, who were new to the cannabis industry and passionate about the benefits of medical marijuana for vets with PTSD. ➤ Created a compelling case for the licensing board that a veterinarian was even better suited than the mandated physician or RN to oversee operations, since veterinarians dispense all their own medication and have knowledge of multiple species. ➤ Instrumental in winning a second cultivation license for a seasoned entrepreneur with deep experience in the cannabis industry. ➤ Key player in winning two dispensary licenses in Maryland for separate clients.
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State of ColoradoHearing Officer [de facto Regulatory Specialist & Technical Writer] – Dept. of Labor & Employment
Jan. 2015 - Dec. 2015Greater Denver AreaDeveloped a network of connections within the Colorado state regulatory system. Presided over unemployment benefit hearings. Admitted relevant evidence and sustained or overruled objections made by parties to arrive at a just decision under the law. –––––––––––––––––––––––– Foundational experience as legal intern at Motley Legal and document reviewer at Synergy Legal Staffing. Editor and consultant to author Ben Fountain on the novel “Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk.”
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