Investor Hot Seat Speakers
for January 28, 2021
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Dr. David Cunic, CEO, UCS Advisors
David M. Cunic is an entrepreneur who specializes in Investor Relations Advisory services. "Dr. David", as most people know him as, has raised capital, expanded several companies, and has employed over 300+ people. He has been in the medical field for 18+ years, has been a business owner for 19+ years, and has been in the cannabis industry for 10+ years. Some people have called him the "triple headed dragon" due to his diversity and experience. Over the past 16 years, Dr. David has started over 10+ companies, in both the public and private sector, and has successfully sold many of them. His efforts in business operations and human resources won him the prestigious Alfred Sloan Award for Workplace Programs and Flexibility. David has assisted many companies in securing millions of dollars for his clients ranging from the cannabis, hemp, energy, medical, water, and the beverage industry. He has served on numerous boards as an advisor and trusted source of information. Dr. David also performs presentations and speaks at conferences on a variety of topics in both the medical sector and cannabis industry.
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Christopher Freeman, CEO, Basic Human Needs
Christopher Freeman is the Founder/CEO and platform architect of BHN-Basic Human Needs Inc.
Christopher is a graduate of SCAD-Savannah College of Art and Design (Savannah Campus)-The institution of creative professional. He has a degree in illustration design BFA 1992. Through many years in the design industry, Christopher has managed design projects producing a wide variety of products for himself and many clients. He is committed to developing trend setting design solutions and services from creative mind to finish product, he leads creative business adventures to markets. Christopher’s creativity crosses into original designing development, product development, product manufacturing, product presentations, product marketing, business strategy model development and professional business imaging. He develops the visual tools and creative solutions needed to bring new original product direction to markets. Christopher's design adventures has been unlimited. logistic product design for packaging delivery system, product and marketing development for car wax industry, development of youth football fundamental equipment company-youth football industry ages 5-18 (USA football manufacturing companies). About BHN- Basic Human Needs A 4th industrial design platform committed to building a sustainable system for humanity. A new breed of social impact corporations designed for the people by the people. BHN’s core business model is the design, manufacturing and distribution of green brand basic human need products. BHN products are under its 5 categories(5C) heads: Building materials, non perishable food, paper/products, clothing, hygiene & medical supplies. BHN’s 5C supply chain is supported by its hybrid retail fulfillment system, global green manufacturing partners, essential warehouses and BHN blockchain technology. BHN combines creativity and human solutions throughout its platform to efficiently support communities with basic human need services. BHN is forming global partnerships to collectively integrate sustainable development goals(SDG) solutions into global communities. Development and distribution of green basic human need products, hemp products to contribute to building circular communities. BHN and SDG partners have join forces to invest in: zero hungry, ending poverty, equal skills education, equal employment, green innovation, new agriculture and humanity. The future of global communities are regenerative, green, circular, sustainable and connected. BHN and partners will support communities with their unique platforms to achieve these essential goals. Demand for basic human needs products and services continues to grow day by day globally. Without a BHN system in place soon, the negative gap of humanity will grow disproportionately wider. Together we can prepare our world for future humanitarian events to come. Help build a strong basic human needs foundation for mankind. BHN- investing in humanity. Name of Company: Basic Human Needs Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-freeman |
Cleetis Mack, CEO, Cannabiz Venture Partners
Name of Company: Cannabiz Venture Partners
Company Website: www.cannabizventure.com Email: [email protected] LinkedIn Company: www.linkedin.com/company/cannabiz-venture-partners |
David Abecassis, CEO, Titan Bioplastics
David Abecassis is an experienced Chief Executive Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the chemicals industry. Strong business development professional skilled in Validation, Polymers, Soil, Nanotechnology, Biodegradable Materials and Patents.
