Advisory Board
Clover Leaf University’s elite faculty are global leaders in their respected fields. Our faculty and staff are world-renowned experts and trailblazers in horticulture, phytotechnology, photochemistry, and neurobiology. CLU faculty members have contributed significantly to the legislation, regulation, research, education, and business practices that have led to the growth and opportunities in the robust cannabis industry today.
Chloe Villano
Chloe Villano® the President and Founder of Clover Leaf University. Ms. Villano is a business consultant and entrepreneurial executive with 15 years of experience in business startups and turning companies toward success with consulting services.
Mark Batson
Mark Batson is an American producer, musician and songwriter. He has worked on albums by artists including Alicia Keys, Dave Matthews Band, LeAnn Rimes, Anthony Hamilton, Eminem, India Arie, 50 Cent, Jay-Z, Maroon 5, Skylar Grey, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, Seal, Nas, and Sting. He has also composed music for films and television shows including I, Tonya, American Hustle, Sharp Objects, Spider-Man 2 and Power Book IV: Force
Dr. Deborah Mash
Deborah Carmen Mash is an American professor of neurology and of molecular and cellular pharmacology at the Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, and director of the Brain Endowment Bank at the University of Miami. She is also the Chief Executive Officer and founder of DemeRx
Neil Demers
Mr. Neil Demers is an expert in all aspects of the MJ industry including retail, grow and edible/concentrate operations.
Dr. David Bearman M.D.
One of the most clinically knowledgeable physicians in the U.S. in the field of medicinal marijuana. He has spent 40 years working in substance and drug abuse treatment and prevention programs. Dr. Bearman was a pioneer in the free and community clinic movement. His career includes public health, administrative medicine, provision of primary care, pain management and cannabinology.His almost 40 year professional experience in the drug abuse treatment and prevention field includes being the Co-Director of the Haight-Ashbury Drug Treatment Program, being a member of Governor Reagan’s Inter Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse, a member of both the Santa Barbara and the San Diego County Drug Abuse Technical Advisor Committees.He has been recognized by the Santa Barbara Medical Society with the Humanitarian Recognition Award.
Shawn Coleman
He began work in marijuana policy while serving as a Legislative Assistant for
Representative Jared Polis, a congressional leader on marijuana policy reform in Washington D.C.
Neal Langerman
40 years experience in chemical safety Global reputation in chemical process safety Knowledge of both butane and CO2 extraction
CHRIS FOLTZ
Chris Foltz is a renowned startup advisor, transformation strategist, inspirational speaker, & Managing Director of the Silicon Valley-based global advisory firm Responsible Solutions Ltd. From his roots in partisan politics to a battle with drug addiction, 119 days in jail, losing everything, and facing homelessness, Chris is now one of the most sought-after strategic advisors and engaging initiators of unique, impact-focused, go-to-market collaborations around the world.
Justin Wilson, MBA
Born in the 1970s and deeply immersed in the cannabis culture from an early age, Justin has turned his lifelong passion into a thriving career. Leveraging his unique knowledge of the cannabis industry, he funded his graduate studies at Eastern Washington University (EWU), which served as the foundation for his future success. Armed with a master’s degree from EWU, Justin embarked on a journey to build a brand that would eventually become a cannabis empire. His expertise and dedication led to the creation of two leading industry brands: the first Piece of Mind store in 1997 and Satori in 2014. These brands have since expanded to over 20 locations across multiple states. Justin's innovative ideas have resonated deeply with the cannabis community, making his brand synonymous with quality and culture. In the Pacific Northwest, the peace sign and skull logo of his brands are as iconic as the Nike swoosh, instantly recognizable and associated with cannabis. With decades of experience, Justin holds the title of Chief Experience Officer, reflecting his pivotal role in the industry's evolution. From unauthorized sales in his apartment to the establishment of large retail stores and the legalization of recreational cannabis in five states, Justin has been a driving force behind the industry's growth and transformation.
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