22 Most Demanded Marijuana Experts You Should Follow

Sandi Krakowski

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Sandi Krakowski is a digital media marketing expert, radical ‘new generation’ author, speaker, thought leader, and angel investor. Krakowski has built a $20 million dollar empire – A Real Change International, Inc. – with her self-taught skills. She has a track record of building an online social media presence and getting more than 700,000 clients in 19 months. As a Facebook Marketing Expert, Forbes recognized her as a Top 20 Women Social Media Influencer, Top 20 Online Marketing Influencers, and a Top 50 Social Media Power Influencer.

Sandi is known in the marketplace for empowering women, giving to many causes, conducting business in ways that bring faith into the workplace, discussing those important topics that people choose to avoid, and bringing happiness.

Laganja Estranja

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Jay Jackson, also known as Laganja Estranja has always worn many hats: music artist, choreographer, drag queen, LGBTQ+ icon, and cannabis advocate. Before launching to stardom on Season 6 of RuPaul’s Drag Race, Estranja had earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the California Institute of the Arts. As a cannabis rights activist, she hosted conversations on the legalization of cannabis at Impulse in San Francisco and Trinity College in Dublin Ireland.

In June 2019, Laganja was featured on the cover of New York Magazine. She has also been featured twice in Dope Magazine and High Times Magazine, making her the first drag queen and LGBTQ+ advocate to grace the cover of a cannabis magazine. She is actively developing her brand in the industry with vegan gummies, pre-rolls, and more.

Erik Sinclair

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Erik Sinclair is a successful cannabis taste-maker, content strategist, digital media expert, and copywriter with 25 years of marketing experience under his belt. Sinclair founded his company, SSL Media (stuffstonerslike.com), in 2007 to focus on the growing cannabis legalization movement He has worked as a cannabis legalization advocate for the last 18 years, crafting messaging, organizing activist groups, managing budding writers, magnifying luminaries, and inspiring marijuana enthusiasts around the world.

Sinclair and his company have been mentioned on several sites, including the Wall Street Journal, Alternet, and The Dope-Smoker. In addition to his cannabis-related work, Sinclair has spent the last couple years creating successful ad campaigns and working as a freelance writer for popular print magazines.

Charlo Greene

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Charlo Greene is a revolutionary businesswoman, a former broadcaster for KTVA television in Anchorage, Alaska, and a force in cannabis. In 2014, Charlo made headlines when she quit her job on-air while covering the story of a medical marijuana organization known as Alaska Cannabis Club. She revealed herself as the owner of the club and explained that she was quitting her job to dedicate all her energy to advocating for marijuana legalization in Alaska.

In October of the same year, Charlo received the Courage in Media Award from High Times and was listed by Elle as one of the “13 Most Potent Women in the Pot Industry”. After leaving KTVA, she opened an Indiegogo campaign, which raised over $10,000 for marijuana reform. She also hosted The Weed Show and worked with the Minority Cannabis Industry Association.

Matthew Morgan

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A typical life with “traditional jobs” was not in the cards for Matt Morgan. From dropping out of college after just 10 days to becoming an electrician apprentice and a realtor, Morgan was hoping to find a career path that would satisfy his entrepreneurial mind. The 2008 recession put a halt to his real estate business and shortly after, he finally found his home; the Wild West of the cannabis boom.

Combining his knowledge of farming and his entrepreneurial passion, Morgan developed a 15,000 square foot cultivation facility in just 10 months. He moved to Arizona and started Bloom Dispensaries with a business partner. With a new investment team and strategy, he left Bloom to start Reef Dispensaries and Tryke Industries. He’s also the co-founder of Green Axis Capital Corporation and Ignite Cannabis Co. Today, he is serving as the CEO of Terra Tech and a consultant at OneQor.

Dr. Michele Ross

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Dr. Michele Ross is a medicinal plant expert. Having started her career as a neuroscientist studying addiction, she found her niche in the medicinal use of psychedelic drugs such as mushrooms and cannabis. Dr. Ross has her share of life’s ups and downs, with experiences like becoming the first scientist to star on a reality TV series, beating fibromyalgia with plant medicine, and surviving deadly lung blood clots.

She uses her knowledge in science, plant medicine, and tech to help heal patients, train medical professionals, and build companies that focus on mental health. She’s been a guest expert on radio and TV shows and has been featured in 100s of media outlets. Dr. Ross is also a professor at several online universities, including Green Flower Media and Holistic Cannabis Academy.