About Titan Bioplastics Titan Bioplastics is an advanced Nano Technology biopolymer-based science firm with a variety of biodegradable based material technologies. Our advanced nano materials are adapted for use by clients to transform current plastic materials into sustainable ones. Titan stands to pioneer innovative material changes from oil-based plastic to plant-based bioplastics. Bioplastics industry is exploding and so is the technology to support the changes in material replacements. Titan has the potential to lead this industry by providing a broad range of formulation replacements with Nano Technology. Name of Company: Titan Bioplastics Company Website: www.titanbioplastics.com Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/david-abecassis |
Dr. David Cunic, CEO, UCS Advisors
David M. Cunic is an entrepreneur who specializes in Investor Relations Advisory services. "Dr. David", as most people know him as, has raised capital, expanded several companies, and has employed over 300+ people. He has been in the medical field for 18+ years, has been a business owner for 19+ years, and has been in the cannabis industry for 10+ years. Some people have called him the "triple headed dragon" due to his diversity and experience. Over the past 16 years, Dr. David has started over 10+ companies, in both the public and private sector, and has successfully sold many of them. His efforts in business operations and human resources won him the prestigious Alfred Sloan Award for Workplace Programs and Flexibility. David has assisted many companies in securing millions of dollars for his clients ranging from the cannabis, hemp, energy, medical, water, and the beverage industry. He has served on numerous boards as an advisor and trusted source of information. Dr. David also performs presentations and speaks at conferences on a variety of topics in both the medical sector and cannabis industry.
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Gregg Steinberg, CEO, Greenway DNA
Gregg Steinberg is the CEO of Greenway DNA a comprehensive personalized DNA testing solutions provider that provides individuals exact THC and CBD dosing recommendations based on how their genetic makeup can affect their response to specific cannabis products. Greenway DNA’s recommendations assist in identifying the best cannabinoid profile for that individual relative to impact for a specific medical indication, such as pain, anxiety and insomnia.
Gregg is also CEO for Green Globe Data and Research. Green Globe is the holding company for the operating entities controlling various brands and cultivation operations controlled by Jim Belushi. Jim’s farm in Oregon, Rogue’s Lair, has a license for 40,000 sq. ft. of canopy and the brands consist of The Blues Brothers, Belushi’s Secret Stash, Captain Jacks (SNL), and Good Ugly Weed. Gregg is a member of the Board of Directors of The ArcView Group. The Arcview Investor Network currently consists of 600+ accredited investors investing in the cannabis and hemp market. More than 260 companies have raised at least $212 million as a result of their participation in Arcview. Arcview is also a partner in Canopy, a seed-stage business accelerator Gregg is a current Board Advisor and immediate past founding CEO of Growcentia, a Fort Collins Co. based company that manufactures both organically derived microbial plant bio-stimulants that enable growers to maximize the yield and quality of various crops and natural plant extract 25 (b) bio-control products. All in the market under the brand “Mammoth®” The company launched in 2015 and its #1 market share technologies are sold primarily in the cannabis and industrial hemp markets through grow (hydro) stores and direct to commercially licensed cultivators and farmers coast to coast in the US as well as internationally across more than a dozen countries. Gregg is a Board Advisor to Cloud Creamery and early stage company focused on bringing premium quality infused (cannabis) specialty edible products to market. The company’s first product line is artisanal ice cream in multiple flavors. Gregg is also Vice-Chairman of the Board for OXIO Health, a healthcare technology and service provider aggregator. Prior to the afore mentioned Gregg founded Charlemagne Global Advisory a strategy and operations advisory firm for both for profit and not for profit entities. Projects and initiatives of CGA have been in and around the incubation and acceleration of early and development stage start-up ventures as well as more mature enterprises in various industries including clean and green tech, healthcare, CPG, professional services, technology and cloud-based apps, startup / early stage incubators and educational endeavors. Previous to founding CGA, Gregg was the President and/or Managing Director of numerous associated companies delivering a broad spectrum of strategic consulting and other professional services. The company was listed twice (both times in the top 10) by INC. magazine in the INC. 500. Cumulative revenues under Gregg’s presidency exceeded $2 billion. Gregg was a participant in the healthcare technology explosion in the late 1990’s and early 2000’s. Gregg was an early investor in and advisor to The Quantum Group a health services MSO and cloud EMR platform. Gregg initially engaged in the company during its start-up and pre revenue phase. The company went public in 2007 and Gregg sat on the company’s Board of Directors and its audit and compensation committees between 2007 and 2009. Between 2011 and 2013 Gregg took on an acting C-suite role for the company. Gregg has stayed actively engaged as an advisor to the company. Gregg is a past sustaining member of NCIA (National Cannabis Industry Association) and sat on the Marketing Advisory Committee, has been involved in other committees including in the cultivation committee. Gregg has been involved in numerous early stage and entrepreneurial initiatives in a broad ranging array of industries. Gregg also serves on the Board of the Simon School Venture Fund (Simon School of Business, About Greenway DNA The founders of GreenWay DNA came together around a vision of providing personalized information that will help accelerate each individual’s path to wellness with the natural-healing powers of cannabinoids, the medicinal compounds produced by cannabis and hemp. We realized that bringing individuals the knowledge, based on their personal genetic information, of how their endocannabinoid system might be predisposed to function in response to phytocannabinoids (those cannabinoids that are produced by cannabis and hemp) would provide useful information for better understanding the potential efficacy of dose regimes of cannabinoids for the relief of conditions such as pain, anxiety, sleep disorders and other conditions.
