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Jocelyn Sheltraw

Jocelyn Sheltraw is the co-founder and CEO of Budist. With 7 years of experience in the cannabis industry, Jocelyn brings her passion for quality and education to Budist, making it a go-to for cannabis enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

Before launching Budist, Jocelyn helped build Headset, a leading cannabis data company, where she drove projects that shaped the industry. She is also one of 300 certified Ganjiers worldwide, teaches at StartSe University, and has contributed to cannabis policy as a former Board Member of the California Cannabis Industry Association.

Jocelyn is passionate about elevating the conversation around the cannabis plant and her work has earned her spots on Leaf Magazine's 2024 Impact List, MG Magazine's 40 Under 40, and nominations for 100 Most Influential People by Global Cannabis Times.

Before cannabis, Jocelyn spent over a decade working with brands like Spotify, SoundCloud, and Uber in the mobile app industry, blending tech with her love for connecting people to unique experiences.

Posts by Jocelyn

Creating a Culture of Cannabis Connoisseurship

At Budist, our core mission is to celebrate the people, producers, and places that define our cannabis culture and heritage,…

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The Cannabis 100-Point Rating System

Crafting a culture of cannabis connoisseurship is about more than loving the plant – it’s about learning how to assess…

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How to Rate & Review Cannabis Products

At Budist, our mission is to celebrate the cannabis producers who are dedicated to quality craftsmanship, and one of the…

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