Episode 28: Medical Marijuana

This episode of ORIGINS features three representatives from the Evermore Cannabis Company located in Baltimore, Maryland. Medical marijuana was legalized in Maryland in 2014 and has been available to the public since December of 2017. This is a discussion of the nascent industry in the state. Our panelists are:

1. Gary Nusinov. Gary is an accomplished horticulturalist and expert with the hands on knowledge required to successfully cultivate cannabis for consistent quality and results in a well-regulated atmosphere. He has been consistently growing and consulting for 23 years and wants to contribute to updated standards and practices in this well regulated industry. Currently Gary is using these skills to help Evermore Cannabis Company as the Vice President of Cultivation and Processing.

2. Jason Marshall is the VP of Sales & Marketing at Evermore Cannabis Company. As one of the company’s first hires, he works with other growers, processors, and dispensary groups across the state of Maryland to provide medical cannabis products for patients. A graduate from the University of Virginia, and has worked in sales and marketing for 18 years. He is excited about his role in the medical cannabis industry and helping to expand his company’s footprint in the state

3. Ras Crucial Johnson, is dedicated to his role as a Marketing Manager for Evermore Cannabis Company. Born and raised in Maryland, Ras has his finger on the pulse of Baltimore and is focused on building the brand for the company through customer outreach & education. He has a special eye for understanding the industry and conveying the medical benefits of cannabis to patients across the state through educational & community events

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