INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS WITH A PROVEN TRACK RECORD

Cannabis Attorney/Entrepeneur

Don E. Wirtshafter is an attorney and entrepreneur involved in projects utilizing the legal use of cannabis products around the world. Don received his Bachelor’s with an emphasis on Botany from Ohio University. He further went on to receive his Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from Case Western Reserve University. Don is a local Ohioan with deep roots in the cannabis and hemp industry for decades. He has been published numerous times including, the “Hemp Seed Cookbook” and “Hemp Today” with famed cannabis grower, Ed Rosenthal. Don is one of the founders of GW Pharmaceuticals, PLC (GW). GW is the world’s only legal producer of medical marijuana pharmaceuticals. GW’s lead product, Sativex, has now been accepted in Europe under the Mutual Recognition procedure as a treatment for Multiple Sclerosis. Sativex is available in Canada, England, Germany, Spain and a few dozen other countries. Sativex is undergoing final stage clinic trials in the United States for cancer pain.

Marijuana Corporate Executive

Fayaz (Fay) is a seasoned Executive and change management expert with a consistent track record of delivering high value change to Fortune 1000 and multinational clients. Fay is an expert of Peter Drucker's management principals "Business Week Magazine’s "father of modern day management;" one of the few people in US that was licensed by the prestigious "Drucker Institute". His ability to understand all facets of a business allows him to draw from resources and bring sustainable growth. Fay has delivered over 350 keynotes since 2000. With over 15+ year track record of success in organizational development, strategy and change management focus with global industry leaders including Northrop Grumman, Oracle, John Deer, AAA, Adidas, Boeing and many others. Fay holds an Executive Masters in Business in Executive Management from Claremont Graduate University, Bachelors of Science degree in Business Management and Consumer Psychology. He also holds certificates in Leadership, Management and strategy from Claremont Graduate University.  Fay has worked with one of the top three national cannabis brands Gfarmalabs-Liquid Gold since 2014 as Chief Strategy Officer and responsible for organizations double digit growth and expansion into California, Michigan, Washington and other markets.

Financier/Investor

For over 20 years, Mr. Frankovich has provided capital solutions for small to medium businesses. His company, Atlas Investments, actively seek new opportunities in disruptive technologies in any space. They offer debt and equity solutions as well as hybrid products. They are active in Tech, Medical, Real Estate, and are aggressively seeking opportunities in the Cannabis Space. They not only help fund products but also can actually help advise in growing company’s economic verticals. In order to service the legal cannabis industry, Mr. Frankovich and Atlas have announced the Cannabis Co-Operative. The Cannabis Co-Operative is a leader in the cannabis advisory space. It’s board of doctors, lawyers, growers, and bankers are a on deck to handle any cannabis business needs. They can assist in obtaining a license, setting up a cultivation center or dispensary, secure finance, and even help with a cannabis think tank. The Co-Operative can help take an idea and turn it into a marketable product.

Federal Attorney/Licensed Securities Representative

Jaitegh (JT) obtained his Juris Doctorate degree (J.D.) from the Shepard Broad Law Center at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.  Before receiving his J.D., he studied International Law at the University of Cambridge and his background is in the fields of Marketing and Behavioral Psychology. JT is admitted to practice law in Florida, New York, New Jersey, Colorado, and is a bar member at the Federal District Court for the Southern District of Florida. JT is also a licensed securities professional holding Series 7 and Series 63 designations. His expertise in legal and business counseling spans across industries such as; public markets, medical/recreational marijuana, crowdfunding, political campaigns, real estate, and hospitality. JT has been involved in the marijuana industry for nearly 3 years. He is known for helping structure and finance some of the first american-based public marijuana companies. JT has dedicated his entire marijuana career towards teaching the intricacies of running a marijuana company in today's legal environment. He has been published and featured in a number of media outlets and documentaries discussing the re-legalization of marijuana in the United States.

