MJ

Marcus Johnson-Smith

Retail Co-founder & CMO | EIR at Tufts University

Co-founder & CMO at Kush Groove · Everett, Massachusetts, US

Open to advisory

Customer acquisition · Design & Brand · Leadership & Strategy

Happy to talk through early stage ideas as well as next stage growth for early founders.

5

Hours / month

About Marcus

Cannabis Retail Executive at Kush Groove & Entrepreneur In Residence at Tufts University in Boston, MA

Looking to scale your business or personal brand?

My team at Kush Groove has nurtured a multimillion-dollar brand, grounded in community engagement and social equity, with a strong presence in Massachusetts' cannabis market, having established ourselves in the market in 2011. We've successfully expanded our retail operations, emphasizing quality products and economic opportunities for the community. As a co-founder and CMO, my role has pivoted on strategic marketing and fostering a customer-centric experience that aligns with compliance and industry standards.

Beyond cannabis, my experience as an Entrepreneur in Residence at Tufts University reinforces a commitment to mentorship and developing entrepreneurial programming. Collaborating with faculty, staff, and students, we're cultivating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation.

This dedication complements my leadership at Fresh Pond Tea Company, where I curate fine teas, infusing retail with passion and a narrative that resonates with connoisseurs and novices alike.

Feel free to send me a message regarding your goals and I'll let you know if I can help.

Lastly, part of our conversation is a commitment on me to connect you with someone in my network who will take the conversation a bit further.

Peace.

Reviews

4.0

· 3 reviews

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Thomas DA Strand

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Great call with Marcus packed with useful information. Highly recommended

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Janeisha Farquharson

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Stephen Johnson

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Marcus was very knowledgeable and super helpful.

Skills

ComplianceCustomer AcquisitionBrand StrategyCommunity EngagementRetail OperationsEntrepreneurship MentorshipLeadershipMarketing & brandStorytellingSocial EquityCustomer Experience

Experience

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Co-founder & CMO

Kush Groove

Co-founded and scaled a multimillion-dollar retail brand grounded in community engagement, strategic marketing, compliance, and social equity.

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Entrepreneur in Residence

Tufts University

Mentors founders, students, and faculty while creating entrepreneurial programming to cultivate an innovation ecosystem.

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Wddl

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