Marianne Cursetjee

Marianne Cursetjee
Co-Founder, CEO, Alibi Cannabis

As a cancer survivor inspired by how cannabis improved her health while undergoing chemotherapy and radiation, Marianne bought property in Oregon and started a cannabis farm. At Alibi, she develops the business strategy, operations, commercialization, systems and processes and scale to deliver revenue growth and positive cash flow.

Alibi has grown to be a brand known in Oregon for consistent quality.  They are expanding by launching into other states.  New York is the launchpad for Alibi’s expansion.

Marianne brings keen expertise on successfully navigating the marketing and financial challenges in this highly regulated industry. Additionally, she employs a solid operator’s experience in establishing both digital tools and data-rich dashboards, as well as efficient brick and mortar systems and processes for distribution, fulfillment, vendor, sourcing, and inventory. Her education and experience in finance and business has embedded a philosophy of using data and always looking for excellence.

A strong relationship builder, Marianne helps accelerate the cannabis market growth through a cultivated network of partnerships across industry and trade organizations. Working together, Marianne influences industry-wide policies, rules, and laws related to cannabis, improves product quality, and builds relationships across the cannabis market, keeping abreast of industry trends and market fluctuations.