Samantha Houde
About Samantha Houde
Samantha Houde serves as the Cultivation and General Operations Manager at Ayr Wellness Inc. in Woodbridge, New Jersey, where she has worked since 2021, following various roles in the cannabis industry and a background in the food service sector.
Work at AYR Wellness
Samantha Houde serves as the Cultivation and General Operations Manager at Ayr Wellness Inc. since 2021. In this role, she oversees cultivation processes and general operations within the organization. Her position is based in Woodbridge, New Jersey, where she applies her expertise in plant biology to enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
Previous Experience in Cannabis Industry
Prior to her current role, Samantha Houde worked at Curaleaf in various capacities. She served as a Cultivation Supervisor for seven months in 2021, where she managed cultivation activities. Before that, she held the position of Senior Associate from 2019 to 2021 and worked briefly as a Cultivator in 2019. This experience provided her with a comprehensive understanding of cannabis cultivation and operations.
Experience in Food Service Industry
Samantha Houde has a background in the food service industry, having worked as a server at Longhorn Steakhouse from 2014 to 2019. This five-year experience helped her develop strong customer service skills and an understanding of operational dynamics in a fast-paced environment.
Health and Wellness Consulting Experience
From 2018 to 2019, Samantha worked as a Health and Wellness Consultant at Compassionate Care Foundation. In this role, she provided guidance on health and wellness practices, contributing to her knowledge of patient care and wellness strategies within the cannabis sector.
Education in Botany and Plant Biology
Samantha Houde studied at Atlantic Cape Community College, where she earned an Associate's degree in Botany/Plant Biology from 2017 to 2019. This educational background laid the foundation for her career in cultivation and operations management within the cannabis industry.