Corporate Attorney

Joshua is an experienced corporate attorney and business executive addressing all aspects of building and/or growing a business through legal and business acumen. Skills include legal drafting and contract review, legal and regulatory compliance, SEC, business structuring and transactional advisory, M&A, contract negotiation, entertainment law including digital and filmed entertainment production and distribution, licensing and branding, new business development, establishment of strategic partnerships, investor relations, and facilitation of new capital. A deep 'Rolodex' provides ample opportunities for fruitful introductions and business and corporate development. Joshua is a valuable team player and leader who is able to navigate the practical pitfalls and legal risks of the business landscape and capital markets, while understanding the need for efficient growth and constant innovation in today's fast-moving markets on and off-line.

Federal Attorney

Manny obtained his Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from the Law Center at Nova University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.  Before receiving his JD, he studied Accounting and Finance at Florida Atlantic University. Manny is admitted to practice law in Florida and is a bar member at the Federal District Court for the Southern District of Florida. He has been a federally admitted attorney for over 30 years. His expertise in legal and business counseling spans across industries such as; public markets, medical/recreational marijuana, real estate, and bankruptcy. Manny is known for structuring and financing some of the first American based public marijuana companies in the United States. Over his 35 years of business experience, Manny has delivered over 1,000 keynotes ranging from marijuana re-legalization in the United States to bankruptcy law. He had previously delivered a keynote to over 1,000 people at the Marijuana Business Daily Conference speaking about federal law and corporate asset protection for growers and dispensers of marijuana.

Executive Chef

Executive Chef Royce Wagner is highly skilled, culinary innovator, with extensive experience at Five Star Restaurants and 5 Diamond Award Hotels.   He is an inventive talent that is fully committed to delivering a notable dining experience. He currently is CEO  & Culinary Creative Director for Three Lions Corp, LLC, a Denver based consultant group and manufacturer of cannabis infused products.  His repertoire includes Big City Tavern, City Cellar and City Oyster for the hot South Florida based restaurant group, Big Time Restaurants; Catering Manager at The Westin Diplomat Hotel and Spa by Starwood Hotels in Fort Lauderdale; Royce was featured in The Palm Beach Post (2003) and recognized as a rising star in the culinary world; Reno, Nevada as Executive Chef, Café Bella Sera, for private investors earning 5 star ratings in The Reno News (2006);  He then returned to South Florida as the Executive Sous Chef of The ONE Restaurant Group at the Gansevoort Group Hotel and launching The ONE Group’s signature brand, STK, in South Beach, FL; Executive Sous Chef and opening team at STK’s premier $13MM restaurant, STK Midtown, NY; Executive Chef Blue Water Grill, New York, NY for the internationally acclaimed Be Our Guest Restaurant Group headed by Steve Hanson.  Reality TV Star appearing in Season 10 of Hell’s Kitchen. By using his learned culinary skills and his strain specific knowledge of cannabis he began to experiment with THC infused candies and chocolates as well as THC infused oils and butters that could be used in his already vast arsenal of recipes.  Today is the culmination of ideas and the birth of a new cannabis evolution that will be driven by Executive Chef Royce Wagner and his desire to create a superior tasting product that will supersede both the culinary and cannabis industries.

Marijuana Research Scientist

Dr. Zacariah L. Hildenbrand received his bachelors of science and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Texas at El Paso, where he also played on the men’s intercollegiate golf team. Dr. Hildenbrand’s doctoral research focused on the molecular architecture involved in hormone-dependent cancers and was awarded the best doctoral dissertation in the College of Science for the year 2010. Dr. Hildenbrand continued his training as a post-doctoral research fellow at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas where he contributed to the development of a novel therapy for the treatment of chronic myeloid leukemia; a blood-borne cancer that afflicts small children. Dr. Hildenbrand has published more than 20 peer-reviewed scientific journal articles and textbook chapters, and has presented his research throughout North and South America. As the Chief Scientific Officer of C4 Laboratories in Mesa, Arizona, Dr. Hildenbrand is focused on educating the general public about the scientific merits of cannabis, as well as developing innovative cannabis-based therapies. Dr. Hildenbrand enjoys new research challenges that carry deep social significance and he is driven to provide solutions and find more efficient treatments for those struggling with illness.