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Elyse Max

Budtender/Receptionist
Kansas City,MO

Summary

Experienced budtender and customer service professional with a background in cannabis education, retail sales, and regulatory compliance. Recent experience includes providing one-on-one product guidance at a dispensary in Kansas City rooted in cannabinoid science and patient needs. Also skilled as a receptionist in creating welcoming retail environments. Over a decade of experience in public-facing roles, including herbal sales and nonprofit leadership. Mature, professional communicator who excels at supporting customers through healing-focused service.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Budtender/Receptionist

Verts Dispensary
09.2024 - 06.2025
  • Advised medical and adult-use customers on cannabis products tailored to their health needs, preferences, and tolerance
  • Communicated dosage, consumption methods, and product effects clearly and professionally
  • Maintained extensive product knowledge (flower, concentrates, edibles, topicals) and pursued continuing education
  • Used POS and inventory tracking software (Treez and Metrc) in full compliance with Missouri state regulations
  • Helped cultivate a positive, healing-focused dispensary environment
  • Managed check-in processes for medical and recreational patients, expediting wait times while maintaining compliance with state requirements

Co-Director

Missourians to Abolish the Death Penalty
10.2019 - 07.2025
  • Oversaw statewide strategy, public outreach, and fundraising initiatives
  • Represented the organization at public events and in media interviews
  • Produced detailed reports and program summaries for funders and board members

Sales Representative

House of Hezekiah / Phoenix Herb Co.
  • Assisted customers with herbal remedy selection and educated them on wellness products
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends for informed decision-making during client interactions.
  • Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.

Barista

Crave Cafe
  • Provided friendly, high-volume service and built strong customer relationships
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently preparing and serving high-quality beverages.

Radio Host

KKFI 90.1 FM

Adjunct Instructor

Metropolitan Community College
  • Sociology & Anthropology

Executive Assistant

Missourians for Alternatives to the Death Penalty
07.2018 - 10.2019
  • Supported executive leadership with scheduling, documentation, and donor communication
  • Managed digital outreach, public event logistics, and internal office systems
  • Helped maintain consistent brand messaging through social media and website content

Education

B.A. - Sociology, Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership

University of Missouri – Kansas City
Kansas City, MO

M.A. - Sociology, Minor in Cultural Anthropology

University of Missouri – Kansas City
Kansas City, MO

Skills

  • Cannabis strain & terpene knowledge

  • Cannabis point-of-sale systems

  • Patient education & sales recommendations

  • Product and service knowledge

  • Teamwork and Collaboration

  • Compassionate customer service

Missouri Agent Id

023355

Timeline

Budtender/Receptionist

Verts Dispensary
09.2024 - 06.2025

Co-Director

Missourians to Abolish the Death Penalty
10.2019 - 07.2025

Executive Assistant

Missourians for Alternatives to the Death Penalty
07.2018 - 10.2019

Radio Host

KKFI 90.1 FM

Adjunct Instructor

Metropolitan Community College

M.A. - Sociology, Minor in Cultural Anthropology

University of Missouri – Kansas City

Sales Representative

House of Hezekiah / Phoenix Herb Co.

Barista

Crave Cafe

B.A. - Sociology, Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership

University of Missouri – Kansas City

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