Meet Our Expert Team: Leaders in Cannabis Debt Collection.
Driving Excellence, Leading the Way
This is where innovation meets expertise in the dynamic intersection of commercial collections and the burgeoning cannabis industry. Our dedicated team is comprised of seasoned professionals who bring a wealth of experience in both commercial debt recovery and the unique nuances of the cannabis sector. Meet our leadership team: individuals whose collective knowledge and commitment drive CannaBIZ Collects toward unparalleled success.
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Brett is an accomplished entrepreneur in the cannabis industry, with a talent for building successful brands and businesses. His career began in 2015 as CEO of a vertically integrated cannabis company in Colorado, where he gained extensive knowledge of the industry.
Later, Brett co-founded, PAQcase, a specialty child-resistant cannabis packaging business and served as CEO, successfully developing innovative packaging solutions that established the company as a leader in the space. His leadership and strategic vision were instrumental in achieving a successful exit in 2022.
Currently, as Managing Partner of CannaBIZ Collects, the nation’s first and leading cannabis collection agency, Brett leverages his expertise to help cannabis businesses navigate the complex legal and financial landscape related to credit and collections.
With a BBA in Finance from The University of Georgia, Brett brings a unique blend of business acumen and financial expertise to his work. Passionate about driving innovation in the industry, Brett continues to explore new opportunities and mentor aspiring entrepreneurs from his home base in St. Petersburg, FL.
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With over 25 years of commercial collection experience, Cliff Sanders has been a distinguished professional in the industry. His experience with some of the biggest collection agencies in the world reflects a successful and leadership-filled career. In 1997, he began his journey as the Director of Sales at NCO Financial Systems, excelling for four years before assuming the role of EVP Business Development at Altus Receivables Management in 2002. Over a remarkable thirteen-year period, Cliff significantly contributed to the growth of Altus, solidifying his position as a seasoned leader in the field.
From 2016 to 2019, Cliff served as the Director of Sales at Tucker, Albin, and Associates, a commercial collection agency in the Greater Denver Area, where his strategic sales acumen played a crucial role in the organization's success.
In 2019, Cliff transitioned to become the Vice President of Commercial Sales at TSI - Transworld Systems Inc., showcasing his skills in business development, sales, and account management for four years.
Currently, Cliff Sanders serves as the Director of Operations at CannaBIZ Collects, bringing his wealth of experience to drive operational excellence in the nation's leading cannabis collection agency. Passionate about moving the cannabis industry forward, Cliff is dedicated to leveraging his extensive knowledge to promote better credit and collection practices, drawing insights from his rich experience across various industries. His commitment extends to educating and fostering positive growth within the cannabis sector.
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Stephanie has held Controllership positions for the last 34 years. The majority of Stephanie’s career was spent in the Commercial Construction Industry but she transitioned to the Cannabis Industry in 2013.
Stephanie enjoyed the privilege of working both in the Domestic U.S. as well as abroad in both Canada and Mexico during her tenure within the Cannabis Industry.
Stephanie has Managed Accounting Departments to include as many as six participants while in Cannabis and as few as two.
Partnerships and Associations
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How CannaBIZ Collects started.
Brett Gelfand found himself deep in the budding cannabis industry. Back in 2015, he was the CEO of a vertically integrated cannabis company in Colorado. Yet, amidst the haze of success, a persistent cloud loomed over him: unpaid bills.
It was during one particularly exasperating afternoon, as Brett sifted through stacks of overdue invoices, that he had an epiphany. He called his father, a seasoned veteran in the art of debt collection, having once owned a commercial collection agency that catered to Fortune 500 companies. With over 30 years of experience under his belt, Ross had the uncanny ability to transform delinquent payments into liquid gold.
"You want to bring collections into the world of weed?" Was the first question Brett asked Ross.
After Brett explained the nuances of the cannabis industry and how strict regulations, state laws, taxes, and the unavailability of regular financing affected the marijuana industry, Ross agreed that debt collection in the cannabis industry was a pressing matter. Drawn in by the bold suggestion and the possibility of one last adventure, the father-son duo embarked on a journey to reinvent the collection game, blending Ross's tried-and-true methods with the avant-garde vibes of the cannabis industry.
