Katie Pringle is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Marigold PR, an award-winning public relations agency that supports B2B companies across North America, with a focus on corporate cannabis, construction, and technology. In 2021, she also co-founded Tether, a Canadian Budtender community of over 5,500 members that helps cannabis brands connect, promote, and educate. A strategy-driven PR and marketing expert, Katie brings a strong understanding of both the digital landscape and traditional media. Since 2017, she has been a driving force in organizing events for women, championing positive change and pushing for a more inclusive future. Her latest initiative is Radicle Femmes, a networking event for women in cannabis.

An award-winning leader in strategic public relations, Karen has held key roles in top agencies in Canada (Toronto) and the US (New York). Her path has led her around the globe, and she recently held the role of CSO at Highbury Media in Cape Town, SA. She is a respected communications expert, whose skills have helped promote, protect and elevate several multi-national brands in a variety of industries including CPG, cannabis, food & beverage, hospitality and luxury travel.

Brooke is an Account Lead who has been with the agency for nearly four years. She leads client service across multiple accounts and specializes in strategy development, corporate communications, and brand awareness campaigns. With experience in both B2B and consumer-facing work, she has secured coverage in top-tier publications and played a key role in some of the agency’s most successful campaigns. Brooke is known for her strategic thinking, sharp execution, and ability to build strong client relationships.

Debra is the Manager of Partnerships & Operations at Marigold and has been with the agency for three years. With over 25 years of experience in customer service and administration, she manages agency operations and leads the execution of events. Debra is focused on delivering high-quality service and maintaining strong relationships with partners and clients.

Mackenzie is Marigold’s Marketing & Account Executive. She engages Canadian Budtenders through events, activations, and marketing initiatives supported by real-life Budtender insights. Through thoughtful community engagement and data-driven insights, she helps brands develop compliant strategies that resonate with frontline cannabis professionals. She brings extensive experience from her in-house and agency-based PR and communications roles, specializing in securing earned media, developing impactful social media campaigns, and executing integrated marketing strategies.

Michael is a Communications Coordinator at Marigold, where he supports media relations, content development, and event execution. Since joining the agency, he has helped build and manage relationships with media, influencers, and industry-leading brands across a range of sectors. Michael contributes to press materials, social media, campaign reporting, and brand communications, while also supporting digital channels and on-site event delivery. He is known for his collaborative approach, attention to detail, and commitment to producing high-quality work across all projects.

Amber has been a professional writer, designer and creator for over two decades. Her career started in media but eventually evolved into marketing. In 2011, she launched a marketing agency, and for 10 years, worked with over 120 companies on everything from design and branding to social media and marketing strategy. Currently, Amber works as a Fractional CMO, supporting CPG, cannabis, home services and tech companies with strategy and creative

Tether is Canada's Budtender community, connecting cannabis brands with a network of over 5,500 Budtenders from across the country. By providing Budtenders with the necessary education and resources to succeed and providing brands with a cost-effective way to connect, promote and educate, Tether paves the way for a stronger community and a brighter future for the industry.

O2O is a trade marketing partner built for the cannabis industry, connecting brands with retailers through effective print, promo, sampling, and digital solutions. We bridge the gap between brands and retail decision-makers, ensuring the right tools, messaging, and materials reach stores at the right time. O2O supports brands by producing and delivering high-impact materials that drive awareness and boost sell-through, exactly when and where they’re needed. 

Founded in 2020 by David Brown, StratCann is a trusted source for timely news, industry insights, and distinctive events that reflect the evolving landscape of the legal cannabis sector. Its dedicated platform serves a wide-ranging audience—including license holders, producers, labs, retailers, policymakers, and other professionals—offering in-depth coverage of thought leaders, industry brands and businesses, and key regulatory developments.

Sister Merci is a three-time Agency of the Year winner—most recently at Clio Cannabis—creating work that shapes markets and wins awards. Over 150 brands have trusted the agency because they understand regulated industries and know that compliance and creativity go hand in hand to drive growth.

Andrea has been a freelance and contract photographer for over 10 years, beginning as a black and white analog photographer, with a passion for dark room developing, she has now grown into a digital artist bringing her images life in a very creative style. She has won numerous International awards and been published in many magazines across the world. Andrea can be seen photographing everything from weddings, families and animals, to editorials, high fashion and fantasy. She is constantly advancing in her career and pushing the boundaries to what she'll shoot next!

Jayden executes authentic and targeted social media campaigns that drive results and supports the Marigold Retailer Relations team with social media engagement and communication.