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Curtis White Curtis was born and raised in Fairmont, MN. He is fourth generation to Fairmont and his family ties run deep in the community. Curtis is a versatile leader with over 20 years of experience in farming and agricultural business. He spent much of his youth learning the trade by aiding in his family's expansive 3,300 acre corn and soybean business. In the early 2000's, he owned and operated Dynasty Holdings, a company responsible for over eight billion dollars in mortgage loan volume. Dynasty holdings specialized in mortgage lead generation, loan processing and loan closing through utilize a $10 million dollar line of credit. In 2008, Curtis returned to his agricultural background where he founded several companies specializing in growing and producing cannabis -derived products. His wealth of knowledge in cannabis seeding, cultivation, genetics, extraction, and product formulations played an integral role his most recent endeavor, Great White Industries and Great White Farms. Great White Industries specializes in branding, manufacturing, and distribution of CBD products. The nationwide CBD brand is Curt's Concentrates which is sold and distributed direct to consumers, small shops, and large distributing chains throughout the nation. A second brand MN Roots was developed to support MN Hemp and Cannabis with the goal to bring consumer, manufacturing, and growing education to MN based on his years of experience. The first MN Roots storefront will open in Elk River, July 2023 to promote the brand along with CBD education for the community. Land was purchased in Fairmont, MN to build a 65,000 square foot state of the art vertical grow and retail store in the community which will be operational in the next 6 months. Great White Farms specializes in branding, manufacturing, and distribution of THC products along with grow, genetics, extraction, and manufacturing consulting. Curtis' growing expertise in plant nutrients, cloning and light balance leads to industry standard plant yields. Curtis is a legendary figure in the cannabis world. His honest and hardworking nature is a testament to his ability to stay grounded to his small-town roots. Buck McAlpin Buck currently works with the Libby Law Office in Saint Paul as a Government Relation's Specialist. Buck has spent the last 28 years lobbying at the Minnesota State Capital on emergency medical services, health care related issues and within the Cannabis space. Buck has a background in both rural and large urban EMS operations working as a paramedic and EMS Operations Director in those settings. Buck continues to represent and lobby for the American College of Emergency Physicians, the MN Ambulance Association, Rural Transportation Providers, and other health care related entities. Buck was one of the original investors and contractors when the State awarded LeafLine Labs, LLC one of the two State Medical Cannabis licenses back in 2014. He worked to navigate the entire process with the Board of Directors and LeafLine to establish a cannabis program in MN. In May of 2018 Buck was elected by the 200 investors/members of LeafLine to serve as the Board Chair. As Chair of the Board, he was active in day-to-day operations and the success of the Company. In 2021 Buckworked with the Board and leadership to develop an exit plan and ultimate sale of LeafLine to a National Cannabis operator. Buck enjoys working in the entrepreneurial space and has owned and purchased numerous companies over the years. Nick Zerwas Nick is a respected leader in our community, with a career that spans both public and private sectors. He served as a member of the Minnesota House of Representatives and played a crucial role in shaping the state's medical cannabis program. His expertise and dedication to responsible business practices make him a valuable asset to Minnesota's legal cannabis industry. During his time as a Minnesota State Representative, Zerwas represented District 30A, which included Elk River, Big Lake, and Otsego. He focused on essential issues like public safety and healthcare, demonstrating his commitment to public service and advocacy. Page 82 of 142