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Jeffrey Ullman, CEO, GoodFOR
Jeff Ullman is a multiple serial entrepreneur. Most experts declare entrepreneurs should not admit their defeats but as a life-long entrepreneur I've had a challenging life making lives healthier, wealthier & happier. Changing consumer behavior can be punishing: I know the thrill of ascending unclimbed mountains (making million$ for myself & partners) along with the humility in falling from grace (with grace): Entrepreneur vs. EntreMANURE.
In 1976 I created my first breakthrough socially responsible company, Great Expectations Video Dating and helped 100,000+ couples marry. In the '80's & '90s co-created 2400+ hours of TV series: Love Connection (12 seasons); TailDaters (4 seasons); Authored: The Singles Almanac; 12 Secrets for Helping Find Love & Commitment; The Lost Love Life of the Workaholic. I loved helping change romance for the ages. Yet it wasn't long ago when people scoffed at 'losers'; singles who chose a new route to happiness by opting for modern search tools like video dating. Critics cried: "No one will pay to find love!" (Yet I was the first to prove it untrue & exited quite successfully) My wife Cindy & I created Twoology.com to help couples stay happily together by remembering their Relationship ABCs: Always Be Courting. (Another successful exit) I've raised million$ for charities; am a non-monotonous monogamist & a devoted dad. In 2013 I quietly entered the medical cannabis industry helping match people with information that was good for them. In 2015 I created the YPO (Young Presidents Organization) Cannabis Industry Wealth & Health Group. In 2016 I dived deeply into pharmacogenetic testing to save my wife's life from Stage 4 metastatic breast cancer: found the right researchers, clinicians & cannabis. She's healthy! In 2018 my wife, Cindy Ullman, and I created GoodFOR® and invite you to exceed your expectations by finding the wellness products which can be good for you and your loved ones. About GoodFOR GoodFOR’s breakthrough pain products are superior to any other pain topical. They work to relieve aches and pains in seconds, last longer, and are far less expensive. They are so extraordinarily good for pain relief of all kinds that the company guarantees their effectiveness, or double your money back. As good for health as they are, they are even better for investors who recognize the wealth value. The Company’s global trademarks make it extremely attractive to sell to a buyer with healthcare, beauty, performance, and an infinite array of consumer products and services
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John Nemanic, Partner, Green Coast Capital
John Nemanic is a partner in Green Coast Capital International S.A. Green Coast is an international investor providing flexible and innovative financing to the small-cap and micro-cap marketplace in a variety of sectors. Our team consists of experts in capital markets making quick decisions to provide growth capital to issuers.
