A resident of Las Vegas for over 13 years and a graduate of UNLV, Tina Ulman is President and Co-founder of the Chamber of Cannabis. Tina has served the cannabis industry through various roles which simultaneously contributed to the growth and development of the Las Vegas cannabis market. In 2022 Ulman was appointed to the Cannabis Compliance Board Subcommittee for Diversity, Social Equity, and Inclusion. In 2021 and 2022 Ulman was awarded Las Vegas Cannabis Activist of the Year and Speak of the Year in 2022. Ulman is a native of Detroit and committed to changing the system that imprisoned her family members and loved ones for over 30 years for non-violent drug offenses. Tina has been a sales and marketing leader for 17 years. Most recently serving as the NV Director of Brands/Wholesale for The Source Dispensary/CAMP and as the NV Brand Manager for Old Pal. Prior to cannabis Ulman worked for Wyndham Resorts as a sales executive and marketing director in Las Vegas, San Francisco, Seattle, and Southern California. She hopes to continue to change the world, one doobie at a time, for many years to come.

Abby Kaufmann is a seasoned start-up professional whose knack for facilitating cross-departmental collaboration, strong attention to detail, and solutions-oriented approach has allowed her to serve in a wide array of roles, within both the traditional CPG industry and the budding cannabis industry. Her professional experiences range from coordinating supply chains, production schedules, and shipments for a regional non-cannabis beverage brand to serving as the product owner for Equio®, an industry-leading cannabis market intelligence platform. During her time as Director of SaaS Product for New Frontier Data, Abby oversaw the development of six new dynamic data dashboards, the restructuring of their CRM consisting of 160k+ contacts, and introduced a free subscription offering to remove cost barriers to accessing critical data for industry entrants. In addition to her role on the Chamber of Cannabis Board of Directors, Abby is currently employed by CRB Monitor, which helps to provide financial institutions with solutions for identifying and monitoring cannabis-related risks and opportunities. Abby was raised in North Carolina and graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill, where she double majored in Communication Studies and Hispanic Culture & Literature. Her interest in Nevada’s legal cannabis industry and desire to participate in the legal market is what spurred her cross-country move to Nevada in 2020. During her early years, Abby founded a non-profit to promote positive body image after struggling with an eating disorder herself. It was during this time that she found her passion for cannabis as a tool to help with her recovery and ongoing mental health.

Deena Vallina is the CEO and Founder of Apex Advisors CFO, a CannAccounting firm specializing in accounting and tax for the cannabis industry. After graduating from the University of Colorado Boulder with a Bachelor’s in Accounting and Finance, she’s held many positions in Fortune 500 companies and small independent organizations.

As a Dope CFO VIP Network member, she is expertly trained in the nuances associated with tax and accounting in the cannabis space. Her passions include educating the public on cannabis and its multi-faceted uses. She also seeks to inform those seeking advancement within this dynamic and rapidly evolving space on financial literacy and business acumen. Deena has been appointed to the 2023 Board of Directors for the Chamber of Cannabis, Las Vegas, a 501(c)(6) organization dedicated to building a thriving, inclusive, and diverse marketplace.

Christine Gamez is the General Manager of Pure Tonic Dispensary in McCarran, NV. As a young adult, Christine was a medical mystery and had an abundance of unanswered health questions. Over the 12 years of searching for an answer, plant medicine came knocking at the door. In 2016, Christine had brain surgery to aid in her healing. It was then that she saw a drastic change in holistic medicine, Christine was not only able to find healing, but also found a space in the legal cannabis industry and opened Blum Dispensary.

As a graduate of Truckee Meadows Community College, she utilizes her passion for healing and knowledge of business to help break down the stigma in the Northern Nevada community. Christine has launched a few dispensary locations and is focused on ethical business, educating the community on healthy consumption, and normalizing parenthood in cannabis.

When Christine isn’t in the shop or working in the community, she can be found on the ski slopes, floating in the river, or hanging with her husband, son, and three dogs.

Grace Music entered the cannabis industry in the retail space. Following a lengthy career in retail management managing for fashion brands and high-end luxury in the retail/outlet and wholesale space for 15+ years, Grace made the switch from the fashion industry to the cannabis industry.

Grace joined the company Green Thumb Industries in early 2020, starting off as an Assistant General Manager, before being promoted to General Manager. Grace has assisted with the opening and operating of the two newest retail locations in Las Vegas and has been able to support when and where needed for the NV/CA market with retail management operations and onboarding training for the market. In addition to her role, Grace has a passion and is an advocate for volunteerism.

What started out as volunteering from a young age, in adulthood led to becoming a part of a local female nonprofit group for 4 years in Las Vegas, 2018 – 2021, where all members had commitments to serve in our community in a variety of forms and were very involved. With this experience and passion for serving the people in our community, Grace helped launch Social Impact for retail for GTI in Las Vegas. Grace’s goal is to continue to lead in the industry with hard work and integrity and serve our community, always trying to help make our city a better place for all those in it.