Stephen Payne (Marijuana Man)

Stephen Payne is a popular Canadian Youtuber who became famous for doing dabs and rips that he got sponsorship from a weed company. He’s been taking dabs on the internet since 1997 and has more than 90,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel, Marijuana Man. Stephen has worked at HempBC in Vancouver and in support of Marc Emery in his fight for Freedom of speech.

He believes that trust is the greatest bond between a country and its citizens and that governments should protect the rights of its citizens and freedoms to pursue happiness. Stephen Payne advocates for the legalization of marijuana as a long-term solution to better healthcare and creating revenue

CBDiva (Tisha M.)

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Tisha M., better known as CBDiva, is a pharmacognosist, specializing in Phytochemical products, supplements, and medicines, custom formulations and “canootropics.” Taking a holistic and integrated approach to disease therapy, CBDiva is focused on the neurological application of cannabinoids, terpenes, and other natural phytochemicals. She is devoted to medicinal plant research and the study of ethnomedicines, which has resulted in the development of effective formulations that have helped many patients.

Specializing in conditions such as Neuropathy, PD, ALS, TBI, IE, MS, IE, PTSD, PCS, ALZ & Dementia, CBDiva products have successfully improved the quality of life of patients. She also provides protective and preventative care formularies for clients likely to develop neurological conditions, as well as performance enhancement and longevity supplements for athletes and healthy individuals. Tisha has developed highly advanced Sport & Fitness, skincare, and nanoparticle phytotherapy lines.

Marcus Richardson (Bubble Man)

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Marcus Gary Richardson, better known as “The Bubbleman” is a Canadian cannabis enthusiast and entrepreneur. He is an expert in cannabis macro photography, industrial hemp cultivation, and advanced medical cannabis extraction methods. Since 1993, Richardson has had a strong interest in the medicinal use of cannabis and after moving to British Columbia, he began working at The BC Compassion Club as a cannabis cultivator for terminally-ill patients.

In 1999, he developed a safe, compact plant essence extractor called Bubble Bags, which help isolate different grades of trichome heads. His writings and photos of gorgeous, crystal-covered cannabis plants have been featured in various magazines, including, Cannabis Now, National Geographic, High Times, Red Eye, Heads, Cannabis Culture, and Weed World. Richardson continues to study glandular trichomes and educating others on the benefits of producing extracts through dry sifting and water methods.

Trevor Bongani Zungu

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Trevor Zungu is a manager at Future View Tech Ltd, a technology company that builds and supports blockchain technology and develops digital token economy. Zungu oversees digital media content creation, media training, industry analysis, and content campaign strategy. He has more than 10 years of experience in digital media and specializes in blockchain, Internet technologies, Mobile app tech, operating systems, security, and networking & telecommunications.

Zungu is a prominent social media user in South Africa. He uses social media platforms and cutting edge online tools to help brands deliver their message, engage with customers, and grow substantially. In 2008, he founded Flowa Media HD, which is an established internet marketing company that helps companies seek business opportunities in an and out of South Africa. In2015, Zungu co-wrote a free eBook for marketers, which became an internet sensational read.

Jodie Emery

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Activist Jodie Emery has been active in cannabis legalization movements since 2004 when she moved to Vancouver. The Kamloops, BC native was focused on Marc Emery’s activism organization, which included Pot TV Network, Cannabis Culture magazine, the B.C. Marijuana Party, Emery Direct Seeds, and B.C.M.P. headshop. Jodie rose to prominence as an advocate for cannabis legalization during the time that her husband, Marc Emery, the self-proclaimed ‘Prince of Pot’, was imprisoned on drug-related charges in the US.

Her entire adult life has been devoted to the legalization of cannabis through writing, public speaking, education, rallies, political campaign, and legal challenges. Emery has testified before government hearings in favor of cannabis legalization in Washington and has taken part in California marijuana legalization initiatives. She is committed to fighting for the liberation of the cannabis culture and individuals who have been unjustly persecuted.

Steve DeAngelo

Steve DeAngelo is an American cannabis rights activist, entrepreneur, on-screen personality, and author. He is the co-founder of several iconic cannabis businesses, including Steep Hill, Inc., Harborside Inc., the National Cannabis Industry Association, and Arcview Group. De Angelo believes that cannabis should be used for wellness purposes and as a result of this, his company was the first in the country to support comprehensive cannabis education for veterans, seniors, and families with severely ill children. Harborside is a leading advocate for economic justice, environmental sustainability, diversity in the cannabis sector.

