As a trailblazer in the industry and a fierce advocate for racial justice, Wanda has been widely recognized as one of the most influential leaders in cannabis. National publications, non-profit organizations and industry associations have singled her out for her leadership and business acumen.

 

Awards, Honors, and Civic Affiliations

Political

Elected University of Colorado Regent 2022

Senator Kamala Harris National Finance Committee 2020

Governor Jared Polis Transition Team 2019

Colorado Governor’s Amendment 64 Task Force Work Group 2013 & 2015

Obama for America National Finance Committee 2008

Obama for America Colorado Finance Committee 2007

Los Angeles Small Business Commission 2004

Board Member


Gubernatorial Appointment, Colorado Tourism Board 2019

Alumni Board of Directors, University of Colorado 2005 - 2008

Board of Directors, Starlight Children’s Foundation 2002 - 2004

President, National Women’s Political Caucus-Los Angeles 2001 - 2003

Junior League of Los Angeles Board Fellow, 2002

Economic Chair, Greater Los Angeles African American Chamber of Commerce 2000 - 2004

Honors & Awards

MJBIZCON 2023: ATACH RETAILER OF THE YEAR AWARD

Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce Top 25 Most Powerful Women in Business 2023

GROW UP CANNABIS CONFERENCE 2023: CHAMPION OF JUSTICE AND EQUITY

Blood Sweat and Tears Award 2022

Women In Cannabis Midwest Spotlight Award 2022

BCB MasterMind Trailblazer Award 2022

Person of the Year, CEA & Artemis Foundation 2021

Cannabis Hall of Fame, MJ Biz Daily 2019

High Times, 100 Most Influential People 2018

Advocate of the Year, Industry Power Women 2018

CBE 50 Most Influential Women in Cannabis 2017

Lifetime Achievement Award, Cannabis Business Awards 2017

Woman of the Year, Cannabis Business Awards 2016

MVP Cannabis Business Awards 2014 & 2015

Colorado Association of Black Journalists Award “Blowing Smoke” 2014

Westword, Marijuana Advocate of the Year 2010

Magazine Covers

Cannabis Business Times November 2023
Vanguard Magazine December 2020
Cannabis & Tech Magazine Fall 2018
Dispensary Magazine March 2017
Sensi Magazine Inaugural Issue, April 2016
Black Enterprise Magazine, January 1997