CHRISTIAN MONSON
Golden,CO
Summary
Dynamic legal executive with extensive experience at urban-gro, Inc., specializing in construction contracts and strategic negotiation. Proven track record in managing multi-million-dollar projects and securing financing, while demonstrating exceptional problem-solving and leadership skills. Adept at navigating complex regulatory environments to drive organizational success and compliance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EVP, General Counsel, Corporate Development and HR
urban-gro, Inc. (Nasdaq:UGRO)
Boulder, CO
10.2021 - Current
- Advised CEO and senior leadership on strategic legal and regulatory matters.
- Managed Nasdaq compliance, securing listing extensions for continued eligibility.
- Provided counsel to Board of Directors on legal issues and governance.
- Negotiated asset-based lending arrangements, including $10 million revolving credit facility.
- Structured and negotiated construction contracts valued over $24 million.
- Oversaw negotiation of hundreds of AIA contracts for design and engineering services.
- Directed lifecycle management of commercial contracts for development projects.
General Counsel
Front Range Biosciences
Boulder, CO
03.2020 - 09.2021
- Delivered legal services aligned with company strategic priorities and partnerships.
- Managed national and international intellectual property portfolio, encompassing patents and trademarks.
- Restructured sales contracts to enhance IP protection and licensing agreements.
- Conducted legal due diligence and drafted contracts for development and construction projects using AIA templates.
Chief Legal Officer & VP of Strategy
Westleaf Inc. (Tsxv:DB)
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Directed legal, compliance, risk management, and HR departments to ensure operational integrity.
- Negotiated and managed multi-million-dollar commercial real estate portfolio, overseeing rezoning and construction of numerous retail locations.
- Facilitated M&A due diligence and secured financing exceeding $60 million.
- Oversaw development projects across seven cities, culminating in a 100,000 square foot industrial facility construction.
Co-Founder and Chief Legal Officer
Arete Ops
Golden, Colorado
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Established consultancy to facilitate rapid regulatory and operational changes.
- Negotiated management, IP, and asset purchase agreements to maximize value.
- Navigated intricate federal, state, and local regulatory frameworks for seamless operations.
- Resolved ownership and compliance issues across jurisdictions to ensure operational integrity.
- Co-founded consultancy startup generating multi-million revenue and acquired within one year.
General Counsel
MJardin
Denver, CO
01.2010 - 01.2017
- Oversaw legal, compliance, licensing, and risk management for over 300 employees.
- Managed 70+ license applications and represented organizations before regulatory bodies.
- Achieved favorable outcomes that avoided litigation; supervised USPTO patent filings.
- Served as interim Co-CEO during leadership transition, maintaining record profit trends.
Associate Attorney
Various National Firms
Denver, Colorado
01.2007 - 01.2015
- Structured and drafted financing and security documents for real property transactions.
- Conducted comprehensive due diligence for real estate and construction projects.
- Represented clients in cases involving construction and design defects related to AIA contracts.
- Drafted corporate governance and private placement documents with precision.
Education
Juris Doctor (J.D.) -
University of Denver Sturm College of Law
05.2008
B.A. - Environmental Studies
The University of Colorado at Boulder
05.2003
Skills
- Construction contracts and real estate development
- Construction law
- Strategic thinking
- Negotiation skills
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Domestic and international law
- Litigation management
- Employment law
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Contract negotiation and regulatory compliance
- Corporate governance
- Intellectual property management
- Risk management and insurance
- Asset-based lending
- Cross-border transactions
- Stakeholder communication
Volunteer Experience
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Volunteer, 01/01/05, Present
Certification
Colorado Licensed Attorney
Timeline
EVP, General Counsel, Corporate Development and HR
urban-gro, Inc. (Nasdaq:UGRO)
10.2021 - Current
General Counsel
Front Range Biosciences
03.2020 - 09.2021
Chief Legal Officer & VP of Strategy
Westleaf Inc. (Tsxv:DB)
01.2018 - 01.2020
Co-Founder and Chief Legal Officer
Arete Ops
01.2017 - 01.2018
General Counsel
MJardin
01.2010 - 01.2017
Associate Attorney
Various National Firms
01.2007 - 01.2015
Juris Doctor (J.D.) -
University of Denver Sturm College of Law
B.A. - Environmental Studies
The University of Colorado at Boulder