SABINA LONE
Summary
Dynamic, multi-faceted, creative, and results-driven professional known for thoroughly evaluating customer needs, maintaining constant strategic focus, and promoting effective solutions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
Nirvana Center Dispensaries
11.2024 - 03.2025
- Opened four stores for Bloc/Nirvana from the ground up, overseeing all aspects from inspection to operational status
- Currently managing the launch of two additional stores in March 2025, ensuring they are fully staffed and inspection-ready
- Hired, trained, and managed all staff, creating high-performance teams across multiple locations
- Successfully onboarded 40+ vendors and 175+ brands, securing exclusive pricing, promotions, and partnerships to enhance market presence
- Generated over $2.5 million in total sales within the first year of operations
Chief Revenue Officer
Higher Love Cannabis
09.2020 - 10.2023
- Increased single-location sales by >85% for each of the six (6) operating locations
- Grew entity-wide profits by >33% YOY
- Created new store opening business plans across multiple markets, driving MSO operations
Director of Retail Operations
Higher Love Cannabis
09.2020 - 10.2023
- Opened five (5) retail licenses in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
- Developed procurement and commercialization strategies, increasing portfolio returns by 28%
- Hired and led a team of >50, including managers and supervisors
General Manager
Fluresh LLC
11.2019 - 07.2020
- Performed the full recruitment, hiring, and development process for >20 direct-reports
- Implemented all technology solutions, from the point of sale to the loyalty management system
- Managed the full procurement process for the entity (THC, accessories, consumables)
Compliance Manager
BotaniQ
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Developed SOPs for the entity, ensuring regulatory compliance
- Ensured passing results on all relevant inspections through extensive staff and facility preparation
- Developed and executed one of Michigan’s first delivery services
Education
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Health Administration & Management
Davenport University
01.2016
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
Oakland University
01.2006
Skills
- Expansion and Strategy
- Growth Initiatives
- Promotional Marketing
- Revenue Maximization
- New Store Launches
- Sales Ops Optimization
- Budget Forecasting
- Supply Chain Efficiency
- Training Development
- Educational Programs
- Rapport Development
- Price Negotiation
- Operations Excellence
- Inventory Control
- Agile Problem Solving
- METRC Management
- SOP Development
- Performance and Engagement
- Cross Communication
- Technical Documentation
- Market Analysis
- Goal Management
- Performance Review
- Metrics Analysis
- Executive Liaising
- Product Evaluation
Websites
Timeline
Director of Operations
Nirvana Center Dispensaries
11.2024 - 03.2025
Chief Revenue Officer
Higher Love Cannabis
09.2020 - 10.2023
Director of Retail Operations
Higher Love Cannabis
09.2020 - 10.2023
General Manager
Fluresh LLC
11.2019 - 07.2020
Compliance Manager
BotaniQ
07.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
Oakland University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Health Administration & Management
Davenport University
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