KANSAS CITY, MO, September 16, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Sean Carriger has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Carriger has established himself as a prominent leader and innovator in the cannabis industry, currently serving as the President of Agri-Genesis, a leading vertically integrated cannabis operator in Missouri, since 2021. Under his direction, Agri-Genesis has experienced remarkable growth, expanding from three employees to a workforce of more than 220 and achieving annual revenues of $50 million. He oversees all aspects of company operations, including production facility management, product development, team structuring, business strategy and local lobbying initiatives at the state legislative level. As the face of the company, Mr. Carriger represents Agri-Genesis to state regulators and leads efforts in team development, training programs and technology integrations.
Beyond these responsibilities, Mr. Carriger's expertise extends to managing every stage of the seed-to-sale process, from creating new genetic products and overseeing advanced indoor horticulture systems to directing manufacturing processes that transform raw plant material into a variety of products, such as concentrates, edibles and infused products. He also ensures compliance with HIPAA regulations and manages logistics spanning agriculture, manufacturing, food production and retail. Mr. Carriger is deeply involved in product strategy, leading efforts to maximize the company's product mix and diversification strategy, analyzing market data and consumer trends to inform internal retail and wholesale strategies.
In addition to his operational tasks, Mr. Carriger organizes seminars and speaks on cannabis-related topics. He collaborates with universities to introduce professionals with extensive knowledge in the field and works closely with renowned experts to develop educational materials on cannabis science. Mr. Carriger's efforts have contributed to establishing academic pathways for cannabis studies, including curriculum development for degree programs and research initiatives involving PhD-level agronomists and plant science specialists.
Before his work at Agri-Genesis, Mr. Carriger became a strategic advisor in 2019, where he continues to guide operational advancements within the cannabis sector. Among his accomplishments, he has led various program development initiatives in collaboration with the Deputy Prime Minister, the Minister of Agriculture, and the Minister of Health in Belize and has contributed consulting to 2.5 million square feet of licensed operations globally.
From 2019 to 2024, Mr. Carriger served as the founder and Chief Operating Officer of Craiger Enterprises in Kansas City, Missouri, where he played a pivotal role in innovative cannabis and hemp genetics research and development. He simultaneously held the position of Chief Operating Officer at Show Me Alternatives in Missouri between 2019 and 2021, where he was instrumental in designing, erecting and operationalizing manufacturing and retail locations.
Earlier in his career, Mr. Carriger excelled as the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Mana Holdings in Portland, Oregon, from 2013 to 2019, operating in both Colorado and Oregon. He successfully grew this business before selling it after more than five years of expansion. Before that venture, Mr. Carriger founded Mobile Safety Solutions in Houston in 2013 and served as its President until 2015. The company initially focused on emergency response technology for Oil and Gas sectors, but ultimately pivoted to serve government contractors, such as the U.S. Department of Defense, the U.S. Department of Energy, the CIA, the FBI, and all branches of the military.
Mr. Carriger's professional journey began in the Oil and Gas sector with British Petroleum. His roles included contracts administrator in 2010 before becoming a well site supervisor in 2011 and completions site supervisor between 2012 and 2013. During his tenure, he managed vendor contracts with major providers such as Schlumberger, Nabors Drilling and Halliburton. He also gained international experience as a logistics manager for KAR Group in Iraq in 2009, coordinating refinery project logistics during active military operations. Mr. Carriger's early career included positions as a project coordinator at KBR from 2009 to 2010, following his initial role as a wellness coordinator at Chevron Corporation between 2007 and 2009 within the company's health and wellness division.
Education has played a foundational role in Mr. Carriger's success. He earned a Bachelor of Science in environmental management science at Texas A&M University in College Station in 2007 and a Master of Business Administration in business from the University of Houston-Clear Lake in Houston in 2009. These academic achievements provided him with a strong grounding in business strategy and environmental stewardship that have informed his approach throughout his career.
Mr. Carriger has continued his professional development through numerous certifications relevant to both technology integration and cannabis science. In 2019, he completed the Cannabis Core Curriculum Dosage Protocols & Methodologies via Healer and PSA Grower Training through Produce Safety Alliance. In 2023, he received Advocates & Allies member status with the Society of Cannabis Clinicians. Additionally, Mr. Carriger completed advanced coursework through Coursiv in areas such as Claude, ChatGPT, DeepSeek, Jasper AI and Gemini, all in 2026, reflecting his commitment to leveraging artificial intelligence within his business operations.
Mr. Carriger's leadership extends beyond business operations into industry advocacy. He has served on several advisory boards within MoCann Trade, including the manufacturing/testing lab committee and the dispensary committee, and now as a member of its cultivation committee since 2022. Mr. Carriger also participates actively on industry boards related to cannabis policy development and serves as a volunteer for veterans' programs as well as nonprofit organizations supporting cancer patients through Full Extract Cannabis Oil and Rick Simpson Oil. By providing educational resources that connect knowledgeable physicians with patients in need, he helps bridge critical gaps between clinical practice and patient care.
Mr. Carriger's thought leadership is reflected in published works such as "Sean Carriger, MBA: Building Bold Companies in Complex Industries, and Helping Visionary Leaders Scale what Others Think is Impossible," which details strategies for navigating complex regulatory environments while scaling businesses against formidable odds. His contributions and expertise have been recognized with several honors, including LEADAFI distinction, multiple awards for best products across different categories, and the Silver Chaparral Award from Texas A&M University.
Throughout his career, Mr. Carriger has been recognized for his ability to professionalize the cannabis industry by integrating cutting-edge technologies from traditional consumer packaged goods sectors into cannabis operations. He has become well known for customizing solutions that bridge medical research with plant science innovation while helping establish genetic banks and formal education pathways for future professionals. A defining aspect of Mr. Carriger's career has been his dedication to destigmatizing cannabis through education and legislative engagement. In Missouri's conservative climate, he played an instrumental role during the approval process for medical cannabis legalization in 2018 by engaging city councils and zoning boards while presenting a relatable image grounded in traditional business values. Mr. Carriger's advocacy contributed not only to shifting public opinion but also helped secure funding streams for veterans' assistance programs through adult use legalization in Missouri which provides cannabis tax revenues exceeding $140 million.
Attributing his achievements to relentless persistence despite significant obstacles encountered throughout his career, Mr. Carriger's willingness to adapt quickly to regulatory or business challenges has distinguished him among peers who have faced similar volatility within emerging markets. Drawing on lessons learned during earlier ventures, he remains steadfastly committed to normalizing cannabis use across society by applying rigorous business practices rooted in traditional industries.
Looking ahead, Mr. Carriger intends to expand the industry into new states and international markets as legal frameworks evolve around cannabis adoption globally. He is committed to advancing industry standards through continued innovation while aspiring toward milestones such as leading an organization listed on the New York Stock Exchange, further cementing his legacy as a transformative figure within one of today's most dynamic emerging industries.
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