Our Distinguished Advisory Board
NCCA is proud to be guided by an esteemed advisory board of industry leaders, innovators, and experts who bring invaluable expertise to cannabis education and certification.
Meet Our Visionaries
The collective wisdom and experience of our advisory board steer NCCA's mission to elevate the cannabis industry.
A luminary in cannabis cultivation and marketing with over 200 successful harvests. Harper's mastery of complex cultivation techniques and his spiritual journey to the high mountains of Northern India and Nepal have made him a beacon of wisdom in the industry. An ultramarathoner who ran across America twice for "Run it Forward."
Former Naval serviceman and RIT graduate who pioneered premium-grade extraction techniques. His collaboration with Montel Williams ignited his passion for medicinal cannabis. Co-founded his first California extraction company in 2012, setting industry benchmarks in high-quality cannabis products for healing and optimization.
Cannabis industry pioneer who graced High Times magazine at 22 for breakthrough genetic cloning work. Founded and scaled twelve successful cannabis companies, tripled operations on a 20-acre site with 18 greenhouses. Known as "Dr. SaveAGrow" for his operational turnaround expertise.
Built and sold multiple agricultural ventures before success as a professional poker player. Launched one of Northern California's first cannabis delivery services. His venture Re-Up Delivery thrives with nearly 500 weekly deliveries, emphasizing premium curation and customer education.
Former pastor who founded ChristianCannabis.com, Mormon Meds, and LDS Leaf after discovering nearly 40% of Christian congregations had used cannabis. His unconventional journey from pulpit to dispensary has redefined conversations around cannabis within faith-based communities.
Brings over 30 years of biotech and pharmaceutical experience to cannabis wellness. A certified wellness coach specializing in bridging clinical science with holistic health practices. Her personal health journey deepened her commitment to plant-based therapies and alternative healing modalities.