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Our people

We win because of the team

Whether harvesting flower or helping a guest find the perfect product at one of our stores, our people leave their unique thumbprint across the company. What unites us all today, tomorrow and twenty years from now is our passion for the plant and people’s well-being.

Our leadership

Meet our leadership team

Rachel Albert

Chief Administrative Officer

Josh Barrington

Technology

Doug Bailey

Government Affairs

Matt Faulkner

Chief Financial Officer

Anthony Georgiadis

President

Andy Grossman

Investor Relations

Ben Kovler

CEO, Founder + Chairman

Bret Kravitz

General Counsel

Kate Lloyd

Securities & Governance

Matt Navarro

President of Operations

Dominic O’Brien

Chief Commercial Officer

Armon Vakili

Strategic Initiatives & Partnerships

Workin in cannabis

Meet our awesome team

To be an "employee" of GTI I feel is an understatement. We are a family filled with talented amazing people and daily we uplift and radiate positivity within our facility. A culture created that is ultimately life changing to many. Before working at Green Thumb, I've always felt as if I had to prove myself, but since becoming a member of this community I've learned that is not the case. The opportunities to grow within Green Thumb are endless. Through the leadership trainings I have been armed with the skills and the tools to become a respectful leader in this community, and the Green Thumb print will always have a lasting impression on my life. I have gained knowledge that will open opportunities that I had only dreamed of previously. The joy and fulfilment I have every day is indescribable. I carry being a member of this family as a badge of honor, and I am always proud to say I work for Green Thumb.
Terrance Mann
Terrance MannOrder Fulfillment Specialist Production in Las Vegas, NV
My experience working at GTI has been so positive and uplifting. The moment I set foot in the door, I felt comfortable being my authentic self and that my differences were celebrated instead being restrained. I love the drive and teamwork our entire facility puts forth on a daily basis. We all have different tasks to complete throughout the day, but our end goal is the same: to provide our patients with the highest quality cannabis. I have never in my life witnessed a group of people work with the same passion, drive and determination that my co-workers exhibit every day. It is truly a pleasure to work with each and every one of them, and at the end of the day, it feels good to go home, knowing that we are positively changing peoples lives!
Megan Gottschall
Megan GottschallSenior Cannabis Trimmer Cultivation Danville, PA
Green Thumb has provided me a journey for personal and professional growth. I work in an environment where not knowing the answer is considered ok and being able to go create the answer is the ultimate empowerment. Green Thumb’s greatest resources are the incredible and unique people who work here. As a Talent Acquisition professional, I’ve had the privilege of trying to find these people to join our team. I’ve discovered first-hand how inclusive cannabis is to all people from every walk of life, and together, we can accomplish anything.
Chris Nutt
Chris NuttSenior Talent Acquisition Partner Production Chicago, IL

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Rachel Albert

Chief Administrative Officer

About Rachel

A seasoned human resources executive, Rachel Albert joined Green Thumb in 2020 and currently serves as Chief Administrative Officer. In this role, she leads the People function, shaping GTI’s culture and driving the development of a high-performing workforce, while also supporting key enterprise-wide strategic initiatives.
 
Rachel has spent the past 25 years as a trusted business partner in both high growth and downsizing organizational environments, leading teams, motivating employees, and driving business results. Previously Rachel held various roles with strategic and tactical human resources management oversight at GE Capital. She was also a Consultant at Mercer HR Consulting in New York. Rachel’s areas of expertise include executive coaching, talent management, change management, employee engagement, and HR compliance.
 
Rachel completed her MBA at the Kellogg School of Management and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Tufts University in Boston.

Josh Barrington

Technology

About Josh

Josh Barrington joined Green Thumb in 2022 as the SVP of Technology. He oversees all internal technology as well as technology supporting production and retail to ensure the best possible experience for customers.

Prior to Green Thumb, Josh spent time as an engineer with Motorola as well as a consultant on a variety of technology programs. The majority of his working career was at Walgreens as Vice President of Retail Technology where he oversaw many transformational initiatives including major acquisitions and implementation of a large-scale ERP.

