Matt is a cannabis entrepreneur with 15+ years of industry experience. He transformed Purple Lotus from a $10K investment into a $26M+ operation–San Jose's #1 cannabis dispensary with 10,000+ monthly customers.
About Matt
Matt Krishnamachari is a cannabis industry pioneer with over 15 years of experience transforming businesses from startup to market leadership. As the founder of Purple Lotus, he built San Jose's #1 cannabis dispensary from a $10,000 initial investment into a $26M+ annual operation serving over 10,000 monthly customers.
His journey began in the early days of California's cannabis industry, where he developed expertise in navigating complex regulatory environments while building sustainable, scalable businesses. Matt's approach combines deep operational knowledge with strategic vision, allowing him to identify opportunities that others miss.
At Conversion System, Matt brings his proven playbook for explosive business growth to clients across cannabis, healthcare, and other highly regulated industries. His specialty is helping businesses break through growth plateaus by implementing AI-powered systems that automate operations and accelerate revenue.
Areas of Expertise
Education & Certifications
Stanford Executive Education
Strategic Growth Leadership
University of California
Business Administration
Certifications
Industry Experience
Speaking & Events
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