MJBizCon CONTENT CREATORS & INFLUENCERS
2025 MJBizCon Influencers
The cannabis industry’s most influential creators bring their cutting-edge content to the forefront at MJBizCon, showcasing innovation, diversity, legacy culture and business leadership. From cultivation and manufacturing to retail and advocacy, these influencers provide an inside look at every facet of the industry, offering insights, inspiration and unparalleled access to the trends shaping cannabis today. Meet the official MJBizCon Content Creators to experience the industry through their unique perspectives.
Jeff Hooten
Meet Jeff Hooten, the creative force behind CasedGod Photography, where every shot tells a story. With over five years of experience and a portfolio that spans the country, Jeff specializes in portrait and lifestyle photography that captures raw emotion and vibrant energy. His work has been featured in books, magazines, and campaigns for major brands like Bic Lighters, Compound Genertics, and Athena Nutrients. Known for his adaptability and passion, Jeff uses photography not just to create stunning visuals, but to inspire otheres to see themselves in a new light and pursue their dreams without limits.
Nehemiah Mitchell
Nehemiah (Neo) launched a licensed cannabis delivery business in Oakland, CA in 2018 and quickly scaled it into a 7-figure operation. Today, he leverages his experience to educate and empower current and aspiring cannabis entrepreneurs, offering practical insights on how to break into and succeed in the industry.
Breanna Bates
The Ebony Hempress is a cannabis educator, media personality, and advocate with over four years of industry experience, known for blending healing, storytelling, and social impact through her platforms Mystic Mommy TV and OH-HighYo! A former budtender turned brand strategist, she has collaborated with companies like Hi-Curious, Pleasantrees, Cirrus Social Club, JAXON Wellness, Hemper Co, and Tetragram. Whether educating consumers, consulting brands, or hosting community-driven events, she brings authenticity, compassion, and a deep understanding of the plant. Her work uplifts women and caregivers exploring cannabis for wellness and champions equity and representation for Black and Brown voices across the industry.
Mike Whittaker
With over 25 years of combined experience in both the legacy and legal cannabis markets, Mike Whittaker offers a rare full-spectrum perspective on the industry. As cofounder and COO of The Weedaker Group, he’s helped launch and scale more than 10 cannabis businesses across New England, specializing in operations, compliance, licensing, and team development. Known for designing systems that reduce costs and boost profitability, Mike’s expertise spans retail, cultivation, and production, with a deep focus on supply chain, menu strategy, and process optimization. He’s also a driving force behind impactful cannabis events and branded content, creating campaigns that blend culture, education, and community. With clients across North America, Jamaica, and Morocco, Mike continues to shape the evolving narrative of cannabis on a global scale.
Andrea Maglione
Andrea—aka The Stoner Babe—is a cannabis influencer, model, three-time business owner, and soon-to-be cannabis reality TV show host making waves in the industry. A seasoned connoisseur with a love for plant wellness, she’s built a brand that’s equal parts fun, informative, and empowering. Whether she’s in front of the camera, launching new ventures, or staying on top of canna trends, Andrea brings bold energy and authenticity to everything she does. Follow her journey @officialstonerbabe.
John K
John K. is the founder of JKJ Processing, where we craft edibles paired with content that actuallys hit—with potency, purpose, and consistency. What started as a mission to serve patients continues to guide everything he does, with a focus on quality, precision, and integrity. In a market full of hype, he stays true to making real products that work—no shortcuts, no gimmicks. Every batch is made with care and intention, and trust me, he’s just getting started.
Thunder Walker
Thunder Walker returns to MJBizCon 2025 as an official content creator with a voice too bold to ignore and a platform that drives culture forward. As the visionary behind The Smoke Currency Tour and CEO of Proud Mary Cannabis, she blends street smarts, spiritual insight, and business savvy to elevate the cannabis conversation. An Oklahoma-licensed operator and Green Zone advocate, Thunder is a three-time 2025 award winner—Best Educational Speaker, Best Activist, and 2023’s Social Media Influencer of the Year. From lobbying for reform to representing global cannabis and crypto brands, her impact is as powerful as it is authentic.
Kidd Conez
Kidd Conez is a rising recording artist, host, and dynamic culture personality known for his electrifying performances and infectious stage presence. Having shared stages with legends like Afroman and Tech N9ne and partnered with major brands like RAW Rolling Papers and Leaf Magazine, his music and persona are deeply rooted in the cannabis lifestyle. With a natural flair for entertainment and a vibe that’s equal parts energy, humor, and authenticity, Kidd Conez is the perfect fit as a content creator for MJBizCon.
Zairilla Bacon
Zairilla Bacon—aka the “Bacon Bitch”—is a celebrated cannabis chef known for her bold flavors, gourmet presentation, and some of the most potent edibles in the country. Originally from Chicago, she launched her culinary journey in Las Vegas after transitioning from dispensary delivery driver to full-time chef. Through her brand Z Bacon, founded in 2015, she’s turned southern comfort food and exotic infused ingredients into a culinary experience embraced by celebrities and the cannabis community alike. A 2018 Jack Herer Cup Cannabis Chef of the Year, Zairilla is also a passionate advocate for medical cannabis, inspired by her grandmother’s passing and driven to make healing delicious.
Krysta Jones
Krysta Jones is a dynamic business strategist and founder of The High Country Girls and The Highly Connected app, with over a decade of experience in branding, marketing, and business growth across emerging industries. Known for building high-performing teams and crafting innovative strategies, she sits on multiple boards and is recognized for her ability to connect brands, talent, and consumers in impactful, meaningful ways.
Nichole Phillips
PurpleLungz is a cannabis lifestyle creator with over 350K followers across TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram, known for making cultivation fun, approachable, and empowering for growers of all levels. Blending education with authentic stoner culture, she shares grow series, product reviews, and behind-the-scenes smoke sessions that resonate with a wide audience. With a focus on normalization, community building, and real brand connections, PurpleLungz is a trusted voice elevating cannabis culture through content that’s as informative as it is entertaining.
Victoria Burkard
Victoria Burkard is the founder of BeautyWhoBurns Consulting, a cannabis marketing strategist, writer, and creator who blends sharp strategy with cultural storytelling. Whether behind the camera at events or behind the byline, she’s known for capturing authentic moments, amplifying emerging voices, and spotlighting the people driving cannabis culture forward.
Francesca Cserr
Dabcowgirl, also known as Francesca, has carved out a unique space in the cannabis industry with her cowboy-inspired aesthetic and authentic approach to cannabis culture. Starting her journey in packaging and budtending, she quickly moved into marketing roles, gaining experience across dispensary, brand, social media, and field marketing before launching her own consulting business in 2023. Known for her educational yet entertaining content, signature cannakaraoke events, and genuine connection with her audience, she blends rustic charm with modern cannabis advocacy in a way that’s both refreshing and impactful.
Veonique Delus
Veonique (@shmokahantas) is a Bronx-born Afro-Latina content creator and strategist known for bringing bold energy, cultural depth, and real-talk storytelling to the plant-forward space. With over seven years of experience across NYC, Vegas, and the West Coast, she crafts intentional, impactful content that turns brand moments into movements. From Cookies to Bliss & Lex to Rythm, Veonique consistently shows up with authenticity, creativity, and a camera ready to capture the culture.
Dani Van Lerberg
With 12 years of experience across various sectors of the cannabis industry, Dani is passionate about education, compliance, and community building. She creates engaging cannabis education content and consults with brands entering new markets, drawing on a deep well of industry knowledge and authentic connections. Now, she’s thrilled to bring her voice and expertise to MJBizCon as a content creator!