Bridging Science With Strategy To Support Next-Generation Cannabis and Nutraceutical Companies
Discover the difference a decade of hands-on experience in the Cannabis and natural product sectors can make for your startup, from groundbreaking research to strategic market entry and beyond!
My Journey Has Not Been Typical...My journey of curiosity has spanned a diverse array of disciplines, weaving together a professional tapestry that reflects both depth and breadth. My academic path, touching on philosophy, psychology, biology, chemistry, and education, has been anything but linear. This eclectic background has been the bedrock for a career led by natural curiosity into realms of IT, botany, analytical chemistry, microbiology, quality systems, curriculum development, and natural product formulation.
As a medical Cannabis patient for over 15 years, my hands-on experience with Cannabis and its derivatives spans the full circle of their lifecycle, from cultivation to consumer. I have had the opportunity at various points throughout the past 10+ years to cultivate, harvest, trim, extract, formulate, analyze, sell, and consume almost any type of Cannabis product in most legacy and conventional markets - gaining a rich set of knowledge and experiences that have fed into my education and research work. This blend of science, art, philosophy, and education fueled my desire to create Natural Learning Enterprises, a science and philosophy educational media venture aimed at fostering critical thinking and curiosity about the natural world. It’s a platform where I've had the joy of launching projects like the Curious About Cannabis learning platform, the Isn't Life Curious? podcast, and Toadstool's Treasures, each a testament to my passion for education and commitment to quality and integrity. If you represent a science-forward start-up in the Cannabis, food, or dietary supplement sectors and value a partner who navigates the crossroads of diverse fields with humility and a learner’s curiosity, I’d be thrilled to explore how we can work together. As a science communication specialist and natural products researcher, I carry a very unique perspective thanks to my many opportunities and experiences in life thus far. I’m passionate about applying the lessons I have learned along my journey to help your venture succeed (and hopefully avoid the potholes and obstacles that other companies have encountered before). Let’s start a conversation and see where this adventure can take us. |
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Let's Take Your Science-Forward Company To The Next Level!
Lab Design &
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Thinking of starting a lab or in the early phases of start up? With experience building high quality laboratories on shoestring budgets, I can help your business build the lab that you need efficiently and effectively.
Leverage my experience in building ISO 17025 accredited and FDA cGMP compliant labs on shoestring budgets to efficiently establish your lab operations!
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Lab Operations &
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Looking to get some help with your current lab operations, or want to take your operations to the next level? With experience in ISO and GMP compliance in both analytical, research and product manufacturing laboratory settings, I can help you with the following:
My experiences in analytical, research, and product manufacturing labs provide me with unique perspectives to help guide you through enhancing operational efficiency and quality, ensuring your lab’s compliance and competitive edge.
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Research &
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Looking to develop innovative products or improve your current product offerings?
Leverage my comprehensive expertise and access a global network of researchers to not only meet but exceed industry standards and consumer expectations with groundbreaking products.
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Education &
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Along with my experience as a natural products scientist, I am also a professionally trained science educator with a masters of science degree in science education. This training partnered with my professional and personal experiences make me perfect for helping with...
As a professionally trained science educator with a Master’s degree in science education, I bring both my professional and personal experiences to offer unparalleled educational programs that stand out in quality and engagement.
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Scientific Writing Services |
Enhance your scientific communication with expertly crafted technical and scientific writing services. From research articles to educational materials, articulate complex ideas with clarity.
With a proven track record of publications and a deep understanding of Cannabis and psychedelic science, I can help elevate your company’s scientific discourse and public image.
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Laboratory Operations SupportDrawing from over a decade of experience in Cannabis, food, dietary supplements, and environmental testing, I understand the challenges and opportunities unique to laboratory settings. From humble beginnings, building ISO 17025 accredited and FDA cGMP compliant labs with limited resources on shoestring budgets, to overseeing operations across North America, my journey has been shaped by a deep commitment to scientific integrity and operational excellence. I’m here to share my learnings and work alongside you, aiming to elevate your laboratory's operations and strategic direction. Let’s grow together, enhancing your lab’s capability and ensuring its future success.