John is a serial entrepreneur and investor. As co-founder, Chairman and CEO, he exited 3 very successful Internet start ups. In 2006, Hostopia raised 29.2 million (TSX:H), then sold to Deluxe Communications for $124 Million USD. Tucows was sold to the Steinmetz Group for $45 Million April 1999. Tucows current market cap. is over $600 Million. Internet Direct was merged with Look Communications in 1999 with a deemed value of $560 Million John's current interests are medical cannabis, cultivation, hemp and CBD start ups, with a focus on Colombia. He is married to Sandra Carrillo MD a leading expert in Cannabis for clinical applications, and was appointed as "Clinical professor in charge of the scientific program for cannabis research and education", Faculty of Medicine, University of Panama. John manages Panamanian and Colombian based businesses. He is a former member of EO Panama and has extensive contacts within Panama. He also is a former member of EO Toronto (1995) and YPO Toronto (1999). He is actively seeking high-return opportunities to invest in and serve as a director for high-quality cannabis oriented firms. If you are seeking a highly experienced operator, a dynamic leader who understands the growth cycles of start-ups, and how to develop exit strategies please contact John Nemanic. About Green Growth Partners Green Coast Capital International S.A is a private international investment firm focused on investing in small- and micro-cap publicly traded growth companies. We provide flexible debt and equity structured investments across several international markets. We seek to invest in high growth and distressed situations. Green Coast Capital International S.A allocates capital across all industries in four core strategies: discounted equity, convertible debt, convertible preferred equity, and undervalued open market opportunities. We only manage our own capital giving us the ability to make timely and qualified investment decisions.
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Joseph Chicas, Founder, Cannabiz Venture Partners
Joseph Chicas is a proven cannabis strategist that guides emerging cannabis companies through licensing, real estate acquisition and growth strategies.He's currently the Founder and CEO of Cannabiz Venture Partners and heads up strategic relations for the Leaves of Legend cannabis brand. He is a part owner in multiple cannabis licenses in California, from delivery to cultivation to retail. Joseph is also a business strategist for Nugl Media where he publishes articles and content to support cannabis entrepreneurs. He once served as the Executive Director of Cannabis Advising Partners, at a point when it was the top cannabis advising firm in California.Joseph is a former policy professor from the University of Southern California where he taught government relations and policy analysis, which are essential tools to excel in the cannabis regulatory landscape. Earlier in his career, Joseph served as an advisor to LA Mayor Eric Garcetti on economic development issues, specifically veteran affairs and small business. He obtained his BA from UCLA and his Master's Degree from USC.
About Cannabiz Venture Partners Our mission at CVP, is to help you win big in the cannabis industry. Navigating and finding success within this emerging industry is filled with risks, but are here to minimize your risks, while maximizing success. We're here to support and partner with you as you set your foundation and scale your ventures. We offer three core services to position you for success.
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Keith Griffin, Celebrity Brand Development, Leaves of Legend
Leaves of Legend was founded by Krayzie Bone of Bone, Thugs and Harmony; Born of Legends, Leaves of Legend is at the crossroads of Cannabis, Culture and Community. Our mantra lies within the communities we reach. We are about our legends, and you, our legacy makers. Our mission is to utilize cannabis and culture to positively impact communities across the geographical spectrum. Leaves of Legend offers premium grade cannabis and merchandise to help further the mission of community awareness and positive action. We, at Leaves of Legend, feel everyone should have the opportunity to Be Legendary.
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Miriam Davidovic, CEO, Roshem Ventures
Miriam Davidovic is the General Partner and CEO at Roshem Ventures in Israel. Founder of Roshem Impact, a Certified B Corporation and Roshem Strategic Communications. Responsible for impact-driven business operations across Canada, the United States, Portugal, Serbia and South Africa. Co-Founder and Board Member at the Roshem Foundation. Furthering the adoption of impact measurement and management best practices, alongside inclusive business thought leadership, across the global regenerative economy. Leading the development of impact finance, data, verification, certification and impact-driven business models and technology tools through the Roshem Institute and RAZ Financial Innovation Network
About Roshem Ventures We’re on a mission to heal the world by developing a regenerative economy through impact investing.Our solutions and networks facilitate individual growth and information-sharing within our investee, client and member ecosystem. We support sustainable ventures through resources, education and business development consulting services.
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Prahlad Parajuli, PhD, Co-founder, Nova Plantum
Dr, Parajuli obtained his Ph.D. in Cancer Biology and Immunology from the University of Delhi, followed by post-doctoral research training at the University of Tokushima, Japan and University of Nebraska School of Medicine, Omaha NE He is a Faculty in the Departments of Neurosurgery and Oncology at Wayne State University School of Medicine and Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI. More than 20 years of research experience on medicinal plants - especially in analyzing phytochemical content and assessing anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer and anti-obesity activities of plant extracts. Experience in working with pharmaceutical industry leaders for analyzing immunologic response of cancer drugs in patients’ blood samples. Published over 50 research articles, reviews, book chapters and editorials.
