We partnered with Songhees First Nation to operate cannabis stores in Victoria based on Honesty, Trust and Forgiveness. Songhees Nation decided to invest in Water Leaf based on our stellar operational track record
We are creating a pathway for all First Nations to participate in the legal cannabis industry in the name of reconciliation and contributing to the economic development of their community. Water Leaf actively explores opportunities to partner with other First Nations.
We partnered with Songhees First Nation to operate cannabis stores in Victoria based on Honesty, Trust and Forgiveness. Songhees Nation decided to invest in Water Leaf based on our stellar operational track record
We are creating a pathway for all First Nations to participate in the legal cannabis industry in the name of reconciliation and contributing to the economic development of their community. Water Leaf actively explores opportunities to partner with other First Nations.
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Vikram brings over 22 years of retail experience in marketing, business development and customer relations with leading retailers such as Subway and BC Liquor Distribution Branch. Vikram has owned and operated Subway franchises in BC and was a member of the Subway FaF board which oversees marketing spend for all franchises in BC. Vikram has laid the roadmap for Water Leaf’s success in cannabis retail. For his work in the cannabis industry, Vikram was awarded the 2021 Top 100 Innovation CEOs Award by World Biz Magazine.
Chris has over 20 years of project management experience with a proven track record of project implementation. Also, Chris has 20+ years of experience operating a highly regulated BC Lottery Corporation retail store which has him helped navigate cannabis industry’s growth in the regulatory environment. Chris leads the development and operations efforts for stores under management and is responsible for providing a stellar retail experience to the customers.
Sriram is an MBA graduate and a CFA charter holder with eight years of experience in capital markets and corporate finance. He has a demonstrated track record in industry research, company analysis and valuation across Asia, Europe, and North America. Sriram is focused on facilitating managed stores with strategic initiatives that encompass finance and operations to drive long-term growth and value.
Monty offers over two decades of experience in the tech startup, e-commerce, and pharmacy industries. Monty is a proven successful serial entrepreneur with domestic and international experience in both startup and growth organizations. Monty co-founded Zenabis, a Canadian licensed cannabis producer, with an initial investment of $17.0 million and took the company public in 2019. Zenabis was subsequently acquired by HEXO for$235.0 million.
Chief Ron Sam has 12 years of experience as the elected leader of the Songhees Nation and serves as the chair of the Songhees Development Corporation. He is leading the Songhees Nation’s pursuit of self-government, aiming to be out from under the Indian Act by 2027. Under his leadership, Songhees Nation has developed collaborative relationships with Local Governments in Lək̓ʷəŋən territory and the provincial government. Chief Ron brings expertise in government and community relations, negotiation and conflict resolution and strategy development.