Tony Bowles
20+ Years in Cannabis, Coffee & Tourism: Proven Leadership in Operations, Staff Management, and Innovative Customer Relations | Founder of Terpene Flashcards Learning App terpenesapp.com
- Role
- Founder at Terpene Flashcards
- Location
- Vallejo, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Tony Bowles
Founder | Writer | Patient Advocate | Industry LeaderWith over 20 years of experience in cannabis, coffee, and tourism, I have built a career at the intersection of business operations, education, and advocacy. I am passionate about expanding patient access, advancing cannabis policy, and educating consumers on the plant’s true potential.I am the Founder of Terpene Flashcards a Staff Writer at Skunk Magazine, and Chair of the Bay Area Safe Access chapter of ASA (Americans for Safe Access). I have worked with successful cannabis operations, trained industry professionals, and played a key role in grassroots advocacy campaigns shaping medical cannabis laws in California, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.Industry Experience & Advocacy:Americans for Safe Access (ASA): Long-time patient advocate, organizer, and plaintiff in ASA’s successful lawsuit against the California Highway Patrol. Played a role in passing SF’s Article 37 medical cannabis law and led advocacy efforts across multiple states.Legislative Impact: Helped pass landmark policies including MCRSA (2015-16), SB 34 (2019), and SB 1186, ensuring patient rights and access.Tourism & Hospitality: Studied Tour Management at the International Tour Management Institute (ITMI), leading tours in San Francisco, Washington D.C, and Wine Country.Cannabis & Coffee Expertise: Trained by and worked with some of the best in the coffee industry, applying my deep understanding of terpenes, cannabinoids, and sensory experiences to both industries.Core Skills & Expertise: Cannabis Business Operations & Compliance Cannabinoid & Terpene Education Legislative & Advocacy Campaigns Customer Experience & Staff Training Tour Management & Event Planning Industry Writing & Public SpeakingI am dedicated to continuing education, advocacy, and consulting to help shape a more just, informed, and sustainable cannabis industry. Connect with me: t••••••••@gmail.com
Experience
Founder
Oct 2021 — Present · Vallejo, CA, US
Education
International Tour Management Institute
Certified Tour Guide/Director, Tourism and Travel Services Management
2006 — 2006
Counter Culture Coffee
Barista, Intermediate Espresso: Tasting and Technique
2008 — 2010
Americans for Safe Access
Medical Cannabis Patient Advocate, Medical Cannabis
2002 — 2012
ASA-CTI Core Cannabis Certification
Cannabis Professional, Cannabis
2015 — 2016
Skills
- Writing
- Editing
- Microsoft Word
- Team Leadership
- Creative Writing
- Community Outreach
- Community Development
- Copywriting
- Blogging
- Newsletters
- Political Campaigns
- Administrative Assistants
- Training
- Volunteer Management
- New Business Development
- Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Grant Writing
- Leadership
- Medical Marijuana
- Public Speaking
- Public Policy
- Press Releases
- Advertising
- Strategic Communications
- Teamwork
- Social Media
- Online Marketing
- Project Planning
- Music
- Entertainment
- Photography
- Corporate Events
- Photoshop
- Project Management
- Marketing Communications
- English
- Community Organizing
- Event Planning
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