DeAngelo is famous for this successful litigation against DOJ’s plan to shut down medical cannabis dispensaries in California and was a lead organizer and fundraiser for Washington’s medical cannabis initiative (I-59). In recognition for his accomplishments, the Hon Willie L. Brown, Jr, former Speaker of the California Assembly, dubbed Steve “The Father of the Legal Cannabis Industry”.

Urban Remo

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Urban Remo Colasanti is a cannabis YouTube sensation and entrepreneur who has helped thousands of individuals discover talents needed to improve and develop world-class products. Remo’s expertise covers all levels of cultivation and has seen him bag 34 awards, worldwide. He has helped thousands learn the skills needed to cultivate and produce world-class products.

His combination of teaching and entertaining has given him more than 250,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel “Urban Remo”. Remo is the founder of RemoNutrients, which offers products that have an entire system of minerals, vitamins, and extracts that a plant needs to thrive. By using pharmaceutical-grade ingredients, Remo’s system helps a garden achieve maximum growth potential.

Tom Angell

Tom Angell is the founder and president of Marijuana Majority, a non-profit organization that helps people understand what marijuana legalization entails and reasons why individuals should support the replacement of failed marijuana criminalization policies. As a veteran with the cannabis law movement, Tom covers the politics and policies of cannabis.

In addition to running Marijuana Majority, Angell is also the editor of Marijuana Movement and has handled campaigns and media relations for Students for Sensible Drug Policy and Enforcement Against Prohibition, an organization of judges, prosecutors, police, and other criminal justice professionals who have seen the adverse effects of the “war on drugs” and are now advocating for the replacement of failed policies that involve the regulation, legalization, and control of drugs. Tom has also reported for MassRoots and Marijuana.com.

Erin Coffey

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Erin Coffey is a native Californian who grew up skateboarding. He is the owner of the 420 media platform and The High Rise clothing brand, which was founded in 2011. Within a few years of launching, High Rise sold in stores countrywide and was a top-selling brand on Karmaloop. This inspired Erin to build many other brands, including an exclusive brand for Forever21.

He also partnered with his friend, Derek Fukuhara, to start a Youtube channel High Rise TV. Six months within the launch and they had over 100k subscribers and millions of views a month. Erin’s clothing brand is heavily influenced by skateboarding, cannabis art, music, nature, and basically the world around us. Erin has vast experience in cannabis marketing, brand development, apparel production, digital media, and sales. Erin currently operates High Rise Agency, providing consultation and management services for leading cannabis influencers and brands.

Radical Russ

With over 1,000 written articles and 3,000 recordings, Radical Russ Belville is one of the leading experts and content producers covering topics that pertain to the cannabis reform movement, the emerging legal marijuana industry the community and culture around it, and science of cannabis. Russ has contributed to Alternet, HIGH TIMES, The Weed Blog, Marijuana Politics, National Cannabis Coalition, Huffington Post, and Salon.

He has also produced recordings for CannabisRadio.com, NORML, and XM Satellite Radio. Russ travels extensively and has spoken in over 70 cities at dozens of national drug policy conferences, political rallies, state legislatures, and events like the Global Cannabis March, Boston Freedom Rally, and Seattle Hempfest. Russ dedicated himself to marijuana legalization activism in 2005 volunteering with Oregon NORML and then moved to Washington DC to work for the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws from 2009 to 2012.

David Bearman, M.D.

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Dr. David Bearman is one of the most knowledgeable doctors in the field of medical cannabis. He has over 40 years of experience working in substance and substance abuse prevention and treatment programs. His experience includes being a member of the Inter-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse, the co-director of the Haight-Ashbury Drug Treatment Program, a consultant to Hoffman-LaRoche, the National PTA, and Santa Barbra County Schools, and a member of the San Diego and Santa Barbra Drug Abuse Technical Advisor Committees.

Dr. Bearman has been practicing in the field of cannabis, cannabinoids, and the endocannabinoid system for over 10 years. His career includes administrative medicine, public health, pain management, provision of primary care, cannabinology, and expert witnessing on cannabis. He currently serves in the American Academy of Cannabinoid Medicine as the Vice President of Quality Assurance and Credentials. Dr. Bearman is an author and has also been featured in a Medical Cannabis documentary.

