Kenneth Sibley
Chico,CA
Summary
Dedicated management professional seeking a Dispensary Manager role, offering a strong foundation in METRC inventory tracking and state regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams, optimize retail workflows, and maintain 100% audit readiness.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Cannabis Cultivation Technician
Spark1
03.2026 - Current
- Supported large-scale cultivation operations, ensuring optimal plant health and maximizing yield consistency
- Execute pruning, defoliation, irrigation, and environmental adjustments
- Assisted in upholding strict compliance with California cannabis regulations to promote operational integrity
- Contribute to efficient workflow across cultivation stages
- Trained new staff, addressing queries to enhance onboarding experience
Consultant
Galaxy Genetics
09.2022 - Current
- Managed full cultivation cycles to optimize plant performance and yield
- Led breeding projects to select and stabilize high-quality genetics, enhancing strain performance
- Oversaw post-harvest processes, including drying, curing, and trimming, to ensure product quality
- Maintain detailed strain and production records to improve consistency and outcomes
Restaurant General Manager
08.2018 - 08.2022
- Led teams in fast-paced environments, overseeing scheduling, training, and performance management to enhance operational flow
- Developed leadership, conflict resolution, and operational efficiency skills to foster a cohesive team environment
- Managed inventory and cost control while ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction
Lead Cultivator, Breeder & Post-Harvest Manager
Doug Farms
01.2014 - 07.2018
- Refined cannabis genetics through selective breeding, improving strain quality
- Managed post-harvest operations, maintaining high product quality and consistency
- Directed cultivation process, enhancing plant health from propagation to harvest
- Maintained plant health through proactive environmental and pest management
- Trained and supervised team members, improving workflow and productivity
Lead Cultivator
Roscoe / Littlefield Farms
08.2012 - 11.2013
- Coordinated nutrient schedules and environmental controls to ensure optimal plant care
- Monitored and evaluated plant health to support optimal growth cycles.
- Built foundational expertise in professional cannabis cultivation
- Enhanced skills and responsibilities following transition to Littlefield Farms
Education
High School Diploma -
Buffalo High School
Buffalo, MNSome College (No Degree) - Computer Science
Brown College
MinnesotaSkills
- Lead Cultivation & Team Management
- Scheduling and Inventory
- Cannabis Breeding & Genetics Development
- Full-Cycle Cultivation (Clone to Harvest)
- Post-Harvest Operations & Quality Control
- Workflow & Yield Optimization
- Compliance & Record Keeping
- Natural intuition for plant health, stress signals, and optimization
- Strong leadership presence
- Training and guiding teams
- Deep passion for cannabis cultivation and genetic development
- Focus on efficiency
- Focus on continuous improvement
- Greenhouse operations
- Quality control measures
Certifications Tools
- METRC experience
- OSHA safety training
- Experience with irrigation systems, environmental controllers, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work.
- Seed to post harvest expertise.
- Greenhouse experience, indoor cultivation expertise, and outdoor acreage/field work experience.
Timeline
Cannabis Cultivation Technician
Spark1
03.2026 - Current
Consultant
Galaxy Genetics
09.2022 - Current
Restaurant General Manager
08.2018 - 08.2022
Lead Cultivator, Breeder & Post-Harvest Manager
Doug Farms
01.2014 - 07.2018
Lead Cultivator
Roscoe / Littlefield Farms
08.2012 - 11.2013
High School Diploma -
Buffalo High School
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science
Brown College