Mike Harden

Mike Harden is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Sonoma Hills Farm, a cannabis cultivation company located in West Sonoma County, California.1 He has over 25 years of experience as an entrepreneur and investor.1 Sonoma Hills Farm, under Harden's leadership, is known for producing high-quality cannabis and is the first Certified Like Organic Cannabis Farm, CCOF Ocal.1

Harden has been in his role at Sonoma Hills Farm since June 2017.1 The farm focuses on cultivating premium sun-grown cannabis, hemp, and vegetables, collaborating with Michelin-starred chefs to select and nurture the finest crops.3 Sonoma Hills Farm employs regenerative farming practices and is certified organic and pesticide-free.3

In addition to his role at Sonoma Hills Farm, Harden is also the Founder and Partner at Big Rock Partners LLC, a position he has held since January 2008.1

Harden's educational background includes:

• A Masters in Entrepreneurship/Accounting from Babson College - Franklin W. Olin Graduate School of Business (1998-2000)
• A BS in Asian Studies/Finance from Washington and Lee University (1993-1997)
• Studies at Kansai Gaidai University1

Under Harden's leadership, Sonoma Hills Farm has faced and overcome several challenges, including 3 lawsuits, 4 robberies, and 2 kidnappings over a 7-year period.2 Despite these obstacles, the farm has successfully established itself in the cannabis industry, with Harden emphasizing quality, sustainability, and collaboration with experts in the field.3