Tony Flute
Cultivation General Manager & Head GrowerNative Nations CannabisTony Flute is a seasoned Cannabis cultivator with a deep passion for both the plant and his Native culture. With several years experience in the Cannabis industry, Tony has honed his expertise in cultivation techniques and SOP-development that prioritize quality, reproducibility, and respect for the natural environment. His commitment to excellence is reflected in every aspect of his work, from genetics selection to maximizing the potential of his production team members – and the plants they nurture.
As a leader, Tony brings not only technical expertise but also a strong sense of community and collaboration. He has led teams through the complexities of both startup and mature-organization Cannabis cultivation, always prioritizing education and the sharing of knowledge.
Tony is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of growers, particularly within Native communities, to ensure that the art and science of Cannabis cultivation are passed down with the respect and reverence they deserve. His leadership style is grounded in respect for both the plant and the people he works with; he ‘walks the walk’ when it comes to effective team building and empowerment.
Beyond Grams per Square Foot: The KPIs Executives Should Track
Yield alone won't tell you whether your cultivation operation is profitable. The growers winning in a compressed market are the ones reading their fa
Yield alone won't tell you whether your cultivation operation is profitable. The growers winning in a compressed market are the ones reading their facility like a manufacturing P&L, not just a grow log. This session shows you how to connect cycl
Yield alone won't tell you whether your cultivation operation is profitable. The growers winning in a compressed market are the ones reading their facility like a manufacturing P&L, not just a grow log. This session shows you how to connect cycle times, labor productivity, COGS, and throughput to the executive decisions that move margin.
You'll move past vanity metrics and learn how leading operators build dashboards that expose true cost
Yield alone won't tell you whether your cultivation operation is profitable. The growers winning in a compressed market are the ones reading their facility like a manufacturing P&L, not just a grow log. This session shows you how to connect cycle times, labor productivity, COGS, and throughput to the executive decisions that move margin.
You'll move past vanity metrics and learn how leading operators build dashboards that expose true cost per gram, flag where labor hours leak value, and reveal whether your facility is scaling efficiently or just getting bigger. Expect a practical, executive-level discussion grounded in real cultivation economics—built to translate plant-level data into boardroom-ready strategy.
