Green Thumb Industries

Green Thumb Industries (GTI) is a leading national cannabis consumer packaged goods company and retailer headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 2014 by Ben Kovler, the company promotes well-being through the power of cannabis while actively supporting the communities it serves. GTI manufactures and distributes a portfolio of branded cannabis products including Beboe, Dogwalkers, Doctor Solomon’s, Good Green, incredibles, and RYTHM.

The company also owns and operates rapidly growing national retail cannabis stores called RISE Dispensaries. With 20 manufacturing facilities and over 110 open retail locations across 14 U.S. markets, GTI employs approximately 5,000 people and serves millions of patients and customers annually. Its operations span from cultivation and processing to direct retail sales, making it a comprehensive player in the cannabis industry.

GTI has significantly expanded its footprint since its founding, including recent acquisitions such as 38 acres in Warwick, New York, for a 450,000-square-foot production facility. The company is publicly traded (CSE: GTII, OTCQX: GTBIF) and reported $280 million in revenue for Q1 2025, with a strong cash position and positive GAAP net income. GTI’s mission centers on ending what it calls “Prohibition 2.0” by normalizing and legitimizing cannabis use through quality products and community engagement.

Green Thumb Industries maintains a strong commitment to philanthropy and sustainable growth, reflecting its founder’s deep dedication to both business and social responsibility. As of 2025, the company continues to expand its retail presence, with new RISE Dispensaries opening in Nevada and Ohio.