Hadhinah Felice was born and raised in Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysian Borneo. She received a BSc. in Software Engineering and MSc. in Internetworking Technology from the Technical University of Malaysia, Melaka in 2009 and 2012 respectively. She emigrated to the USA in 2014 and traveled to all 50 states. Upon the completion of the successful journey, she wrote a book in her native language about her 50 states adventure and is now a published author in Malaysia.

She has been in the cannabis industry for almost 4 years as a compliance consultant, focusing on audit, METRC, and inventory management. Her other area of expertise is Consumption Lounge compliance. Cannabis saved her life when she was suffering from several illnesses. Now she is a cannabis advocate and an international activist with involvement in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and Thailand.

In addition to her career and life accomplishments, she is trained and certified in Nevada Cannabis Facility Security in accordance with the Nevada Cannabis Compliance Regulations(NCCR) and Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS).

Chandler Cooks is a dedicated advocate, community leader, and data-driven problem solver. With a background in program analysis and a passion for social justice, Chandler has spent years working to empower individuals and businesses within his community. He has tirelessly championed civil rights, working with local leaders to create positive change. 

Chandler’s commitment to lifelong learning is evident through his pursuit of higher education. He holds a degree in Criminal Law and a Bachelor of Science in Political Science, reflecting his dedication to understanding the intricacies of our legal and political systems. Chandler has also delved into the realms of Computer Information Systems, Marketing, and Data Science, enhancing his knowledge of technology, analytics, and effective communication. 

In addition to his academic achievements, Chandler holds a license for a cannabis consumption lounge, Moulin Noir, which underscores his innovative approach to business and his support for the responsible and equitable growth of the cannabis industry. 

His work as a Business Navigator with the City of Las Vegas has given him a deep understanding of the challenges faced by small businesses, making him a vocal supporter of economic development and local entrepreneurship. Chandler’s expertise in data science and technology equips him to tackle complex issues with innovation and precision. Above all, his legacy is one of inspiration, a vision to ignite the next generation to dream big, aim high, and believe in the power of positive change. Chandler Cooks is not just a leader; he’s a community builder, a visionary, and a dedicated public servant who’s ready to make a lasting impact.

Peggy Shaner embarked on her enduring journey with cannabis during the culturally dynamic 1960s, a time characterized by the heady cocktail of sex, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll. In those revolutionary years, she took to the front lines for cannabis legalization, marching on the steps of the State Supreme Court in San Francisco. Peggy’s unwavering commitment to cannabis legalization wasn’t bound by geography, as she carried her advocacy from the iconic streets of San Francisco to the shimmering lights of Las Vegas in the 1980s when she moved to Nevada. There she embarked on a remarkable journey, birthing Pahrump Valley Vineyards. But this venture wasn’t a stroll through the vineyards, as it entailed challenging Nevada’s antiquated blue laws that had forbidden alcohol production state-wide. 

Peggy wasn’t one to shy away from a formidable challenge; she locked horns with the State Gaming Board and Liquor Distributors to make her dream a reality. Despite an initial setback in convincing state legislators during the first round of legal maneuvering, Peggy pressed on. She decided to build the winery and plant the grapes anyway, all while plotting her return during the next legislative session two years down the road. She reasoned, that if she couldn’t open a winery, she could at least open a brothel instead, because those were legal in Pahrump! But her resolve was unyielding, and she had her sights set on the eventual victory. And on St. Patrick’s Day in 1990, Pahrump Valley Vineyards finally uncorked its doors for business, grateful she wouldn’t have to be a Madam after all! 

Much like her dogged determination in the vineyard, Peggy now sets her sights on another ambitious goal: the removal of cannabis from the Schedule I classification under the Controlled Substances Act. This formidable undertaking aligns perfectly with her lifetime of unwavering persistence. Serving on the Board of Directors for the Chamber of Cannabis has injected fresh momentum and fervor into her tireless pursuits. One might say she’s cultivating quite the legacy – whether it’s in grapes or cannabis!

Tina Schellinger has made Henderson Nevada her home since 2008. Originally from the great Garden State New Jersey. Growing up summers on her grandparent’s farm she developed a great love and respect for nature. Later I earned a Vocational Agriculture Degree and was heavily involved in Future Farmers of America. In FFA she held the office of Secretary, Vice President, and President. After spending many years in hospitality and the auto industry the opportunity of working with cannabis became available. 

In 2016 she started in the cultivation and production areas of the industry. Moving her way up and threw cultivation facilities. Primarily working in Metrc, Compliance, and Inventory. Having a strong passion for quality. Her passion for the cannabis industry growth comes from a background of health issues having intense and harmful reactions to prescription medication. 

Growing up with Rheumatoid Arthritis she wasn’t able to take the traditional medications. Cannabis has been her only way of relieving the symptoms. She owes the quality of her life to this wonderful plant. She is inspired by all of the progressive changes both in the industry and the general perception of the industry. She looking to be part of the future of cannabis.