Beau Druilhet
About Beau Druilhet
Beau Druilhet serves as the Director of Cultivation at Good Day Farm, where he oversees a large cultivation operation and advocates for regulatory compliance in cannabis cultivation. He has a background in environmental studies and has worked in various cultivation roles across multiple organizations.
Current Role at Good Day Farm
Beau Druilhet serves as the Director of Cultivation at Good Day Farm, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees a 33,000 square foot cultivation canopy and manages a team of approximately 30 employees. Druilhet emphasizes a compliance-first approach within the cultivation department, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. He collaborates closely with regulatory partners at the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF) and the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) to navigate the regulatory landscape in Louisiana.
Previous Experience at Wellcana Group
Prior to his current role, Beau Druilhet worked as the Director of Cultivation at Wellcana Group from 2018 to 2022. During his four years in this position, he was based in the Baton Rouge, Louisiana area. His responsibilities included overseeing cultivation operations and ensuring compliance with state regulations. Druilhet's experience at Wellcana Group contributed to his expertise in the cannabis cultivation industry.
Educational Background in Environmental Studies
Beau Druilhet studied at Austin Community College, where he earned an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Environmental Studies from 2011 to 2013. This educational background provided him with foundational knowledge in environmental science, which he applies in his cultivation practices and regulatory compliance efforts within the cannabis industry.
Research Initiatives and Collaborations
Druilhet is involved in designing research focused on terpene profiles, which aim to legitimize cannabis use for various ailments. He collaborates with researchers, geneticists, and horticulturists at LSU-AgCenter on projects related to breeding, genetic markers, and environmental conditions. This collaboration enhances the scientific understanding of cannabis cultivation and its potential therapeutic benefits.
Previous Roles in Cannabis Cultivation
Before joining Good Day Farm, Beau Druilhet held several positions in cannabis cultivation. He worked as the Director of Cultivation at GB Sciences, Inc. for one year in 2018, and as a Propagation Manager at Native Roots Colorado from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, he served as a Propagation Manager at Wild River Farms from 2013 to 2015. These roles contributed to his extensive experience in the industry.