Mahja Sulemanjee - Founder & Former CEO
With over 15 years of experience in healthcare business development and 9 years in the cannabis industry, Mahja Sulemanjee is a seasoned entrepreneur and leader. She played a pivotal role as the Founder and CEO of High Haven Dispensary, where her leadership drove the company to over $12 million in revenue and secured multiple cannabis licenses across Michigan and Illinois before her exit.
Mahja’s expertise spans marketing, operations, strategy, and regulatory compliance. Prior to founding High Haven, she led marketing, communications, and outreach for Grassroots Cannabis, a multi-state operator active in 11 states—best known for its landmark acquisition by Curaleaf, one of the largest in cannabis industry history.
A dual MBA/MPH graduate, Mahja has also held leadership roles in healthcare, where she built strategic partnerships and pioneered patient-focused programs. Passionate about education and advocacy, she continues to shape the cannabis industry through public speaking, advisory boards, product development, and as the Founder and CEO of Good Deed Consulting.
Samuel Yim - Retail Operations Expert
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Lizz Dietrich - Administrative & HR Expert
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Talvin White- Social Equity Expert
Talvin White is a leading voice in cannabis social equity and serves as the Social Equity Expert at Good Deed Consulting. As the founder of canAFarm Dispensary and Amethyst Rose, Talvin is dedicated to building pathways for minority ownership and inclusive growth within the industry. A proud member of the Illinois Black Chamber of Commerce, he actively champions economic empowerment and legislative progress for Black entrepreneurs in cannabis. At Good Deed, Talvin supports white label manufacturing projects and helps brands navigate compliance and strategy with an equity-first mindset. His work is a powerful blend of passion, purpose, and progress.
Jenna Botwinski - Marketing Expert
Jenna Botwinski is a seasoned digital marketing professional with over a decade of experience driving brand growth through innovative strategy, storytelling, and community-focused campaigns. With a background in journalism and visual communication, Jenna brings a creative edge to every project—whether she's launching dispensary locations, crafting compelling social content, or leading high-impact events. During her time as Marketing Manager at High Haven Dispensary, Jenna played an integral role in the successful launch of two retail locations in under one year, leading brand development, community engagement, and multi-channel marketing efforts from the ground up. She’s worked with dynamic brands across cannabis, retail, and tech, and now lends her expertise to mission-driven businesses looking to amplify their reach and elevate their voice.