Thinking Outside The Bud

Thinking Outside The Bud

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Thinking Outside The Bud episodes

  • Matthew Nordgren, Founder and C.E.O. at ARCADIAN Fund
    Matthew Nordgren is an ambitious executive, dedicated philanthropist, and accomplished athlete who brings a unique passion to creating strategic alliances. He brings breadth and depth of experience in finance, corporate development, and capital sourcing, as well as in building highly motivated teams of skilled professionals. 
    Mr. Nordgren is currently CEO and Founder of ARCADIAN Fund and ARCADIAN Capital management, a venture fund focused on the ancillary service providing companies in and around the cannabis and hemp industries. More specifically, on Series A type opportunities where proven businesses are looking for growth equity to attack and win new markets. He was recently named one of the “Top 100 Most Influential People in the Cannabis Industry” by High Times Magazine. Additionally, he is the founder of NORDCO Consulting LLC, a private equity firm dedicated to buying and selling middle market companies with forward-thinking vision. To date, Mr. Nordgren has personally managed over $7 billion in transactions and maintains a portfolio of approximately 25 companies.
    Inspired by his belief that education and athletics can open doors for at-risk youth, ​​​​​​​Mr. Nordgren founded The Leadership Foundation—an organization committed to giving back to non-profits whose purpose is to empower youth through sports and education. He feels strongly that young people, regardless of their personal circumstances, should have the opportunity for a bright future and the chance to make a positive impact. Furthermore, he is involved with and contributes to numerous philanthropic causes and remains dedicated to giving back and making a difference.​​​​​​​
    31 min
  • Adam Miller, Founder of BuddingTech

    Thinking Outside the Bud is a business podcast devoted to driving innovation in the cannabis space. During each episode, we speak with founders, investors, thought leaders, researchers, advocates, and policy makers who are finding new and exciting ways for cannabis to positively impact business, society, and culture. Have each episode delivered to your inbox by subscribing here: http://www.thinkingoutsidethebud.com/subscribe


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    28 min
  • Adam Miller, Founder of BuddingTech
    Adam Miller is the founder of BuddingTech and Board Member of the Medical Cannabis Council. Adam is also an advisor to RXMM Health which specializes in climate controlled Hydroponic Cultivation of Medical Cannabis for international markets that have regulated medical cannabis laws.
    26 min
  • Dozie Mbonu, CEO of Janerette's Eco-Friendly Fungi, LLC

    Dozie Mbonu, CEO of Janerette's Eco-Friendly Fungi, LLC (Dr. J’s Fungi), distinguishes himself by facilitating business planning. Dozie’s ability to carefully analyze and evaluate situations makes him an extremely valuable company asset. His previous business ventures have added valuable brand development experience utilizing unique marketing and outside the box perspectives. In 2005, Dozie founded a sports management company, and one of his finest achievements involved managing and qualifying the Nigeria men’s basketball team to the 2012 London Olympics.

    Additionally, Dozie brings almost two decades worth of experience in leadership, leadership development, team building, infrastructure development, and partnership facilitation. As a lead consultant for several international organizations, Dozie knows how to orchestrate business development and execute business strategies. His ability to carefully analyze situations to find resolve makes him a valuable team asset. His distinguished career in international sports management, allows him to effectively uses a seamless blend of direct, affiliate, participative methods and coaching styles. Dozie adds valuable experience in negotiations and brand development through a unique marketing and outside the box perspectives. He is well-versed at analyzing various types of situations where his knowledge of the social sciences (particularly social psychology), delivers an essential dimension to the organizational culture.


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    38 min
  • Dozie Mbonu, CEO of Janerette's Eco-Friendly Fungi, LLC
    Dozie Mbonu, CEO of Janerette's Eco-Friendly Fungi, LLC (Dr. J’s Fungi), distinguishes himself by facilitating business planning. Dozie’s ability to carefully analyze and evaluate situations makes him an extremely valuable company asset. His previous business ventures have added valuable brand development experience utilizing unique marketing and outside the box perspectives. In 2005, Dozie founded a sports management company, and one of his finest achievements involved managing and qualifying the Nigeria men’s basketball team to the 2012 London Olympics.
    Additionally, Dozie brings almost two decades worth of experience in leadership, leadership development, team building, infrastructure development, and partnership facilitation. As a lead consultant for several international organizations, Dozie knows how to orchestrate business development and execute business strategies. His ability to carefully analyze situations to find resolve makes him a valuable team asset. His distinguished career in international sports management, allows him to effectively uses a seamless blend of direct, affiliate, participative methods and coaching styles. Dozie adds valuable experience in negotiations and brand development through a unique marketing and outside the box perspectives. He is well-versed at analyzing various types of situations where his knowledge of the social sciences (particularly social psychology), delivers an essential dimension to the organizational culture.
    36 min
  • Brandon Gold, Founder of Medvape Supply LLC, All Things Vape

    With more than 15 years in the cannabis space, Brandon Gold is an experienced founder with a demonstrated history of working in the alternative medicine industry.

    He's the former Director of Cultivation at Garden State Dispensary, Former COO of Curaleaf CT, Currently the CEO of Medvape Supply LLC and All Things Vape which specializes in the latest vaporization technology.

    With a successful background in management operations he’s focused on capturing a significant share of the impending exponential growth in cannabis related markets and understanding the business side in terms of investment and bringing in funds management and governance.


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    39 min
  • Brandon Gold, Founder of Medvape Supply LLC, All Things Vape
    With more than 15 years in the cannabis space, Brandon Gold is an experienced founder with a demonstrated history of working in the alternative medicine industry.
    He's the former Director of Cultivation at Garden State Dispensary, Former COO of Curaleaf CT, Currently the CEO of Medvape Supply LLC and All Things Vape which specializes in the latest vaporization technology.
    With a successful background in management operations he’s focused on capturing a significant share of the impending exponential growth in cannabis related markets and understanding the business side in terms of investment and bringing in funds management and governance.
    37 min
  • Stephane Dupervil, Quality and Compliance at Cannacure

    Raised in Montreal, Stephane has degrees in Microbiology and Management from McGill University. He made the jump to the Cannabis industry after working for more than 10 years in pharmaceutical injectables production. Now, he's the Head of Quality and Compliance for Cannacure Corporation, a company with facilities in Fort Erie and Essex County in Ontario, Canada.


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    26 min
  • Stephane Dupervil, Quality and Compliance at Cannacure
    Raised in Montreal, Stephane has degrees in Microbiology and Management from McGill University. He made the jump to the Cannabis industry after working for more than 10 years in pharmaceutical injectables production. Now, he's the Head of Quality and Compliance for Cannacure Corporation, a company with facilities in Fort Erie and Essex County in Ontario, Canada.
    24 min
  • Monica Jones, Creative Director, Bud Branding

    Monica is a native New Yorker. After graduating from the School Of Visual Arts with her BFA, she knew that her talents would be best served helping others to define their dreams and find their voice.

    Her drive and determination helped her build 3D Studios, an international boutique branding firm that has served businesses and organizations since 1997.

    Understanding the needs of the cannabis industry were evolving and growing, Ms. Jones created Bud Branding to help change the conversation around cannabis and redefine the industry. She saw the

    need for professional, creative solutions in an industry barely out of its diapers. Bud Branding brings 20+ years of marketing and business acumen to bear on every project.

    Monica loves to travel and enjoys tennis and horseback riding.


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    29 min

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Thinking Outside the Bud is a business podcast devoted to driving innovation in the cannabis space. During each episode, we speak with founders, investors, thought leaders, researchers, advocates, and…