The Business and Cultivation of Marijuana and Hemp

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Ted Menadier, MBA, brings more than 35 retentions as a cannabis, marijuana, and hemp expert witness, with testimony experience in state and federal courts across the country. He has been deposed and has testified at trial in both civil and criminal matters, and works with plaintiff and defense counsel alike. Attorneys retain Ted when a case turns on what actually happens inside a cannabis or marijuana operation — how crops are grown, what they are worth, why they failed, and what the financial impact looks like. His background spans indoor, outdoor, and greenhouse cultivation of both marijuana and hemp, and his MBA from the University of Denver provides the analytical foundation to translate complex industry dynamics into clear, credible opinions on economic damages, business operations, and market value. Ted has worked on matters involving crop loss and valuation, cannabis and hemp insurance claims, business interruption, COA review and THC interpretation, hemp vs. marijuana classification disputes, THCA litigation, and standard of care in marijuana cultivation. He maintains active licenses, certifications, and industry relationships so his opinions reflect how the cannabis and marijuana industries actually operate. Available nationwide for retention by plaintiff and defense counsel. Education: Master of Business Administration (MBA), University of Denver Bachelor of Science, Marketing, University of Denver Associate Degree, Liberal Arts, Landmark College Industry Certifications: Certified Commercial Cannabis Expert (CCCE) — Association of Certified Commercial Cannabis Experts State of Colorado Certified Hemp Sampler Colorado Responsible Vendor Training Program Colorado Responsible Cannabis Delivery Training Colorado Responsible Cannabis Hospitality Training University of Denver Continuing Education: Cannabis Compliance Management & Risk Management Cannabis Agriculture & Horticulture I & II Business of Cannabis I & II Equity and the Cannabis Connection — Social and Environmental Justice in Cannabis Other Certifications: OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Outreach Water Restoration Technician — Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification Professional Affiliations: Cannabis Business Chamber of Commerce — Colorado Regional Leadership (February 2025–Present) Areas of Expertise: Market analysis; feminized seed production; indoor cannabis cultivation for seed and flower; seedling production and field planting; clone production; field production of cannabinoid crops; pest and pathogen management; yield projections and crop valuation, including economic damage assessments; hemp and marijuana market analysis; COA evaluation; breeding and strain trait selection; hydroponic systems, equipment, and cultivation infrastructure.