“Boo” Williams, former New Orleans Saints tight end, launched a cannabis business inspired by his own journey using cannabis for pain and mental health. Now a passionate advocate, he educates others on its benefits, especially in the NFL, aiming to replace opioids with safer, research-backed alternatives through products, services, and awareness.
 
 
 

Hattiesburg native C.R.G-Creativity Refines Genuity, a multifaceted artist and producer, uses his dynamic approach to music and media to inspire creativity. Besides his passion for variegated musical experiences, C.R.G is an avid cannabis advocate. He aims to advance Mississippi’s Medical Cannabis Program through his involvement in the Sippi Cup.
 

 

Tatum Trantham, originally from Brookhaven, MS, shifted his nursing career in 2011 to explore medicinal cannabis in California, co-founding multiple licensed cannabis enterprises. Now, he utilizes his expertise as Director of Procurement and Compliance at Rootdown Cannabis Company in Mississippi. He manages operations spanning Canton, Richland, Jackson, Ocean Springs, Pascagoula, and Bay St. Louis.

Tyler Harris, co-owner and COO of Midsouth Extracts, is a fifth-generation agriculturalist. Leveraging his expertise in crop production and cannabis extraction, Tyler drives strategic operations, emphasizing innovation and quality in the cannabis sector. Based in Tupelo, Mississippi, he seamlessly merges hands-on farming know-how with plant science, promoting sustainable growth.
 
 

Michael Hutchison, co-founder and managing partner of Noble Labs, leads a dynamic medical cannabis company in Tylertown, MS. Noble Labs provides innovative solutions to industry partners and operates a processing lab, dispensary, and holds a transport license. Collaborations with independent craft cannabis cultivators in Mississippi underline the company’s commitment to quality and variety.
 

U.S. Army Veteran Mike Watkins, from Mississippi, is the Northern Sales Director & Client Management Director for FireCraft Cooperative, which he co-founded to support craft cannabis businesses. He also founded Trem Dawgs Harvest & Processing Solutions and leads the Devack Henderson Foundation. Watkins helps 15+ brands and maintains a vast industry network in Mississippi, fostering community growth and cannabis innovation.

Danielle Coleson is a proud resident of Yazoo City, Mississippi. With a deep connection to her hometown, Danielle is passionate about the field of medical cannabis. She dedicates her time and energy to advancing the understanding and accessibility of medical cannabis, helping patients find relief through this important treatment option.
 

 

Hailing from Birmingham, Alabama, Hayden, an Auburn University horticulture graduate, now leads the cultivation team at Southern Crop in Meridian, MS. He boasts deep-rooted expertise in cannabis cultivation and concentrates. Hayden, brother-in-law to Joe Calvin, Southern Crop’s Director of Wholesale and a 3MA board member, will judge this year’s Resin category.
 
 

Elizabeth Feder-Hosey aka Mississippi Microdose is the Director of MS Patient Voices. Elizabeth is an attorney, cannabis advocate, community activist, and mom. She’s been a medical cannabis patient since year one and absolutely loves the program and community. Live Rosin is her preferred form of concentrate and part of her daily medical protocol. Join her grassroots movement at mspatientvoices.org
 

Shannon Day is a patient and former medical marijuana agent with a strong interest in Mississippi’s medical marijuana program. With a wealth of experience and knowledge about cannabis products, Shannon is passionate about helping others. As a dedicated cannabis enthusiast, she takes pride in educating others about the benefits of medical marijuana over opioids and traditional pharmaceuticals.
 

Brent Oxley is a dedicated cannabis professional who values quality, science, and industry standards. Though new to the field, he builds trusted relationships, supports legalization, and promotes education to raise awareness about cannabis benefits and challenges. His expertise and fairness make him a reliable advocate and contributor.
 

 

Dominique Lenoir brings over five years of cannabis experience, from cultivation to testing. A former Post-Harvest Manager at Kelly’s Green, he now analyzes data at Steep Hill Lab. Known for selecting a winning hybrid at the Sippi Cup, Dominique is shaping Mississippi’s cannabis future with science and leadership..

 
 

Brent Oxley is a passionate cannabis professional focused on quality, science, and ethical standards. Though new to the industry, he builds trusted partnerships, supports legalization, and seeks to educate others on cannabis benefits and challenges through responsible advocacy and ongoing learning.
 
 

 

Margaret Lane is a dedicated cannabis advocate and consultant. Since 2013, she’s championed reform, educated patients, and taught community classes. Based in Bay Saint Louis, MS, she partners with Coast Cannabis and empowers others to understand cannabis’s natural healing properties through education and advocacy.