Thomas Mohan
Cannabis Compliance
Milton,FL
Summary
Accomplished leader with a distinguished 30-year career in public safety, law enforcement, and security, transitioned into a prominent role in regulatory and legal compliance within the cannabis industry. Proficient in deciphering intricate cannabis laws and regulations and ensuring seamless operational alignment, I bring extensive expertise in ISO/IEC standard SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), to the forefront. In my previous capacity as a Supervisory Investigator, I played a pivotal role in driving Legal, regulatory, and security strategies, shaping comprehensive policies, and empowering teams for success. My proactive approach and innovative thinking have catalyzed transformative state procedures, evidenced by my instrumental role in the creation of the widely adopted Colorado Universal THC symbol. Armed with a robust background in cannabis compliance and a profound understanding of regulatory intricacies within the cannabis sector, I am well-equipped for leadership roles that demand a strategic blend of regulatory acumen, innovation, and teamwork.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS
Pathway Audit
09.2021 - Current
- Conduct rigorous regulatory audits to ensure adherence to applicable state, county, and municipal laws, regulations, and ordinances, resulting in 100% compliance and mitigating any potential legal risks for the company
- Conducted Investigations into product and cannabis quality complaints, saving clients $100,000 in potential fines
- Collaborate with the Compliance team to ensure compliance with over 1000 applicable state, county, and municipal laws, ordinances, and regulations
- Prepares and submits documentation for regulatory inspections and audits to include regulatory Administrative Actions
- Formulate and execute regulatory strategies designed to obtain regulatory approval to support cannabis business plans to include application submittal
- Draft, develop, and implement comprehensive security, safety plans (asset protection), and 100’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) aligning with ISO/IEC, GMP, GAP, and state/local laws and regulations, including state seed-to-sale tracking systems such as Metrc and Bio Track
- Collect and analyze data to create cause and effect (root cause) and Corrective Action Preventive Action (CAPA) plans (root cause)
- Conduct product recall and withdrawal procedures
- Prepare and file legal and regulatory documents, including state/local license renewals, land use and zoning materials, local business permits, and tax registrations
- Create and implement adult learning motivational training programs for health, safety, environmental protection, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and company SOPs using Quilty Management
- Participate in state Rulemaking, regulatory stakeholder, industry, and other relevant workgroups
- I have personally saved clients millions ($1,000,000+) in costs.
Cannabis Industry Subject Matter Expert, Supervisory Criminal Investigator, Instructor
Colorado Department of Revenue - Marijuana Enforcement Division
10.2014 - 09.2021
- I have directed Criminal and Compliance Investigators overseeing the state of Colorado’s 2,552 regulated cannabis industry licenses and mentored the same using performance management
- Review hundreds of responses to government investigations, regulatory disciplinary complaints, administrative appeals, and other legal proceedings from licenses
- Orchestrated hundreds of intricate criminal, financial, regulatory, and change of ownership investigations
- Addressed complaints from concerned citizens and industry insiders, conducting thorough inquiries
- Monitored and investigated the state's marijuana seed-to-sale tracking system, metrc, for compliance with testing and inventory standards
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to conduct comprehensive marijuana-related investigations
- Led investigations into underage marijuana sales and diversion of regulated marijuana
- Executed regulatory inspections of medical/retail cultivations, marijuana product manufacturers, testing facilities, off-site storage locations, and transportation enterprises
- Review and approve security and safety plans, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Non-conformance, and deviations for marijuana cultivation facilities (indoor, outdoor, and greenhouses), marijuana-infused product manufacturing facilities, retail/medical stores (dispensaries), testing facilities, off-site storage facilities, and transportation companies
- Assured food-grade quality control of cannabis products with Health department inspections
- Conducted risk management by instructing investigators in high-liability instruction
- I have contributed to the formulation of the Colorado THC Universal symbol, which is used by many states.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR
01.1999 - Current
- Crafted and formulated adult-based comprehensive training initiatives addressing 'high liability' situations, which encompass activities carrying a substantial risk of legal or financial repercussions and potential harm to individuals
- Taught thousands of learners from 8-88 years of age
- These programs cover a wide spectrum of skills, including but not limited to: Problem-solving, Leadership and team management, Interpersonal, juvenal, and ethnic considerations, Inter-personal communications, Use of force procedures, Firearms utilization, Criminal investigation techniques, Legal and ethical considerations, Tactical response, Crisis management, including hostage negotiations.
SUPERVISOR SECURITY AGENT
Anlance Protection
02.2013 - 10.2014
- Supervised and organized safety and security for a multi-million-dollar global dairy supplier
- I was responsible for Asset Protection and employee safety
- Implemented internal and external security for the world's largest Mozzarella cheese manufacturer with over 5500 employees.
Patrol Officer
Tampa Police Department
01.2012 - 02.2013
- Maintaining public safety and enforcing the law
- Proficient in crime prevention, investigations, and community engagement for populations over 387,000
- Demonstrated exemplary leadership by supervising and guiding a team of officers in daily law enforcement activities.
Patrol Officer
Greeley Police Department
04.2006 - 01.2012
- Maintaining public safety and enforcing the law
- Proficient in crime prevention, investigations, and community engagement for populations over 387,000
- Demonstrated exemplary leadership by supervising and guiding a team of officers in daily law enforcement activities.
Police Officer and Narcotics Investigator
Escambia County Sheriff's Office
09.1998 - 04.2006
- Maintaining public safety and enforcing the law
- Proficient in crime prevention, investigations, and community engagement for populations over 387,000
- Demonstrated exemplary leadership by supervising and guiding a team of officers in daily law enforcement activities
- Investigating illegal drug trafficking and manufacturing using tools such as Title III USC 18 wiretaps, surveillance, controlled buys, confidential informants, and interviews
- Conducting RICO (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations) investigations, including financial probes and asset seizures, to dismantle criminal enterprises
- Expertise in investigating and dismantling clandestine drug manufacturing labs, with certification in Hazwoper (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response).
Education
Bachelor program Criminal Justice -
Everest University
01.2008
Associate Emergency Medical Management - EMT/Paramedic -
ERIE Community College
01.1993
Skills
- Process Improvements
- Risk Mitigation
- Operations Oversight
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Quality Assurance
- Performance Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Leadership Training
- Cost Control
Timeline
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS
Pathway Audit
09.2021 - Current
Cannabis Industry Subject Matter Expert, Supervisory Criminal Investigator, Instructor
Colorado Department of Revenue - Marijuana Enforcement Division
10.2014 - 09.2021
SUPERVISOR SECURITY AGENT
Anlance Protection
02.2013 - 10.2014
Patrol Officer
Tampa Police Department
01.2012 - 02.2013
Patrol Officer
Greeley Police Department
04.2006 - 01.2012
CRIMINAL JUSTICE EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR
01.1999 - Current
Police Officer and Narcotics Investigator
Escambia County Sheriff's Office
09.1998 - 04.2006
Bachelor program Criminal Justice -
Everest University
Associate Emergency Medical Management - EMT/Paramedic -
ERIE Community College
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