Founders
Niall Neligan | Chairman
Niall Neligan | Chairman
Niall Neligan | Chairman
Niall is an Irish Barrister and Academic. He was called to the Irish Bar in 1999. He is a graduate of the Michael Smurfit Graduate School of Business, University College Dublin.
Eoin Long | C.F.O.
Niall Neligan | Chairman
Niall Neligan | Chairman
Eoin Long is an Irish entrepreneur and former managing director of LKM Music. Eoin is the founder of the Cannabis Review, Executive Director of Advanced Molecule and co-founder of the Cannabis Summit..
Collegiate Advisory Board
Robert Hoban
Jamie Pearson
Jamie Pearson
Robert Hoban is a corporate attorney in the commercial cannabis industry since 2007, working with over 30 governments globally. He founded Hoban Law Group in 2008, the leading full-service cannabis law firm, and now leads the top Am-Law rated corporate cannabis practice in the world after selling Hoban Law Group to Clark Hill Law in 2021.
Jamie Pearson
Jamie Pearson
Jamie Pearson
CEO - New Holland Group
Jamie Pearson has been a highly respected leader in the cannabis industry for over a decade. Her operational success and deep relationships led her to be selected twice from over 7,500 nominees as one of High Times' Most Influential Women in Cannabis.
Beau Whitney
Jamie Pearson
Sita Schubert
CEO | Whitney Economics
Serving an international clientele, Beau is considered one of the leading cannabis economists in the U.S. and globally. His applications of economic principles to create actionable operational and policy recommendations have been recognized by governments, and throughout the economic, investment, and business communities.
Sita Schubert
Sita Schubert
Sita Schubert
General Secretary | European Medical Cannabis Association
Sita is German a lawyer and entrepreneur. She has served on the board of the pharmaceutical industry and the Pharma Code Association. As an investor, she accompanies promising start-ups in the healthcare sector. Since 2016, she has also been involved in the cannabis industry, bringing medical cannabis companies to the German market.
Peter Su
Sita Schubert
Rachel Wright
Director of Specialty Banking | Hanover Bank.
Peter is a seasoned banking executive with over 20 years of experience in financial services and a veteran of the United States Army. He has spearheaded 2 cannabis banking programs as a team leader at commercial banks and is in the process of building out his 3rd program. He writes about the c
Director of Specialty Banking | Hanover Bank.
Peter is a seasoned banking executive with over 20 years of experience in financial services and a veteran of the United States Army. He has spearheaded 2 cannabis banking programs as a team leader at commercial banks and is in the process of building out his 3rd program. He writes about the cannabis industry for Rolling Stone on the Rolling Stone Cannabis Culture Council.
Rachel Wright
Sita Schubert
Rachel Wright
Managing Partner | AB FinWright LLP
Rachel is a CPA and International Tax expert with over ten years of experience in the regulated cannabis industry working with hundreds of operators in the US and abroad.
Mariana Larrea Arias
Dr Małgorzata (Gosia) Meunier
Dr Małgorzata (Gosia) Meunier
Managing Partner | MLA
Mariana Larrea is a distinguished Mexican attorney with a specialisation in Life Sciences, Cannabis, Pharmaceutical, Corporate/Contracts, and Consumer Protection. With a decade of professional experience, she has honed her skills at some of Mexico City's most influential law firms.
Dr Małgorzata (Gosia) Meunier
Dr Małgorzata (Gosia) Meunier
Dr Małgorzata (Gosia) Meunier
Chief Scientific Advisor
Dr Meunier has over 18 years of experience in the Pharmaceutical industry, including roles at GSK, Sunstar, Vifor Pharma, and Panaxia Pharmaceutical, her expertise in European pharmaceutical cannabis and innovation is unparalleled. She ensures that Cannabis Pharmaceutical Companies lead in this dynamic sector.
Sonny Moerenhout
Dr Małgorzata (Gosia) Meunier
Sonny Moerenhout
Managing Partner | Cultivators
Since 2019, Sonny, a founder of Cultivators, has contributed his extensive expertise to the growth of licensed cannabis and hydroponic lettuce businesses. Leveraging his background in plant science and cultivation, along with consulting and research experience, Sonny emphasizes the importance of collaboration
Managing Partner | Cultivators
Since 2019, Sonny, a founder of Cultivators, has contributed his extensive expertise to the growth of licensed cannabis and hydroponic lettuce businesses. Leveraging his background in plant science and cultivation, along with consulting and research experience, Sonny emphasizes the importance of collaboration across pharmaceutical, horticultural, and hobby sectors to achieve success in growing facilities.
Joeri Perneel
Christian Blake
Sonny Moerenhout
Managing Partner | Green Grown
Joeri Perneel is a Belgian entrepreneur and author, with a wealth of experience spanning over twenty years in the field of business development. His collaborative work with a variety of blue-chip companies has contributed to his reputation as an influential figure in the business world.
Carola Perez
Christian Blake
Christian Blake
President | Observatorio Español de Cannabis Medicinal
Carola Perez, is the president of Observatorio Español de Cannabis Medicinal and founder of patient association dosemociones, tirelessly advocates patients' rights since 2014. She leads IACM Patient Council, uniting global organizations to safeguard patient interests in medical cannabis
Christian Blake
Christian Blake
Christian Blake
Chief Growth Officer | Genetica
Christian Blake, Genetica's Chief Growth Officer, brings 10+ years of entrepreneurial expertise, advising and leading in professional services, tech, marketing, and data analytics. With a background spanning marketing, HR, operations, and sales, he's worked with industry giants like Electronic Arts and Black
Chief Growth Officer | Genetica
Christian Blake, Genetica's Chief Growth Officer, brings 10+ years of entrepreneurial expertise, advising and leading in professional services, tech, marketing, and data analytics. With a background spanning marketing, HR, operations, and sales, he's worked with industry giants like Electronic Arts and Blackrock. A seasoned founder, he mentors startups on fundraising, hiring, and sales. As an Angel Investor, he backs early-stage ventures, and boasts 9+ years in cannabis, spanning investment, operations, and advocacy
Marian Mariathasan
Marian Mariathasan
Marian Mariathasan
CEO | Simplifya
Marion is the CEO and Co-founder of Simplifya, the leading regulatory compliance company in the U.S. cannabis industry. He also founded Ceylon Solutions, a software development firm. Marion invests in and advises numerous cannabis companies, including Leafwire and Surna. He has a background in tech, lecturing on entrepreneu
CEO | Simplifya
Marion is the CEO and Co-founder of Simplifya, the leading regulatory compliance company in the U.S. cannabis industry. He also founded Ceylon Solutions, a software development firm. Marion invests in and advises numerous cannabis companies, including Leafwire and Surna. He has a background in tech, lecturing on entrepreneurship, and corporate experience at Cerner and Goldman Sachs.
Heidi Whitman
Marian Mariathasan
Marian Mariathasan
Heidi Whitman, a dedicated professional in cannabis and alternative healthcare, drives industry growth by expanding patient outreach and providing strategic support. Committed to innovation, education, and equal opportunities, she holds key roles in multiple organisations, including the Veterinary Cannabis Society and Pet Pharmaceutical H
Heidi Whitman, a dedicated professional in cannabis and alternative healthcare, drives industry growth by expanding patient outreach and providing strategic support. Committed to innovation, education, and equal opportunities, she holds key roles in multiple organisations, including the Veterinary Cannabis Society and Pet Pharmaceutical Holdings UK. Heidi's efforts aim to enhance global healthcare options.