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About our Team

This is the Team that organizes the Effective Cannabis newsletter. They manage policies and help put the issues together. This is a collaborative effort with our ECN Advocate Members and other knowledgeable contributors from the Cannabis industry.

NICE TO MEET YOU

I'm Debi Wimberley, Founder of the Newsletter

 

As a Consultant, Educator, and Advocate for the Endocannabinoid System (ECS), I work with professionals, clinicians, and educators to unlock the potential of Cannabinoid therapies—backed by real science, real stories, and real data.


At Effective Cannabis Newsletter, we provide experts the tools, confidence, and platform to educate, advocate, and build trust with their audience and with themselves.

Here’s what happens when you work with us:
🌿 Trusted Tools & Training – Access vetted, science-supported content through the Effective Cannabis Newsletter (ECN), and become a certified ECN Advocate
📱 Your Voice, Amplified – Get your story and expertise in front of thousands who need it—with branded landing pages, priority features, and newsletter distribution
🧬 Impact With Data – Every story and insight you share helps fuel our Health Outcomes study (E.O.C.H.S.) – giving the field the legitimacy it deserves
🌎 A Growing Movement – Be part of a trusted network of professionals who are raising ECS literacy, reshaping policy, and transforming patient care with a natural plant. 

What results can you expect?
💬 More Credibility – Speak on Cannabinoid therapies with clarity and authority
📈 More Reach – Grow your audience, email list, and social following through ECN visibility
🔬 More Change – Build the future of health by contributing to the data that’s shifting the system

✹ You’re already leading—now imagine doing it with a crew that’s just as bold, just as fired up, and just as committed to flipping the system. Let’s stop soloing the mission and start building real momentum together, as a trusted circle of expert changemakers.

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Now let me introduce you to the rest of the team!

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Meet William

WbC Therapeutics

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Meet J'NĂ© Clapper

STRUCTURE Wellness and Nutrition

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Meet Angel Johansen

AJ Wellness and Midlife Balance

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William Brown

William is a powerhouse of Cannabis knowledge. He is a founding member of the newsletter. 

William is the founder and operator of WbC Therapeutics, a company dedicated to the therapeutic application of Cannabis as medicine. As a Medical Cannabis patient in Pennsylvania, a compassion care giver, consultant, educator, coach, and advocate, he strives to bridge the gap between science, accessibility, and responsible Cannabis use. 

His commitment to Cannabis research began in 2015 with a series of certifications, but his education remains ongoing; continuously evolving with the industry and the ever-expanding body of scientific knowledge. He maintains his extensive knowledge base by attending scientific and clinical conferences, workshops, apprenticeships, and in-depth courses, both in-person and online. This research-backed approach ensures that he provides credible, evidence-based guidance to those exploring Cannabis for wellness, whether they are seasoned consumers, the ‘canna-curious,’ or newcomers seeking clarity. 

In his work, he emphasizes accessibility and harm reduction, breaking down misconceptions and fostering informed, balanced conversations around cannabinoids. His approach is built on mutual respect, participation, accountability, honesty, and open-mindedness, ensuring that every individual receives a tailored plan of action aligned with their needs, experiences, and goals for a better quality of life. 

He is committed to reducing barriers to access, whether financial, educational, or systemic, and does his best to make Cannabis knowledge and support available to all. 

  • Certified Cannabis Educator
  • The Mitchell School of Business Culinary Cannabis Professionals
  • LGA Dispensary Training / Operations Support
  • MMJPA Card Holder & Caregiver
  • Member: The Society of Cannabis Clinicians, Healer Cannabis Training, and Americans for Safe Access

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"Great article Confronting Stigma: Science-Backed Benefits of THC by William Brown breaking down the false narrative and debunking some of the stigma that keeps this powerful medicine from going mainstream and replacing the often harmful pharmaceuticals that we are all bombarded with!”

- David Turner

"Debi, I've got to say that this has to be one of the top podcasts I've been on! I loved watching it and can't thank you enough for having me on and being such a great host!"

- Alex Echman

"Contributing to the Effective Cannabis Newsletter was an exceptional experience from start to finish."

- Linda Casale
MSN, RN, PMHN-BC

J'NĂ© Clapper

J'Né is our rockstar editor. She is a founding member of the newsletter. Her certifications and education include:

  • Certified Professional in Effective Cannabis Advocacy and Education with ECN
  • Graduate of the Healer certified Cannabis training with Dr. Dustin Sulak
  • MMMJ Card Holder and Caregiver

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Angel Johansen

 

Angel is our intern and our resident expert on midlife for women. She is the founder of AJ Wellness + Midlife Wellness. She focuses on empowering unapologetic women to reclaim their menopause journey—through evidence-based cannabis education, hormone-happy nutrition, and natural wellness solutions.

Her certifications and education include:

  • Certified Cannabis Educator
  • Graduate of the Healer certified Cannabis training with Dr. Dustin Sulak
  • In training – Menopause Coaching Specialist certification

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