KEVIN M. RUBIN
Phoenix,USA
Summary
Results-driven Education Leader experienced in developing innovative cannabis education programs. Established sustainable business practices through curriculum development and regulatory compliance, enhancing student engagement and organizational growth. Committed to lifelong learning, contributing to ongoing industry advancement.
Overview
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Executive Officer, Founder
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE, LLC
Phoenix, USA
2020.07 - Current
- Led as a forerunner and trendsetter in establishing the first Cannabis Education Program for higher education.
- Designed and delivered business, finance, law, public policy/affairs, management, insurance, and medical/adult-use cannabis curriculum for 25-500 students per class, encouraging sustainable business models in entrepreneurial ventures and ensuring regulations and successful alternative medicine options.
- Researched, developed, implemented, and directed business and educational operations for 18 universities and 35 businesses, providing global training on industry standards, compliance, and government legislation.
- Served as a trusted advisor and industry subject matter expert to investors concerning navigating professional & community relationships, regulatory compliance, cultivation, usage, retail operations, & government support.
- Authored business plans for 23 organizations and guided operational plans with a strategic focus on sustainable business growth.
- Mitigated business and financial risks and improved operations, guaranteeing a return on investment.
- Managed P&L, evaluated value propositions, and aligned investment strategies with long-term strategic objectives.
- Sourced and assembled a team of 10-50 researchers in policy, finance, real estate, risk management, compliance, and horticulture to enhance operational oversight.
Vice President of Government & Public Affairs / Sr. Curriculum Developer / Emeritus Professor / Board Member
OAKSTERDAM UNIVERSITY
Oakland, USA
2014.01 - 2020.12
- Led policy advocacy and reform initiatives for the Office of Government Relations and Public Affairs.
- Championed legislation and led advocacy teams with federal, state, and local officials.
- Championed legislation and coordinated advocacy teams to drive policy changes with federal, state, and local officials.
- Composed policy briefings and tracked legislative and regulatory impacts on business development.
- Authored cannabis curriculum in data and physical security, retail operations, horticulture, regulatory & compliance on-site evaluations, strategic planning, small and middle-sized startup operations, business development, contract management, risk management, operating procedures, and human resources.
- Developed measurable goals for student growth, reviewed baseline and progression data, and implemented targeted strategies to enhance instructional effectiveness and monitor student progress.
- Developed measurable goals for student growth; reviewed baseline and progression data to identify and implement strategies for improvement; ensured instructional strategies and systems that monitor student progress.
- Hired and managed 50 employees while overseeing cannabis license underwriting for the state of Missouri.
- Served as an executive board member providing organizational and educational leadership to instructional activities and programs, school leaders, students, staff, and community stakeholders.
Chief Operations Officer, Co-founder
PATIENT ALTERNATIVE RELIEF CENTER, LLC
Phoenix, USA
2011.01 - 2016.01
- Managed operations of two 15,000-square-foot cannabis cultivation and manufacturing facilities.
- Oversaw retail dispensary, cultivation, daily operations, and procurement process, negotiating product purchases through established relationships with 50 external vendors and state of Arizona.
- Managed budget of $2.5M as well as cash and inventory of over $10M.
- Supervised and developed 50-70 employees in information technology, human resources, finance, marketing, medical services, and operations.
- Served as an SME, developed and implemented standard operating procedures for retail, cultivation, and manufacturing facilities, counseling and coordinating solutions for technical applications, site acquisition, retail design, regulatory compliance, loss mitigation, business plan development, and competitive strategy.
- Developed staffing management techniques, business coaching, workflow operations, and training programs, enhancing staff capabilities, patient education, community outreach, and public relations.
- Developed operating procedures, KPIs, and the correct culture for accountability, growth, and entrepreneurialism.
- Led strategic marketing efforts and cohesive strategy across the enterprise with an ROI of over 7 figures.
- Evaluated potential alliances, M&A, and new lines of service, contributing to an 8-figure value upon sale.
Department of Financial Institutions, Regional Underwriter
CHUBB GROUP
Phoenix, USA
2005.01 - 2010.12
- Specialized in financial institutions, analyzing, and rating commercial and professional lines of insurance while utilizing customized business software applications and modern technology.
- Oversaw daily operations of 5 employees, fostering teamwork and collaboration.
- Implemented underwriting strategies within regions and achieved team production goals of 20% growth in GWP.
- Met market penetration and growth objectives by building cross-product sales opportunities.
- Led all broker panel relationships, including negotiation and development of panel endorsement SLAs.
- Managed onboarding and professional development of 5 underwriters in a rapidly growing team, streamlining new underwriter training and development, yielding greater productivity to exceed 2005-2010 production goals.
- Led broker panel relationships, negotiating terms and developing endorsement SLAs to align with underwriting goals.
- Managed onboarding and professional development of 5 underwriters in a growing team.
- Authored and implemented underwriting criteria based on appropriate technical solutions and databases.
Education
Ph.D. - Public Policy, Administration, & Law
WALDEN UNIVERSITY
Minneapolis, MNMBA - Finance, Risk Management & Insurance
WALDEN UNIVERSITY
Minneapolis, MNMaster of Public Administration -
WALDEN UNIVERSITY
Minneapolis, MNBachelor of Arts - Law
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
East Lansing, MISkills
- Regulatory compliance
- Policy advocacy
- Business planning
- Risk management
- Operations Management
Learning and Development
Strategic education design
Insurance underwriting
Certification
- Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), The Institutes
- Property and Casualty License, Department of Insurance, Phoenix, AZ
- Life and Health (Disability) License, Department of Insurance, Phoenix, AZ
- Associate in Claims (AIC), The Institutes
- Mortgage Brokerage License, Department of Financial Institutions, Phoenix, AZ
- Paralegal Certification, Phoenix College, Phoenix, AZ
Faculty Experience
- ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY, Associate Professor, School of Public Affairs
- NORTHERN ARIZONA UNIVERSITY, Associate Professor, School of Business/MIS & Public Administration
- COLUMBIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY, Adjunct Professor, School of Public Policy Administration
- MARICOPA COMMUNITY COLLEGES, Residential Faculty, School of Business
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer, Founder
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE, LLC
2020.07 - Current
Vice President of Government & Public Affairs / Sr. Curriculum Developer / Emeritus Professor / Board Member
OAKSTERDAM UNIVERSITY
2014.01 - 2020.12
Chief Operations Officer, Co-founder
PATIENT ALTERNATIVE RELIEF CENTER, LLC
2011.01 - 2016.01
Department of Financial Institutions, Regional Underwriter
CHUBB GROUP
2005.01 - 2010.12
Ph.D. - Public Policy, Administration, & Law
WALDEN UNIVERSITY
MBA - Finance, Risk Management & Insurance
WALDEN UNIVERSITY
Master of Public Administration -
WALDEN UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts - Law
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY