Kelsey Hicks
About Kelsey Hicks
Kelsey Hicks is a Graduate Training Technician at Cronos Group, specializing in cannabis breeding and cultivar development. She holds a Master of Science in Integrative Biology from the University of Guelph and a Bachelor of Science in Ecology from Laurentian University.
Work at Cronos Group
Kelsey Hicks has been employed at Cronos Group as a Graduate Training Technician since 2019. In this role, she has contributed to cannabis production for both commercial and research purposes. Her responsibilities include designing and executing research projects related to cannabis breeding and cultivar development. Kelsey has developed project management skills that enable her to prioritize tasks effectively and deliver research results in a timely manner.
Education and Expertise
Kelsey Hicks holds a Master of Science degree in Integrative Biology from the University of Guelph, where she studied from 2017 to 2019. Her thesis focused on the role of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi in the competition between native tall-grass prairie species and invasive grass species. Prior to her master's degree, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Ecology from Laurentian University/Université Laurentienne, studying from 2013 to 2017. Kelsey has developed strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly in fast-paced, collaborative environments.
Background in Research and Development
Kelsey Hicks has a background in research and development, having worked as a Research Assistant at the Ontario Ministry of Energy, Northern Development and Mines in 2017. She contributed to research initiatives for three months in Sudbury, Ontario. Additionally, she has experience in data collection, analysis, and presentation to both internal and external stakeholders, which supports her research efforts in cannabis breeding and cultivar development.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current role, Kelsey Hicks worked at Ontario Parks in various capacities. She served as a Gate Attendant from 2013 to 2015 and later as Head Gate for four months in 2016 at Six Mile Lake, Ontario. These roles provided her with foundational experience in customer service and operational management within a natural park setting.