The Marshall Ogen CBA
The award intends to celebrate the best among us based on their character and core values.
These individuals have gone above and beyond their roles and positions to foster meaningful relationships, connect individuals who can provide value to each other in their relationships, and support the advocacy and advancement of the cannabis industry.
MJ Unpacked will coordinate with state associations to encourage stakeholders to nominate candidates for their respective state’s CBA. All state CBA recipients will be invited to attend MJ Unpacked where we will announce the national award winner at the opening night reception.
The following criteria should be the guideposts in the selection of your State CBA Recipient:
Relationship Building: Emphasis on the nominee’s ability to:
- Foster meaningful connections within the cannabis community.
- Facilitate collaborations and partnerships.
- Create opportunities for others to thrive through networking and support.
Professional Excellence: The nominee’s professional achievements within the cannabis industry, such as:
- Business success and leadership.
- Innovation in cannabis products, services, or practices.
- Commitment to ethical business practices.
Industry Advocacy: Recognition of efforts to advance the cannabis industry through:
- Advocacy for fair and equitable cannabis policies.
- Support for social equity programs.
- Contributions to public education about cannabis.
Community Service: The hallmark of a nominee’s impact within their community. This includes:
- Consistent and meaningful volunteer work.
- Leadership in addressing community needs and challenges.
- Long-term commitment to community service and positive change.
About Marshall Ogen
Established in 2024, the inaugural CBA, presented in partnership with the New Jersey Cannabis Business Association, shined its first spotlight on Marshall Ogen of Cannabis BPO. Marshall’s relentless dedication to forging meaningful relationships, fostering invaluable connections, and propelling the cannabis sector forward sets him apart as a visionary and leader. We honored Marshall Ogen during the Opening Night Reception at MJ Unpacked Atlantic City for his unparalleled contributions to the cannabis community.
Marshall Ogen is a seasoned leader with over three decades of expertise in the contact center and consumer/patient care domain. As the Vice President of Business Strategy at CannabisBPO, alongside its affiliated companies PharmaCentra and Concentra Solutions, Marshall has spearheaded groundbreaking initiatives tailored to the unique needs of the legal cannabis industry. Drawing upon his extensive background in quality assurance and customer care, he has pioneered innovative solutions to address present challenges and anticipate future trends in the cannabis sector.
Marshall’s influence extends beyond his corporate role; he serves as a strategic advisor to the New Jersey Cannabusiness Association, contributing his insights to shape industry practices. Additionally, Marshall’s involvement with esteemed organizations like the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) underscores his commitment to advancing the field. His leadership as the former chair of the Mid-Atlantic Professional Association of Customer Experience (PACE) reflects his dedication to fostering excellence in customer-centric practices.
A prolific writer and speaker, Marshall’s contributions to the discourse on cannabis span over five years, culminating in his membership in the Rolling Stone Culture Council. Through his articles and engagements, he enriches public understanding of the evolving cannabis landscape. Marshall’s academic pursuits are equally noteworthy; as an adjunct professor at Rider University, he imparts knowledge on cannabis-specific curriculum, shaping the next generation of industry professionals. Moreover, his collaboration with Rider University and fellow cannabis experts resulted in the publication of seminal research titled “The Future of Cannabis in New Jersey,” shedding light on critical socio-economic dynamics.
With a solid foundation in Political Science from Rider University, Marshall combines academic rigor with practical acumen to drive meaningful change in the cannabis industry. His multifaceted roles as a strategist, advisor, educator, and advocate underscore his enduring commitment to shaping the future of cannabis with integrity and foresight.
