As the legalization of cannabis continues to grow, eBottles is honoring past and modern-day pioneers who paved the way for progress in our industry.
From renowned growers and brand founders, to medical professionals and advocates—these trailblazers had the courage necessary to believe in their dreams despite immense opposition.
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We salute Mary Jane Rathbun, the San Francisco activist celebrated for her impact on the medical cannabis legalization movement. As a hospital volunteer in the 80’s, Brownie Mary was known for providing marijuana infused brownies to AIDS and cancer patients in pain. Despite three arrests, she continued fighting and helped research into the effects of cannabinoids and pain relief. Brownie Mary helped open one of the first medical dispensaries in the US, touching thousands of lives in the process.
Known as the “Emperor of Hemp,” Jack Herer became a prominent figure in the cannabis legalization movement as an author, activist, and cannabis enthusiast. Jack Herer left a lasting legacy, with a sativa-dominant hybrid strain named after him in honor of his work. We celebrate Jack Herer and all he advocated for here at eBottles.
John Lord shook up the cannabis industry with LivWell, a groundbreaking seed-to-sale dispensary originating in Colorado. Recognizing the lifeline cannabis could offer those battling chronic illnesses, Lord pushed the industry forward as a vigorous advocate, tirelessly campaigning for the expungement of non-violent marijuana offenses and challenging the fairness of licensing laws.
In 2008, Dahlia Mertens embarked on a journey to introduce the incredible healing properties of cannabis-infused topicals to the public. Despite skepticism, Dahlia persisted in advocating for the availability of these products. Today, Mary Jane's Medicinals stands as one of the top suppliers of topicals in the state of Colorado.
eBottles is celebrating Dr. Raphael Mechoulam, a legendary pioneer who revolutionized our understanding of cannabinoids. Dr. Mechoulam went on to recognize that cannabinoids could interrupt seizures from epilepsy and that CBD had enormous potential for healing.
