CFO on Call | Cannabis MSO Tax & Compliance Strategist | 280E, 471(c) & Entity Structuring @ CannabisCPA.tax | Industry Intel @ WeedingTheNews.com

Antoine Mordican stands at the forefront of Alabama's medical cannabis industry as the founder of Native Black Cultivation, the state's first certified black-owned medical cannabis cultivation company. Beyond steering Native Black Farm, a hydroponic hemp-growing venture, Mordican is a driving force in the advancement of medical marijuana in the region. He holds significant roles, including the state director of Minorities for Medical Marijuana, where he founded the Alabama chapter. His advocacy has been instrumental, notably addressing the Alabama House of Representatives Health Committee and playing a crucial role in the establishment of Alabama’s Medical Cannabis law.

Mordican’s journey began on the west side of Chicago, from where he relocated to the south seeking enhanced educational opportunities. Initially enrolled in a finance program at Alabama A&M University, he soon shifted gears, graduating with a degree in Electrical Engineering. His academic pursuits continued at Colombia Southern, where he earned an MBA in project management. Mordican's professional path led him from a distribution engineer role in the corporate world to a profound interest in horticulture, specifically cannabis cultivation. His relentless research and innovative experiments in 2020 resulted in a novel hydroponic technique for growing premium cannabis, setting his Birmingham farm apart as a provider of the highest quality, sustainable hemp.

Currently, Mordican is not only one of the first to be licensed to cultivate medical marijuana but also serves on the board of directors for the Minority Cannabis Business Association, further cementing his commitment to advocacy and education within the minority cannabis community. When not engaged in his farm or bridging connections among various interest groups, Mordican enjoys quality moments with his wife and five children, underlining his multifaceted life as a professional, advocate, and family man.