Nicklas Thrasher
Fort Myers
Summary
Experienced in cannabis cultivation with a comprehensive background in managing all aspects of plant growth from clone to harvest. Responsibilities included building greenhouses, designing irrigation systems, and supervising trim crews while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Developed effective cultivation strategies that improved crop yield and quality, alongside training new staff to enhance operational efficiency. Proven ability to monitor environmental conditions and adjust practices to promote healthier plants and reduce waste.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cultivation Manager
Cloudhands farm
Bridgeville
03.2021 - 11.2025
- I was responsible for every aspect of the farm and every plant on the farm, from clone to harvest, last year we did 9600 plants. I built out greenhouses, irrigation systems, pulled tarps, managed trim crews.
- Monitored environmental conditions and adjusted cultivation practices accordingly, resulting in healthier plants and reduced waste.
- Developed and implemented cultivation strategies that optimized plant growth, enhancing overall crop yield and quality.
- Supervised daily operations of the cultivation process, ensuring adherence to best practices and safety standards.
- Trained and mentored new staff in cultivation techniques, improving team efficiency and operational knowledge.
Cultivation Manager
Salty dawg farms
Bridgeville
05.2016 - 12.2020
- Developed and implemented cultivation strategies that optimized plant growth, enhancing overall crop yield and quality.
- Supervised daily operations of the cultivation process, ensuring adherence to best practices and safety standards.
- Trained and mentored new staff in cultivation techniques, improving team efficiency and operational knowledge.
Owner/Operator of hydroponic garden supply store
Third Coast horticulture supply
Muskegon
06.2011 - 11.2015
- I built the store from ground up and worked at the store six days a week for four years.
- Developed and implemented effective inventory management systems, enhancing stock accuracy and reducing shortages.
- Trained and mentored staff on hydroponic systems, improving team efficiency and customer service quality.
- Established strong supplier relationships, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality horticultural products for customers.
Cultivation assistant
Humboldt patient resource center
Arcata
08.1999 - 06.2002
- I was responsible for a 20 light indoor w nft gutter systems.
- Assisted in the propagation of various cannabis strains, ensuring optimal growth conditions and health monitoring.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of cultivation areas, promoting a safe and efficient working environment.
- Conducted regular inspections of plants, identifying and addressing health issues to sustain high-quality yields.
Education
Business Management
College of The Redwoods
Eureka, CA 01.2022 - 09.2023
BBA - Business Management
Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA 05.1999 - 09.2004
Skills
- I have 25 years of experience in all things cannabis in Humboldt County California I moved there when I was 18 years old in 1999 and immediately got into the industry I worked as a cultivation assistant in 1999 at the first dispensary that ever existed anywhere in the country, it was the Humboldt patient resource center
- Cultivation management
- Crop yield optimization
- Environmental monitoring
- Irrigation system design
Timeline
Business Management
College of The Redwoods
01.2022 - 09.2023
Cultivation Manager
Cloudhands farm
03.2021 - 11.2025
Cultivation Manager
Salty dawg farms
05.2016 - 12.2020
Owner/Operator of hydroponic garden supply store
Third Coast horticulture supply
06.2011 - 11.2015
Cultivation assistant
Humboldt patient resource center
08.1999 - 06.2002
BBA - Business Management
Humboldt State University
05.1999 - 09.2004