by Grow Up Conference | Sep 1, 2017
Anantlife has launched the world’s first genetic test to to look at the predisposition to several long-term health effects of Cannabis, which include cannabis dependence, cannabis induced cognitive defects, cardiovascular issues as well as eating disorders.Dr. Kushwah is an accomplished scientist with a vast experience in different areas of human diseases, particularly stem cells, genetics, immunology and regenerative / personalized medicine. Prior to joining Anantlife, Dr. Kushwah has held faculty appointment with the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa and was an accomplished federal government scientist within the Human Health Therapeutics branch of the National Research Council of Canada. He received his doctorate from the University of Toronto and has been a recipient of numerous prestigious awards by different foundations as well as the Government of Canada. Additionally, he has served as a consulting scientist with the world-renowned Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto and is a regular speaker in international circuit. Furthermore, he has authored numerous publications in medical journals and also serves as a reviewer/editor for several journals in the field of medicine. Dr. Kushwah is extremely passionate about transforming the lives of people to lead healthier and better lives.
by Grow Up Conference | Sep 1, 2017
Aaron is the founder and CEO of Stoic Advisory Inc. (Stoic). Stoic is a Toronto-based consulting firm focused on providing corporate finance advisory services to companies within the global cannabis industry. Prior to founding Stoic, Aaron was an Investment Analyst at Interward Asset Management, a specialist investment firm based in Toronto. While there he played an active role in capital allocation including investments in the cannabis sector.
Prior to Interward, Aaron spent over four years at Dundee Capital Markets (now Eight Capital), starting as a Research Associate in the mining sector before moving on as an Analyst covering Medical & Recreational Cannabis companies. Aaron pioneered research coverage of the Medical Marijuana sector, becoming the first Analyst in Canada to cover all public licensed producers as well a US-based operator. He has been frequently quoted in the press, including, The Financial Post, Bloomberg, Reuters, and Financial Times.
Aaron holds a CFA designation and obtained his Honors Business Administration (HBA) degree from the Ivey School of Business at the University of Western Ontario, with a focus in finance.
by Grow Up Conference | Sep 1, 2017
I possess 20 years of experience in the security industry mainly focused on large complex integration projects in the Government, Correctional, Healthcare, Law and Protection, Commercial and Industrial verticals.
I started my career in the security industry as an R&D technologist working alongside renowned individuals from the industry to design software and hardware used across the world to secure correctional facilities, large facilities, VIP and numerous other facilities. Early in my security integration career, I completed several successful challenging projects as a senior technician and site supervisor. These experiences allowed me to better understand the complexity and challenges of complex security projects and develop from my early position to upper management positions.
From 2011-2017, I focused my efforts towards business development / sales, system design, senior project management and operations. On a business development / sales front, I opened several new and exciting accounts and I have been part of several sales efforts for security projects ranging from $10K to $10M+ (Security). On a system design / senior project management front, my designs and project management techniques have been proven on several occasions. I successfully sold, designed and managed projects with values up to $7M+ while remaining on schedule and on margin.
I have applied knowledge of most if not all aspects of a security project from project pursuit / sales to project completion.
I successfully designed and deployed the following security systems and sub-systems:
– Video Management Systems / Closed Circuit Television Systems (CCTV)
– Access Control Systems
– Intrusion Detection Systems (Interior, Exterior – Perimeter Detection)
– Inmate Control Systems (Door Control, Nurse Call, Guard Tour)
– Active and Passive Duress Systems
– Intercom and Public address systems
– Networking Infrastructure (Wired and Wireless)
by Grow Up Conference | Sep 1, 2017
Jenn is President of CBD Strategy Group. Over the past 17 years, she has worked in multiple industries from the music business and online gambling, to pharmaceutical, tobacco, payments, technology, fashion, and consumer packaged goods. Her core focus has always been on experience and communication that work and resonate within disrupted, governed and regulated environments.
She approaches her work with a healthy sense of transparency, reality and vulnerability. And, makes the magic happen through the practice of her guiding mantra…eventually, everything connects.
Amongst her peers she is known as a thought leader and boundary pusher. Through it all, Jenn has found that her journey in music, movies, gaming, digital, and spirituality all share an underlying objective: they are each about creating unique experiences where people can thrive, feel alive, and connect with something greater than themselves.
by Grow Up Conference | Sep 1, 2017
Ryan is a clinic manager and community advocate with Cannabis Supply Co. A patient centered clinic which provides legal access, advice and education to eligible Canadian patients.
His position requires many hats including patient support and education, relationship management, marketing, business development, operations, and strategy. Ryan is a strong believer in the cannabis movement, alternative health, patient care, education, and an inclusive market.
Over the past 15 years, Ryan has worked in many industries including financial services, security and intelligence, gaming, small business, and nonprofit. What began with financial research into the industry quickly changed when he started to understand the massive medical potential of cannabis, from what he previously knew and understood. Ryan has always been an advocate for fair access and sought opportunities to join the industry when the rules and conversations around medical cannabis began to shift. He began to deeply explore cannabis as an alternative medicine, and consuming it with increased awareness and purpose. He decided to shift completely into the cannabis industry late in 2016.
