Leader Type: Executive Leaders

Todd Williams is a seasoned veteran in business development consulting, mergers and acquisitions, and asset valuation. For more than 25 years, he has led company growth in a diverse array of sectors, including real estate and commodity trading. Previously, Mr. Williams was Vice President of Corporate Development at Albertsons, Inc., where he managed the acquisition… Continue reading Todd Williams

Dan Pabon is a longtime attorney and former Colorado state representative (2011-2019) with a proven history of working with stakeholders in diverse industries to navigate regulations and governance. As chief legal expert for Schwazze, Mr. Pabon handles matters concerning compliance, intellectual property, public policy and corporate citizenship, among others. He previously held the role of… Continue reading Dan Pabon

10-yr retail professional, launched career at Albertsons Companies, where he supported M&A and Integration Functions as Senior Director of Corporate Development. During 6-yr span, team acquired over $30B in revenue (>1,500 locations) and realized over $800M in cost out synergies. Later, Collin supported the foundation and expansion of eCommerce, launching subscription services and last mile… Continue reading Collin Lodge

David is a seasoned manufacturing and P&L executive with extensive experience rapidly identifying and yielding multimillion-dollar improvements in operations and supply chain through LEAN manufacturing strategies. Previously responsible for global operations for a multi-national glass manufacturer, David was managing director with full P&L responsibility for its European business segment where he led a significant turnaround… Continue reading David Kaufman

Chris Jones has more than 25 years of experience as corporate counsel to several prominent companies, and an extensive background in providing tactical and strategic advice to executive management and Boards of Directors. Prior to Schwazze, Chris served as the SVP, Legal and Corporate Secretary of Long Play, Inc. and its affiliated companies for 7… Continue reading Christine Jones

Forrest Hoffmaster is responsible for the company’s finance functions including Accounting, Audit, Risk, Tax, Treasury, Financial Planning & Analysis, Investor Relations, and Capital Markets. In addition, oversees the company’s data analytics and information technology functions. Hoffmaster brings to Schwazze a 30-year career with broad C-suite experience in purpose-driven companies including Whole Foods, HEB Grocery, Advanced… Continue reading Forrest Hoffmaster

Known for his leadership, strategy development and brand building expertise, Driessen has more than 20 years in sales and business development roles. Formerly chief executive officer of Front Range Biosciences, a biotechnology research firm based in Boulder, Colorado, Driessen brings over a decade of experience in the cannabis industry.  Prior to his leadership role at… Continue reading Chris Driessen

Ken Diehl is a highly accomplished professional with over 30 years’ experience leading retail industry operations, marketing, merchandising and strategic pricing initiatives while overseeing billions in annual revenue, improving expense budgets, and increasing profits. Ken has experience with Grocery Retailers Kroger, Albertsons, Jewel Osco, A&P, Strack & Van Til holding the roles of Chief Executive… Continue reading Ken Diehl

Dan is a seasoned Human Resources professional, with over 17 years of experience with the food & beverage and agriculture industries.  During his career, he has provided leadership to successfully help guide his employers in the areas of Employee Engagement, Culture, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion and Safety.  Previously, he led the Human Resources function for Coors Distributing Company… Continue reading Dan Bonach

Nirup Krishnamurthy has over 25 years of leadership experience at Fortune 500 companies, with a focus on technology innovation, restructuring and integration. While Chief Information Officer for United Airlines, he helped oversee one of the largest turnaround restructurings in corporate American history, spearheading vital initiatives to drive major cost reductions and revenue enhancement. Mr. Krishnamurthy… Continue reading Nirup Krishnamurthy