Davisha Johnson
Instructor
Instructor Bio
Davisha L. Johnson, a multifaceted leader and advocate, has harnessed a diverse educational background to drive transformative change in agriculture and the emerging cannabis industry. With a foundation in architecture and construction, Davisha provides invaluable strategic guidance to farmers, focusing on land utilization, city planning, and farm development.
Davisha's extensive experience as the National Business Development Director for the National Women in Agriculture Alliance underscores their unwavering commitment to agriculture advocacy. Their active involvement in lobbying efforts in Washington, D.C., advocating for farm bill support for Women NGOs, highlights their dedication to driving positive change in agriculture policy.
Adding to their versatile skill set, Davisha holds a degree in political science and operates a successful political consulting company, offering valuable training and capacity-building expertise to the cannabis industry. Their work with local and foreign governments, including farm training initiatives in Ghana through the African Women in Agriculture Alliance (AWIAA), reflects a profound commitment to rural community development and empowering women in agribusiness.
Davisha's extensive certifications from reputable institutions like Cornell University, USAID, and AGRA, coupled with participation in various agribusiness development programs in Ghana, demonstrate a strong dedication to sustainable agriculture and community empowerment.
Their advocacy track record is remarkable, with Davisha advising elected officials in Georgia, organizing advocacy events, securing permits for rallies and coalition gatherings, and embarking on regional tours with state governments to promote cannabis sensitization and strategic planning. Their active engagement with stakeholders, politicians, and business owners has been pivotal in guiding entry into the cannabis industry and optimizing land use, including overseeing pilot farm sites in Alabama.
Davisha's impact transcends borders, with efforts extending internationally, including a visit to a Member of Parliament in Nigeria to establish the African Cannabis Legislative Caucus as a legalization strategy for the country's sensitization.
Over the last three years in Ghana, Davisha has organized the HempTech Conference and initiated the AIE Project, a comprehensive roadmap for cannabis strategy development in Africa. Their most recent milestone is the launch of the African Cannabis University in Ghana in 2023, solidifying their commitment to advancing the cannabis industry in the region.
In summary, Davisha L. Johnson's remarkable journey showcases their expertise in agriculture, politics, and advocacy, all channeled toward sustainable agriculture, cannabis industry advancement, and empowerment of rural communities and women in agribusiness. Davisha is a driving force in shaping the future of agriculture and cannabis in Africa and beyond.
Davisha's extensive experience as the National Business Development Director for the National Women in Agriculture Alliance underscores their unwavering commitment to agriculture advocacy. Their active involvement in lobbying efforts in Washington, D.C., advocating for farm bill support for Women NGOs, highlights their dedication to driving positive change in agriculture policy.
Adding to their versatile skill set, Davisha holds a degree in political science and operates a successful political consulting company, offering valuable training and capacity-building expertise to the cannabis industry. Their work with local and foreign governments, including farm training initiatives in Ghana through the African Women in Agriculture Alliance (AWIAA), reflects a profound commitment to rural community development and empowering women in agribusiness.
Davisha's extensive certifications from reputable institutions like Cornell University, USAID, and AGRA, coupled with participation in various agribusiness development programs in Ghana, demonstrate a strong dedication to sustainable agriculture and community empowerment.
Their advocacy track record is remarkable, with Davisha advising elected officials in Georgia, organizing advocacy events, securing permits for rallies and coalition gatherings, and embarking on regional tours with state governments to promote cannabis sensitization and strategic planning. Their active engagement with stakeholders, politicians, and business owners has been pivotal in guiding entry into the cannabis industry and optimizing land use, including overseeing pilot farm sites in Alabama.
Davisha's impact transcends borders, with efforts extending internationally, including a visit to a Member of Parliament in Nigeria to establish the African Cannabis Legislative Caucus as a legalization strategy for the country's sensitization.
Over the last three years in Ghana, Davisha has organized the HempTech Conference and initiated the AIE Project, a comprehensive roadmap for cannabis strategy development in Africa. Their most recent milestone is the launch of the African Cannabis University in Ghana in 2023, solidifying their commitment to advancing the cannabis industry in the region.
In summary, Davisha L. Johnson's remarkable journey showcases their expertise in agriculture, politics, and advocacy, all channeled toward sustainable agriculture, cannabis industry advancement, and empowerment of rural communities and women in agribusiness. Davisha is a driving force in shaping the future of agriculture and cannabis in Africa and beyond.