Ryan applies his knowledge and experience to contribute in changing the dialogue around cannabis consumption and regulation, and to help patients understand and navigate an entirely new and legal industry.
by Grow Up Conference | Sep 1, 2017
Sabrina Gherbaz is a partner in the Commercial Real Estate Group and Infrastructure and Energy Group at Torys. She has experience in the cannabis field and has advised industry stakeholders on various aspects of structuring joint ventures and other strategic alliances including corporate and partnership matters, real estate, financing, employment, tax and distribution. Sabrina has more than 20 years of experience advising clients on complex commercial transactions and has been recognized by clients and peers as a leading lawyer in real estate, project finance and business law. Sabrina was also recognized as one of Canada’s leading lawyers under 40 by Lexpert.
by Grow Up Conference | Sep 1, 2017
With over 30 years of experience as a corporate and securities lawyer, Margaret provides reliable and incisive advice clients can use with confidence. She is actively involved in mergers and acquisitions and works closely with boards on an ongoing basis to help them adopt best governance practices and manage critical issues. As a former member of the Securities Advisory Committee of the Ontario Securities Commission, Margaret brings a depth of perspective and understanding to her practice that provides a tangible benefit to her clients. She keeps on top of emerging issues that affect her clients and draws on her wide-ranging expertise to provide them with guidance on how best to respond.
Margaret is a member and former practice group leader of the firm’s Capital Markets Group. She is also a member of the Mergers & Acquisitions/Private Equity Group and the Energy and Cannabis Teams. Margaret has significant expertise in corporate governance, investments for financial institutions and pension plans, mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, public financings, acquisition financings, private placements, proxy solicitations, corporate reorganizations and general corporate work.
Margaret advises public and private companies across a variety of sectors. Her experience includes acting as counsel to one of Canada’s largest gas distribution utilities, one of Canada’s largest pension plans, various real estate sector participants and large governmental and quasi-governmental not-for-profit entities.
Margaret regularly advises the boards of directors of public companies on corporate governance and other matters. She is a member of the board of trustees of Allied Properties REIT and previously served as a director of a large Ontario electricity distributor. Margaret is also a director of Lakefield College School, and was a director of Alpine Ontario Alpin, the provincial governing body for the sport of alpine ski racing in Ontario.
by Grow Up Conference | Sep 1, 2017
Sherri earns the trust of her clients by adeptly managing complex and time-sensitive corporate finance transactions and by providing relevant, business-focused solutions to corporate/commercial and capital markets issues. Her depth of perspective and understanding of corporate and securities law matters comes from her ongoing representation of clients ranging from small and medium enterprises to established multi-billion dollar corporations. Sherri effectively prioritizes issues on complex and time-sensitive transactions, and works diligently to ensure that outcomes align with her clients’ overall business goals.
Sherri is a member of the firm’s Capital Markets, Corporate/Commercial and Mining Groups as well as a member of the firm’s Capital Pool Company, Startups and Cannabis Groups. Her practice is focused on mergers, acquisitions, corporate reorganizations, public and private financings and ongoing corporate and commercial matters. She has developed specialized expertise in capital markets transactions, including advising real estate investment trusts with respect to board governance, securities and financing matters.
Sherri regularly advises corporations on public offerings, private placement financings, flow-through financings, reverse takeovers, stock exchange listings, continuous disclosure, corporate governance and the formation and completion of qualifying transactions for companies established under the TSX Venture Exchange Capital Pool Company Program.
In 2010, Sherri completed a six-month term of secondment with the Corporate Finance Branch of the Ontario Securities Commission where she was responsible for reviewing and clearing prospectuses and considering applications for relief from the requirements of the Securities Act (Ontario). In 2016, Sherri was appointed to the Ontario Securities Commission Small and Medium Enterprises Committee. Sherri also instructs Corporate Finance at Windsor Law School and is a frequent public speaker.
by Grow Up Conference | Sep 1, 2017
Dario DiCarlo – Principal and Partner at The HIDI Group with over a decade of experience in engineering consulting. A graduate of McMaster University in Engineering Physics, he holds a Masters of Business Administration in Technology and Innovation. As Electrical Lead Engineer, Dario has built a diverse global portfolio of projects that spans various sectors including pharmaceutical, mission critical, educational institutions, and arts and culture.
In 2014, Dario began consulting for Commercial Medicinal Marijuana Growers, providing electrical engineering services for new and existing production facilities with an emphasis on long term energy planning and energy cost strategies. As a guest speaker for the Emerging Green Builders’ Greater Toronto Chapter his expertise covers green building design, lighting, controls, power monitoring, and renewable energy.
by Grow Up Conference | Sep 1, 2017
Married to wife Judy for 45 years and has two daughters and three grandchildren all residing in Kincardine Ontario.
Al was a member of the Ontario Provincial Police for 32 years.
During that time he was stationed in Markdale, Kincardine, Goderich, Mount Forest and Regional Headquarters in London.
Al has extensive experience in managing major criminal and drug related investigations. Al retired as a Detective Staff Sergeant, Western Region, Criminal Operations .
In 2014 Al was recruited by 7 ACRES to assist them with the design and implementation of all security measures, create Standard Operating Procedures, security staffing as well as acting liaison with local law enforcement. During the past year Al has also taken on the responsibility of community outreach programs, corporate sponsorship’s and community presentations.
