Marie Zhang

About Marie Zhang

Over 25 years of experience optimizing global supply chains and procurement processes…

Experience

1. Chief Operating Officer

   Trulieve

   Jan 2024 — Present

   As the COO at Trulieve, a fast-growing billion-dollar company, Marie leads an incredible team of over individuals across diverse functions.The journey ahead is nothing short of exhilarating as Trulieve sets sail on a period of rapid growth. At the forefront, Marie will oversee the sales and operations of ~200 retail stores, spearheading the opening of 50+ new stores within the next 12 months, optimizing manufacturing processes, and ensuring a seamless end-to-end supply chain.Marie’s leadership journey spans various industries, from agriculture and consumer packaged goods (CPG) to multi-unit retail, manufacturing, e-commerce, and restaurants. She is thrilled to bring this wealth of diverse expertise to Trulieve, contributing to Trulieve’s growth and reinforcing Trulieve’s position as an industry leader.Marie believes in the power of a collaborative and passionate team. She is confident that her team will exceed the company’s operational goals. She genuinely looks forward to this journey and the pursuit of excellence that lies ahead.

Education

• Iowa State University

  Master's degree, Chemistry

• Jilin University

  Bachelor's degree, Chemistry

• Iowa State University

  Master's degrees, Food Science and Technology

Skills

• Manufacturing Operations Management
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Food Safety
• Supply Chain Management
• Vendor Relationships
• Team Building
• Fmcg
• Product Development
• Quality Assurance
• Contract Negotiation
• Procurement
• Food & Beverage