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Jon Farris

Riverside,CA

Summary

A multifaceted entrepreneur and visionary, I have seamlessly traversed the landscapes of the cannabis, psychedelic beverage, and construction industries, consistently carving out innovative and sustainable niches.

My journey, marked by the founding of pioneering ventures such as Tryp Magic, Trimco, Western Genetics, and Farris Construction, showcases my adeptness in recognizing and capitalizing on emergent market trends, often ahead of the curve.

From raising $2.5 million for cannabis endeavors to mobilizing resources for groundbreaking construction projects, I've built robust infrastructures ranging from state-of-the-art cultivation facilities to comprehensive underground utilities for housing subdivisions and commercial ventures.

More than just my entrepreneurial prowess, my deep empathy towards the emotional nuances of a founder's journey forms the backbone of my leadership style. Drawing from this understanding, I've cultivated 'people-first' company cultures across my ventures, championing bottom-up leadership that prioritizes empowerment and meritocracy.

Whether navigating the challenging regulatory terrains of the cannabis industry or ensuring timely and efficient delivery of construction projects, my resilience, adaptability, and unwavering drive set me apart. Through it all, my commitment remains: to foster environments where innovation thrives, value creation is paramount, and every team member is poised to excel.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder / CEO

Tryp Magic
12.2020 - Current
  • Pioneered a trailblazing psychedelic drink free of controlled substances, positioning it at the forefront of the burgeoning psychedelic market. Projected to hit 4 million units sold monthly within 24 months www.trypmagic.com
  • Forged strategic alliances with two leading laboratories for molecule production, drink formulation, co-packing, and nationwide distribution.
  • Executed comprehensive market and demographic analyses to map out competitive landscapes and pinpoint lucrative industry trends.
  • Orchestrated affiliate and influencer-driven marketing campaigns, propelling the product's high-profile launch.
  • Innovated by streamlining and automating order and distribution channels, ensuring a frictionless direct-to-consumer experience.

Founder / CEO

Statewide Staffing Dba Trimco
11.2019 - Current
  • Created the Trimco business model, strategically utilizing the existing cannabis supply chain and infrastructure without incurring capital expenditures, making it resilient to market fluctuations. www.trimcopro.com
  • Crafted the organization's mission, vision, and five core values, establishing a foundational guide for company growth and culture.
  • Championed a 'people-first' company culture, fostering empowerment and productivity through bottom-up leadership.
  • Developed proprietary hiring filters and testing that led to a radical increase in productivity as well as strengthened the company culture. This led to a increase in our gross profit margin from 25% to 44%.
  • Drove Sales to $45 million annually by June of 2021 before the industry collapsed.
  • Founded Trimco University, a continuous training mechanism ensuring our team consistently performs at double the industry standard.
  • Pioneered and honed transformative standard operating procedures (SOPs) that revolutionized our niche within the cannabis industry.

Co-Founder / CEO

Western Genetics
04.2015 - 12.2019
  • Capital Acquisition: Successfully raised $2.5 million in seed capital, leveraging an extensive network of friends, family, and accredited investors, underlining my capability in generating trust and investment in pioneering ventures.
  • Infrastructure Development: Strategically designed and executed the construction of 12 state-of-the-art cultivation facilities across Southern California, affirming my acumen in infrastructure planning and deployment.
  • Organizational Branding: Crafted the organization's mission and vision statements, synthesizing my past experience in cultivating 'people-first' cultures and values that empower and guide teams.
  • Strategic Alliance Creation: Established robust partnerships with industry peers, tapping into collaborative synergies that unlocked expansive growth opportunities reminiscent of past strategic collaborations.
  • Regulatory Mastery: Expertly navigated the complex and shifting regulatory landscape of the cannabis industry, particularly during the critical post-Prop 215 and pre-legalization period, showcasing my adaptability and resilience in volatile environments.
  • Sales Channel Innovation: Developed diverse and effective sales channels, ensuring wide product distribution, drawing on my expertise in market trend analysis and demographic targeting.
  • Market Resilience: Demonstrated remarkable adaptability by weathering the 2018 cannabis market collapse, testament to my visionary insight and tenacity in face of industry challenges.

Founder / CEO

Farris Construction
01.1999 - 07.2015
  • Innovative Construction Strategy: Pioneered underground utility solutions, specializing in residential new constructions and retrofits.
  • Infrastructure Expertise: Successfully delivered on comprehensive underground infrastructure projects for small to medium housing subdivisions, laying the groundwork for builders to seamlessly execute their constructions.
  • Commercial Project Mastery: Seamlessly translated residential construction prowess to commercial undertakings, showcasing adaptability and broadened expertise in underground utility provision.
  • Strategic Partnership Cultivation: Mirroring previous successes in building alliances, formed synergistic partnerships with builders and real estate developers, ensuring smooth transitions from foundational work to final constructions.
  • Operational Efficiency: Employed a 'people-first' approach even in construction management, empowering teams on the ground, leading to expedited project timelines and heightened quality standards.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensured all construction undertakings complied with local and state construction and safety regulations.
  • Project Resilience: Delivered projects on time and within budget constraints, even amidst industry downturns such as the real estate market collapse in 2007

Education

High School Diploma -

Colton High School
Colton, CA
1989

Skills

  • Visionary Market Insight: A distinct ability to foresee emerging trends and opportunities in varied sectors, from cannabis to construction, positioning ventures at the industry's forefront
  • Strategic Capital Mobilization: Proven expertise in raising substantial funds, exemplified by significant capital acquisitions, showcasing an inherent trust in your leadership and business models
  • Infrastructure & Operational Excellence: Demonstrated proficiency in designing and executing complex infrastructure projects, whether state-of-the-art cultivation facilities or underground utility systems for residential and commercial constructions
  • Empathetic Leadership & Culture Building: Unique capacity to understand and address the emotional challenges of entrepreneurship, leading to the cultivation of 'people-first' company cultures that prioritize empowerment, meritocracy, and holistic well-being
  • Regulatory & Compliance Navigation: Adeptness in maneuvering through intricate regulatory environments, ensuring ventures remain compliant and resilient amidst evolving industry landscapes
  • Strategic Partnership & Collaboration: Mastery in establishing and leveraging strategic alliances across sectors, fostering synergistic collaborations that drive growth, innovation, and market presence

Timeline

Founder / CEO

Tryp Magic
12.2020 - Current

Founder / CEO

Statewide Staffing Dba Trimco
11.2019 - Current

Co-Founder / CEO

Western Genetics
04.2015 - 12.2019

Founder / CEO

Farris Construction
01.1999 - 07.2015

High School Diploma -

Colton High School

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