Dr. Dina

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Dina Browner isn’t really a board-certified M.D., but in her role as a partner in Alternative Herbal Health Services, she takes her job of compassionate caregiving very seriously. Dr. Dina got her nickname from Snoop Dogg for being a pioneer in the medical marijuana movement in Southern California and helping him get a letter of recommendation for medical cannabis She unexpectedly started her journey in the medical cannabis business in 2003 while trying to help a friend fight cancer.

With her newfound interest, she would go ahead to open the first medical marijuana doctor’s office in Southern California. She also inspired a hit TV show, provided consultation services for dispensaries in West Hollywood, and became the go-to consultant for many celebrities, dignitaries, and politicians in Los Angeles and West Hollywood. She hosts Cannabis Confidential on CannabisRadio and continues to run Alternative Herbal Health Services, South California’s oldest continually operating dispensary.

Dr. Rachna Patel

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Dr. Rachna Patel is an internationally recognized doctor who specializes in Cannabinoid Medicine. Since 2012, she’s been treating patients with medical marijuana and CBD products She has helped thousands of patients relieve symptoms for their specific medical conditions, transform their health, and lead better quality lives. During her consultations, Dr. Patel takes time to educate consumers about how to use CBD products, how to ensure they’re getting quality medical-grade products, and what to expect from the use, while also separating facts from fiction and putting the mind of her patients at ease.

Dr. Patel is the author of The CBD Oil Solution, which provides all the information you need to know about CBD. She is an international speaker, expert witness on marijuana and hemp-related court cases, and a consultant to private equity, venture capital, and multi-national corporations on marijuana and hemp products. She has expanded to DocPatels with the aim of reaching even more patients and ensuring licensed healthcare professionals have medical grade CBD products.

Dustin Robinson

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Dustin Robinson is a licensed Florida Attorney, Real Estate Agent, and Certified Public Accountant. He is the Founding Partner of Mr. Cannabis Law, a law firm that exclusively handles diverse business and legal issues within the hemp and medical marijuana industries. Dustin focuses his practice on providing legal, financial, accounting, and business consultation services to business in the highly regulated industries of medical marijuana and hemp

He is also involved in the cannabis industry through the Broward County Medical Marijuana Advisory Board, CannabisLAB, ASTM D-37 Global Standards for Cannabis, ad Hemp Industries Association. Having worked at Deloitte and Holland & Knight, Dustin has a strong background in accounting, law, and business, which gives him the ability to understand all elements of a client’s business in order to develop a custom strategy that gives his clients a competitive edge. He stays abreast of all legal developments in the cannabis industry and uses the information to help clients make the necessary changes in their business.

Nathan Ryan

Nathan Ryan is a personal and cannabis vlogger and influencer. He posts tutorials, reviews, and live smoke sessions testing new cannabis strains and smoke techniques. You can use his social media accounts to get leads on the latest and upcoming products.

What’s great about Nathan is his genuine kindness and his personal commitment to learning more about cannabis and educating other enthusiasts. He is an easy-going person and definitely cares about the cannabis culture.

Racheal Madori

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Racheal is a social activist in many ways. She advocates for Alternative Psychedelic Medicine. She supports the Multidisciplinary Association For Psychedelic Studies (MAPS), a research and educational organization that develops medical, legal, and cultural contexts for people to benefit from the careful uses of psychedelics and marijuana. Rachael shared her very personal story publicly at a Psymposia event in 2017 in Los Angeles, California. Psymposia shares fresh perspectives on how emerging psychedelic science and drug reform shape society. She was interviewed by Paul Austin of The Third Wave, an organization that has a mission to change the way in which mainstream culture perceives psychedelic substances.

Being a suicide survivor and diagnosed with Bipolar 1 Disorder has led her to Mental Health Advocacy. She was previously the Social Media Chair of the Greater Los Angeles Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), Rachael learned about her community and spread the love and support to those affected by suicide. She also fundraises for the National Alliance on Mental illnes (NAMI). She first shared her story publicly at a Survivor Day event put on by the AFSP North New Jersey Chapter in hopes to raise awareness and understanding of what it is to be a suicide survivor and diagnosed with this disorder. Her blogs, social media posts and general outreach typically involve her efforts, trials and successes of continuing a healthy and fulfilling life in the face of mental illness and addiction.