Removing the Stigma: Bringing Cannabis to the Mainstream

Bobby Nuggz

Bobby Nuggz is a five time award winning cannabis rights activist, celebrated journalist, author and concentrate connosseiur. He has worked in cannabis for the last 14 years. In 2013 he won an award at The Secret Cup finals with his team in Denver, CO. During summer 2014 he also successfully coordinated The Secret Cup Beast Coast which was a tipping point event for this region. Featured in NowThis Weed, his cold start tutorial has gone viral over 10,000,000 combined views. He has judged cannabis cups all across the world from California to Barcelona and is quite knowledgeable on a number of different extracting methods and cultural topics. Bobby continuously organizes unique event concepts in New England and has tirelessly educated the community at seminars and expos from coast to coast. His mission is to help set an overall quality standard in the industry and end the stigmas surrounding cannabis use. Currently you can find his writing in Dig Boston, North East Leaf Magazine and other informative publications or news sources. This Fall, he is one of the co-founders and organizers of a Halloween Cannabis Expo (Hexpo) in Seekonk, Massachusetts which is a harvest, horror and cosplayer expo. Follow the 420 aficionado on instagram @bobbynuggz_official @hexpo_

Michael Thomasson

Michael Thomasson is a dedicated and passionate figure in the cannabis industry who has faced numerous challenges and injustices in his pursuit of a dream. In 2015, he was arrested in Whately, Massachusetts, for operating what was deemed an illegal grow operation, despite his status as both a medical marijuana patient and caregiver.

Michael’s journey in the cannabis industry dates back to 1999, with experience spanning from the legacy market to the present day. He currently owns two LLCs that reflect his commitment to the field. Massachusetts Caregivers focuses on cannabis cultivation education and consulting, with a remarkable track record of treating patients with RSO and even achieving the incredible feat of curing cancer in some cases.

He is also the founder of Infuzed Productions, a renowned entity known for bringing together like-minded cannabis businesses and enthusiasts. Infuzed Productions has hosted prominent events, including gatherings with 60+ vendors and 800+ attendees at venues like the Bull Mansion in Worcester. They were pioneers in renting Greenfield fairgrounds for cannabis meet-ups with the city’s approval.

Throughout his journey, Michael has remained a steadfast advocate for cannabis, unwavering in the face of adversity. Despite the obstacles he has encountered, he is resolute in his quest to obtain a cannabis license in Massachusetts.

Sean Black

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Sean Black has written for High Times magazine for nearly 2 decades and has contributed to other media outlets such as Rolling Stone, Forbes, and Huffington Post. Acting as a bridge between the science of cannabis and its enthusiasts, he has had a front-row seat witnessing the breakneck speed in the evolution of cannabis. Having written articles that range from cultivation and extractions to the celebration of cannabis culture, Sean participates in a myriad of seminars and panels across the country. Most notably, Sean served as the High Times Cannabis Cup’s Competition Director and has overseen over 80 competitions across the globe, lab tested and sampled over 40,000 entries, and overseen 1,000 judges in his search to find the greatest cannabis products the world has to offer. It is his privilege to help redefine the benefits of cannabis and its relationship with humankind.