Tahir Johnson is the Founder and CEO of Simply Pure Trenton, one of the first Black-owned social equity businesses awarded an adult-use cannabis license in New Jersey. He also serves as President of the Minority Cannabis Business Association (MCBA), championing diversity and inclusion within the cannabis industry.

Johnson’s advocacy is deeply personal, driven by his own encounters with the criminal justice system, having been arrested for cannabis three times. These experiences fuel his commitment to combating the impacts of the war on drugs and promoting social equity. His leadership roles at The Marijuana Policy Project, United States Cannabis Council, and National Cannabis Industry Association have focused on advancing social equity at both state and national levels.

Before entering the cannabis industry, Johnson had a successful career in Wealth Management with firms such as Morgan Stanley, where he served on the Diversity Council. He holds a Marketing degree from Howard University and a certificate in Power and Influence for Positive Impact from Harvard Business School Online.

Johnson also hosts the popular podcast, The Cannabis Diversity Report, and is a sought-after voice in the cannabis industry, with appearances in The Wall Street Journal, Rolling Stone, NBC News, The New York Times, The Guardian, Forbes, CNBC, Black Enterprise, BET, and more.

Tahir Johnson is a leading advocate for social equity and a trailblazer in the cannabis industry, dedicated to creating opportunities and fostering inclusivity.