HAT Board Members
Frederick Cawthon, President
Frederick Cawthon is the co-founder and CEO of Verge Agritech, which is focused on advancing research & education, creating everyday life products, and developing lifestyle brands that transform customer experiences with cannabis. Since 2016, he has been an active hemp advocate, participating and volunteering at local hemp events. Prior to his work in hemp, Frederick spent the last 20+ years in product and program management roles for various Fortune 500 companies. Frederick holds an MBA from Tennessee State University. He is also a member of U.S. Hemp Roundtable's Minority Empowerment Committee.
Bernice Hollins, Vice President
Industry Advocate
Rochelle Frazier, Secretary
Executive Assistant, Tennessee General Assembly
Jacob Coy, Treasurer
Business Banker, Fifth Third Bank
Chris Milfred
Industry Advocate
Danielle Buntyon
Founder & CEO, Jade’s Elevation LLC
Ned Zeiler
Industry Advocate
Committees
Members seeking a leadership role within HAT are encouraged to join a committee. We are looking for positive, forward-thinking leaders to help guide our state’s industry growth.
Communications
Paul Oakley, Chair
Legislative Action
Jacob Coy, Co-chair
Joey Fuson, Co-chair
Fundraising & Events
Daniel Buntyon, Co-chair
Christopher Watkins, Co-chair
Finance
Jacob Coy, Co-chair
Bernice Hollins, Chair