Josh holds a Bachelor of Science in computer science from the University of Illinois and an MBA from the University of Chicago.

Doug Bailey

Government Affairs

About Doug

Doug Bailey was named Vice President of Government Affairs at Green Thumb in January 2025, where he leads the Company’s government affairs strategy and represents Green Thumb before local, state, and federal policymakers and regulators across the U.S.

Before joining Green Thumb, Doug held senior government and corporate affairs roles across highly regulated industries, including alcohol and tobacco. Most recently, he served as Vice President of Global Corporate Affairs for GoBrands Inc., the parent company of Gopuff and BevMo!, supporting a high-growth retail technology platform that helped pioneer the U.S. quick-commerce industry. Prior to that role, Doug served as Vice President of U.S. Industry Affairs for Anheuser-Busch, overseeing the company’s U.S. government affairs operations.

Doug holds a bachelor’s degree from Western Carolina University and a master’s degree in public policy from Florida State University’s Askew School. He has held leadership and board roles with the Beer Institute, the National Association of Manufacturers, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, TechNet, and the Flex Association.

Matt Faulkner

Chief Financial Officer

About Matt

Matt Faulkner joined Green Thumb in 2018 and has served as SVP of Accounting and Chief Accounting Officer overseeing the Accounting and Finance teams. During his tenure, he successfully facilitated the company’s initial public offering in the U.S. and led the transition from reporting under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) in Canada to U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) reporting with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. In 2023, he was appointed to Chief Financial Officer.

Prior to joining the Company, Matt spent over 20 years at Walgreens building teams in a variety of Finance roles, including general accounting, financial planning and analysis, mergers and acquisitions, and technical accounting. He was also responsible for reporting, designing and implementing financial systems.

Matt graduated from The University of Toledo with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. He also holds an MBA from Northern Illinois University and is a CPA.

Anthony Georgiadis

President

About Anthony

As President, Anthony Georgiadis is responsible for overseeing Green Thumb’s operational and financial matters.  

Anthony joined GTI in 2015 as it was planning to expand outside of its home state of Illinois. Since then, he has played an integral role in growing the company into one of the leading cannabis operators in the U.S.

Anthony is an investor and entrepreneur, having purchased a manufacturing business in 2005 that he helped rebrand and build into one of North America’s largest manufacturers of wall décor.

Prior to this, he worked as a principal investing associate for a $1.5 billion private equity firm and as an M&A analyst for an investment bank.

Anthony graduated magna cum laude from Bucknell University with a degree in finance and a minor in mathematics.

Anthony is an active supporter of Students for Sensible Drug Policy, the Drug Policy Alliance, Marijuana Policy Project, and the Special Operations Warriors Foundation.

Andy Grossman

Investor Relations

About Andy

Andy Grossman is an entrepreneur and business executive with over 20 years of experience in the hedge fund industry. He joined Green Thumb for the opportunity to be part of a nascent industry with the potential for tremendous growth and currently serves as EVP, Capital Markets & Investor Relations.

Andy previously served as Managing Partner and Head of Trading, Risk Management and Operations of LG Capital Management. Andy co-founded LG in August 2011 with $13 million in capital and helped raise it to a peak of $350 million. He was instrumental in building the infrastructure of the business and is highly qualified in business operations.

Prior to founding LG Capital, he was a senior trader for Chesapeake Partners, a Baltimore-based multibillion dollar event-driven investment fund.

Andy graduated from Syracuse University in 1996 with a Bachelor of Arts in Finance.

Andy lives in Baltimore and is passionate about giving back to the community. He is actively involved in various organizations in the Baltimore community which include The Associated, LifeBridge Health, Beth El Congregation and Jewish Volunteer Connection.

Ben Kovler

CEO, Founder + Chairman

About Ben

Ben Kovler brings his extensive experience managing complex operating companies and his deep commitment to philanthropy as Founder, CEO and Chairman of Green Thumb. Ben founded GTI in 2014 and has successfully grown it into a leading national cannabis consumer packaged goods company and retailer.