Cannabis Education and Guest SpeakingLooking for next-level Cannabis science education or training?
Because of my specialization in the biology and chemistry of the Cannabis plant, I have been teaching workshops and seminars on Cannabis science topics since 2013. In 2019 I launched The Curious About Cannabis Podcast, and in 2020 I built the Curious About Cannabis Online Learning Platform. If you would like to learn about Cannabis from me directly, I am available for training, curriculum development, teaching, and guest speaking. In addition to my work as a scientist, I am also a professionally trained educator with experience designing educational curricula, writing lesson plans, and assessing the effectiveness of educational efforts. Through my experience working in Cannabis testing laboratories, Cannabis product manufacturing facilities, extraction laboratories, and cultivation facilities - I am able to speak confidently on a wide variety of Cannabis science related topics in both virtual and in-person settings. I also participate in media appearances, on a limited basis, through podcasts, YouTube videos, conferences, etc. |
Research and DevelopmentShare your journey of botanical innovation with a trusted navigator at your helm. With a seasoned expertise in botanical product research and development and an extensive global professional network of researchers and industry professionals, I offer a comprehensive suite of services designed to bring your vision to life, from the seed of an idea to the final bloom of a market-ready product. My approach weaves together deep scientific rigor with a passion for the natural world, ensuring that each project not only meets but exceeds industry standards and consumer expectations.
WritingMy science textbook, Curious About Cannabis: A Scientific Introduction to a Controversial Plant, has become a go-to resource for universities, clinics, and educators. I have written on Cannabis and psychedelic science topics for a number of blogs and media outlets including The Cannigma, Terpenes and Testing Magazine, The Weed Blog, Cured Magazine, Green Earth Medicinals, Artemis, and more. I am also a published scientist with experience in technical writing of research articles, manuals, and SOPs. In addition to non-fiction, I also write science fiction for both child and adult audiences, with my most recent fictional publication being a children's book about mycology called A Toadstool's Treasures: Journey into the Fascinating World of Fungi.
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What People Are Saying...
Jason is, above all, an integrated, evolved thinker and communicator. He approaches the most technical projects with a truly kind, thoughtful and human perspective. Don't get me wrong, he's a brilliant scientist with a vast range of technology and scientific experience. But his projects and solutions are 100% tailored to the particular & human needs of any application. Jason has a unique quality of simultaneously providing valuable operational business solutions that fully encompass the needs of humans who deploy them." There are very few people in cannabis field with the level of well rounded knowledge that Jason has. Through the Curious About Cannabis podcast, accompanying courses, and book, he's proven himself as one of the true experts in the space. He has a knack for asking the right questions and bringing all the right people to the table for thought provoking discussions. He is also an amazing teacher who really pushes his students to deeply understand concepts in cannabis science and their applications." I have taken several cannabis education courses from different companies. Jason’s vast knowledge and ability to communicate sets his program apart in a significant way." I have worked with Jason several times as a contributor to his master class series for Cannabis education and we've spoken together in public forums. He orchestrates these seminars with aplomb, focusing personnel of varied skill sets and valuable information often overlooked by contemporaries. |
Jason Wilson has done it! He has demystified cannabinoid science for an easy and accurate read and provides valuable and practical tips due to many years of hands on work in the Cannabis industry. I highly recommend [Curious About Cannabis] for consumers, budtenders, laboratory/production personnel, executives in the industry and scientists wanting evidence-based information in the field of phytocannabinoids." Jason has advised my cannabis and hemp businesses on quality and compliance for years. His knowledge of and passion for quality cannabis/hemp products that safely serve patients/customers is unmatched. I trust Jason for scientifically backed information/content that I can trust and have put several team members through his education programs." Jason is engaging, easy to follow, and makes himself available to ensure your success...Thank you for all your hard work and dedication!" Jason hosts the most insightful cannabis science podcast on the internet, and also leads one the most applicable and valuable cannabis science classes in the industry. This is what originally drew me towards him, professionally. |