Joe Caltabiano
Entrepreneur, Founder, and Public Speaker in Chicago, IL
As the founder of JSC Fund, Joe Caltabiano is a sought-after public speaker and contributor to various media outlets, such as Bloomberg, CNN, and Green Entrepreneur. He has also been invited to participate in various industry panels, where he can share his insights with prominent investors, such as Eight Capital.
Prior to establishing the JSC Fund, Caltabiano was the president and co-founder of the cannabis company, Cresco Labs. During his time with the company, he was able to grow it from a modest start to one of the most prominent multi-state operators in the country. He led the firm through numerous fundraising rounds. Aside from running the company's revenue-generating activities, Joe Caltabiano was also responsible for developing and implementing the company's wellness theme. He was able to introduce the new retail brand, called Sunnyside, and apply this to the company's existing locations. He also led the brand building efforts of the company, which included the launch of multiple industry-leading brands such as Remedi, High Supply, and Mindy’s.
One of the most important aspects of Caltabiano's life is philanthropy, as it touches a cause close to his heart. After he was diagnosed with leukemia as a child, he vowed to support organizations that help people affected by the disease. He has contributed to various organizations such as the Gateway for Cancer Research and the Imerman Angels.
In 2008, Caltabiano was named the Man of the Year by the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Chicago. He was able to raise over a million dollars for the organization.
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