Ben is frequently featured as an industry thought leader in media outlets such as Bloomberg, Barron’s, Business Insider, CNBC and Forbes.  

He is also co-founder and CEO of Invest For Kids (IFK), an annual forum bringing together portfolio managers, family offices and analysts to share investment ideas to benefit children in Illinois. All the proceeds from the conference go to nonprofit organizations serving Chicago area youth from disadvantaged communities. Since 2009, IFK has donated more than $20 million to over 70 high performing organizations. 

Ben earned a Bachelor of Arts in philosophy, politics and economics from Pomona College and an MBA in accounting and finance from The University of Chicago.

Bret Kravitz

General Counsel

About Bret

Bret Kravitz is the General Counsel and Secretary of Green Thumb. He serves as the primary legal advisor to management and the board while overseeing all legal matters of the Company.

Bret joined Green Thumb in 2017 as Chief Corporate Counsel. Throughout his tenure, he has closed numerous strategic acquisitions, partnerships, and capital raises in coordination with Green Thumb’s executive team. Prior to Green Thumb, Bret held attorney positions at Dickinson Wright and Baker Hostetler.

Bret earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Colorado, a Master of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Denver and a Juris Doctor from Lewis & Clark Law School.

Kate Lloyd

Securities & Governance

About Kate

Kate Lloyd serves as Green Thumb’s Chief Counsel, Securities & Governance, overseeing securities law matters, corporate governance, labor relations and providing other legal support. Kate also serves as Green Thumb’s Assistant Secretary.

Prior to joining Green Thumb, Kate served as Associate General Counsel at Navigant Consulting, and Senior Counsel at Accenture and International Law Solutions. Kate is a Big Sister with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago and previously supported literacy programming for under-resourced Chicago schools by serving as Board President at SitStayRead.

Kate holds a Juris Doctor from Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law and a BS in Business Administration from The Ohio State University.

Matt Navarro

President of Operations

About Matt

As Green Thumb’s President of Operations, Matt oversees the company’s nationwide retail and production operations, leading our teams to deliver operational excellence and a consistent, best-in-class customer experiences. Since joining Green Thumb in 2021, Matt has been focused on building scalable systems, driving strategic growth and innovation, and fostering a people-first culture.

Prior to joining GTI, Matt served as SVP of Retail at BevMo/Gopuff, an alcohol beverage retailer and consumer goods and food delivery company. Previous to his work at BevMo/Gopuff, Matt was Regional Vice President at Dick’s Sporting Goods responsible for the West Coast.

Matt also spent 16 years with Staples, most recently as Regional Vice President covering multiple territories from California to the Pacific Northwest, out to West Texas.

Matt’s knowledge, expertise, and business savvy comes from over 30 years of diverse retail operations and sales experience.

Dominic O’Brien

Chief Commercial Officer

About Dominic

Dom O’Brien is Green Thumb’s Chief Commercial Officer, leading the company’s commercial strategy and execution. In his role, Dom oversees all sales, marketing (creative, brand, regional), new product development, merchandising/buying, hemp beverage, eCommerce, supply chain, and project management, driving growth and strengthening Green Thumb’s market position in an evolving industry. Known for his strategic vision and cross-functional leadership, Dom focuses on building strong brand portfolios, expanding market share, and delivering sustainable growth.

Before joining Green Thumb, Dom held senior commercial roles at Beam Suntory and Pax Labs. He began his career in consulting, spending a decade with McKinsey and Accenture. Dom holds an MBA from Columbia Business School and earned a double major from the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Armon Vakili

Strategic Initiatives & Partnerships

About Armon Vakili

Armon Vakili is Vice President Strategic Initiatives & Partnerships at Green Thumb and is involved in all external investment and strategic developments. Prior to joining Green Thumb in 2017, Armon was part of the M&A / advisory teams at Stericycle Inc. and KPMG US LLP. Armon earned his BA at Indiana University where he graduated with distinction.