Prahlad Parajuli is a passionate, fast-paced research scientist with comprehensive expertise in onco-immunology leading to successful ‘concept to in vitro/in vivo studies to a manuscript and federally-funded clinical trial helping veterans with treatment-resistant lung adenocarcinoma’ within a year.He is self-motivated team leader with strong work ethics to design and execute projects involving in vivo tumor models; ex vivo immune phenotyping; Immune cell (T cells, NK cells,) isolation, expansion, characterization; in vitro 3D model, resulting in 5 federal and 3 Foundation research grants as well as 3 Industry contracts.Prahlad has exceptional scientific medical writing and editing skills represented by 50 publications, 1 book editing, IRB filing, writing SOPs, and reviews of multiple grant applications & manuscriptsAutonomous genomic/transcriptomic/proteomic study design and data analysis leading to discovery and identification of therapeutic/prognostic biomarkers in onco-immunology Prahlad has outstanding verbal communication and interpersonal skills depicted by classroom/lab teachings and numerous presentations at national and international meetings About Nova Plantum We’re on a mission to heal the world by developing a regenerative economy through impact investing.Our solutions and networks facilitate individual growth and information-sharing within our investee, client and member ecosystem. We support sustainable ventures through resources, education and business development consulting services. About Nova Plantum Nova Plantum is a technology and knowledge driven company, located in Middle Georgia, in the heart of the rural agricultural region. The company is managed by 4 visionaries, from diverse backgrounds, spearheading this 21st century company. Our aim is to create solutions, fusing traditional knowledge with modern technology, resulting in synergistic products enhancing human and animal health, with minimal negative impact on the environment. We grow, harvest, manufacture, and distribute products which are healthy for you, without damaging the environment, and with a very small carbon footprint. Using innovative biotechnological tools, we undertake mass production of medicinal plant. The medicinal plants are selected for their desirable traits and are mass propagated in a state-of-the-art center using tissue culture technology As part of our full service offerings, we also supply raw medicinal plant material. We have a vibrant research division with state of the art facilities based in Georgia and Michigan. We also provide consulting services on sustainable production and utilization of select medicinal and bio-energy plants.
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Stephen Cutter, CEO, Hemp for the Future
Stephen Cutter is a lifelong Entrepreneur and founder of Hemp for the Future. Stephen has a passion for sustainable solutions and is using Hemp as a platform to create regenerative economies for sustainable development. Stephen has started and operated multiple businesses and has a niche in connecting leaders and pioneers in many different sectors. Stephen has traveled the world over the last several years with a mission to find change makers and sustainable solutions. He has attended the World Economic Forum in Davos Switzerland, The Global Climate Summit in San Francisco and the UN General Assembly in search of these solutions.
About Hemp for the Future Hemp for the Future a Public Benefit Corp goal is to improve the health of the land, provide abundance to the people and innovate new products in this incredible developing hemp industry. Hemp for the Future has put together a team of Hemp experts to help guide communities with the proper education, finance, insurance, equipment, tools, legal, processing/logistics and resources to be able to help plant, cultivate and process hemp in a cooperative fashion.
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Sudhir Athni, MD, Co-founder, Nova Plantum
Dr. Athni obtained his BS in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Rice University (Magna cum laude), followed by a Medical Degree (MD) from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX. This was followed by specialty training in Internal Medicine and Neurology. Subsequently, he obtained an MBA from Mercer University, in Macon, GA. For over 25 years, he has been a practicing Neurologist and the Medical Director of Neurology of Central Georgia. He is actively involved with teaching young doctors as he is also an Assistant Clinical Professor of the Medical College of Georgia, Augusta University. He is also the President of the Georgia Neurological Society. He has authored numerous research papers, been the author of various book chapters, given lectures on various Neurologic topics, all over the world.
About Nova Plantum Nova Plantum is a technology and knowledge driven company, located in Middle Georgia, in the heart of the rural agricultural region. The company is managed by 4 visionaries, from diverse backgrounds, spearheading this 21st century company. Our aim is to create solutions, fusing traditional knowledge with modern technology, resulting in synergistic products enhancing human and animal health, with minimal negative impact on the environment.
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