Kellen is a pioneer in the legal cannabis industry who helped build some of the industry's largest private equity funds, first Multi-State
operators, and most iconic brands. Kellen has developed a well-earned reputation for delivering on key initiatives, working closely with some of the industry’s largest companies at all stages of development from inception to IPO. As a cannabis operator Kellen has held leadership positions from seed to sale with the largest cultivators and manufacturers, retailers, and brands across the sector. Prior to serving as a board director and executive in the cannabis sector, Kellen held several management positions across media, brand, advertising, and commercial real estate. As one of the nation’s most steadfast proponents of marijuana legalization efforts at local, state and federal level, Mr. O’Keefe regularly contributes both strategy, time, and capital to the country’s leading advocacy groups and is a former USCC (United States Cannabis Council) board director.