Adam Bierman

Author | Unicorn Founder | Futurist | Keynote Speaker
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Adam Bierman is an American entrepreneur, author, and industry strategist best known as the co-founder and former CEO of MedMen, one of the most recognized cannabis retail brands in the United States. Born on February 8, 1982, in Scottsdale, Arizona, Bierman grew up across several states before settling in Southern California, where he developed an early passion for athletics and competition. He attended Brandeis University and Los Angeles City College before transferring to the University of Southern California, ultimately leaving to pursue entrepreneurial ventures full-time.

In 2010, a consulting visit to a medical cannabis dispensary revealed the untapped potential of a nascent industry on the verge of legalization. Recognizing both the commercial promise and cultural significance of the moment, Bierman and his business partner, Andrew Modlin, launched their first dispensary project, ultimately leading to the establishment of MedMen in 2012. Under Bierman’s leadership, MedMen grew into a multi-state operator known for modern retail design, premium product presentation, and efforts to normalize cannabis in mainstream culture. The company expanded rapidly, raised significant institutional capital, and became widely regarded as the first American “cannabis unicorn.”

After stepping down as CEO in 2020, Bierman shifted his focus to thought leadership, advising, and authorship. His book, Weed Empire, chronicles his experience building MedMen and shares insights into the evolution of legal cannabis in the United States. Today, Bierman consults with global cannabis companies, consumer brands, investors, and entrepreneurs navigating complex, fast-moving industries.

Driven by a “why not?” philosophy, he continues to champion innovation, brand elevation, and the broader integration of cannabis into modern commerce. Bierman divides his time between professional engagements and family life, maintaining a global perspective on emerging markets and the future of consumer behavior.

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Breaking Barriers: How to Disrupt Established Markets and Create New Asset Classes

Scaling Innovation: Lessons from Building a Multinational Brand in a Fast-Growth Industry

The Entrepreneurs Playbook: Building Resilience and Perseverance in Uncertain Markets

Mainstreaming the Unthinkable: Strategies for Shifting Public Perception and Changing Consumer Behavior

Creating Value in Uncharted Territory: How to Lead Through Innovation and Risk

Videos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gB6nR17CTlQ
Adam Bierman's Early Years In The Cannabis Industry
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4fJsq56b3c
Adam Bierman on FOX Business
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sknPmM8n_vw&t=4s
Adam Bierman on CNN
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKhYoVFr4Lc
How To Make Marijuana Mainstream | Adam Bierman

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