Charlie Cain is an experienced and entrepreneurial executive who has left a remarkable mark in various industries, including cannabis, coffee & tea, and tech. He has an excellent track record of developing and leading teams, creating iconic brands, engaging customer experiences, and high-performing cultures. Graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Communications from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Charlie started his career as a Founding Member of Marketing and Strategy at United Process Group. Since then, he has held several senior-level positions such as CEO at Dockside Cannabis, Vice President, Retail Operations, Concept Development & Franchising at Starbucks, and Vice President, Global Retail at Tilray, among others. He also served as the Director of Retail Operations at Adagio Teas, and Director of US Operations at TeaGschwendner USA, Inc. Charlie's experience spans from small businesses on a shoestring budget to VC-backed startups and global giants like Starbucks and Tilray. His expertise has made him one of the most sought-after executives in the industries he has served.