SLMC Welcomes Peter Gladish as Senior Originator for Customized Debt Solutions

Sweet Leaf Madison Capital (SLMC), a leading provider of customized debt solutions for the middle-market cannabis industry, has announced the appointment of Peter Gladish as Senior Originator. Based out of SLMC’s West Palm Beach office, Gladish brings a unique blend of financial expertise and operational experience to the organization.

 

SLMC’s Chief Commercial Officer, Andrew Kaye, describes Gladish as a “razor-sharp professional” with years of experience in finance, having underwritten nearly $3.5 billion in proposed transactions. He also brings hands-on experience cultivating cannabis in Northern California, where he founded Gold County Green and grew the business to $1M in annual revenue.

 

In his most recent role as Enterprise Account Executive at Bespoke Financial, Gladish provided working capital loans to cannabis companies nationwide. He understands the unique challenges that cannabis operators face as they seek to scale their businesses while securing capital to do so.

 

Gladish’s unique background and skill set make him a valuable addition to the SLMC team, which provides innovative financial solutions to cannabis operators across the United States. In this article, we take a closer look at Gladish’s career path, his experience in the cannabis industry, and the exciting opportunities that lie ahead for SLMC.

 

A Financial Professional with a Unique Background

 

Peter Gladish launched his career in finance in 2007, working as a senior financial analyst for Eastdil Secured. He then joined BRE Properties, where he worked alongside the CFO to generate quarterly results and forecasts for a portfolio that included 21,000 multifamily units and an $800M development pipeline.

 

Gladish’s unique background includes direct experience providing financing to cannabis operators throughout the United States. He also has hands-on operational experience cultivating cannabis in Northern California, where he founded Gold County Green and purchased a 12-acre farm to grow cannabis for qualified patients under Prop 215.

 

A Stellar Addition to the SLMC Team

 

SLMC’s Chief Commercial Officer, Andrew Kaye, cites Gladish’s experience and skill set as key factors in his hiring. Kaye notes that Gladish’s experience in finance and the cannabis industry makes him well-suited to help cannabis operators secure the capital they need to grow their businesses.

 

Gladish himself expressed excitement at the opportunity to work with SLMC, describing the company as having a “stellar team and plenty of dry powder to provide operators the rocket fuel they need to achieve their goals.” He notes that SLMC’s customized debt solutions are especially important in an industry that faces unique challenges when it comes to accessing non-dilutive financing.

 

Looking Ahead: Growth and Opportunities for SLMC

 

With Peter Gladish joining the team, SLMC is poised to expand its customized debt solutions to cannabis operators across the United States. As the cannabis industry continues to grow and mature, the need for innovative financial solutions will only increase.

 

SLMC’s unique approach to providing customized debt solutions makes them a valuable partner for cannabis operators looking to scale their businesses while minimizing dilution. With Gladish’s expertise and operational experience, SLMC is well-positioned to help cannabis operators achieve their goals and reach their full potential.

 

Conclusion

 

The addition of Peter Gladish to the SLMC team is exciting news for the cannabis industry, as well as for cannabis operators who are seeking innovative financial solutions. Gladish’s unique background and skill set make him a valuable asset to SLMC, and his experience in finance and the cannabis industry make him well-suited to help cannabis operators secure the capital they need to grow their businesses.

 

As SLMC continues to expand its customized debt solutions to cannabis operators across the United States, the company is poised for growth and exciting opportunities. With Gladish’s hands-on operational experience in cultivating cannabis in Northern California, SLMC has a valuable resource to draw on when it comes to understanding the unique challenges that cannabis operators face.

 

SLMC’s customized debt solutions are especially important in an industry that faces unique challenges when it comes to accessing non-dilutive financing. Traditional lenders are often hesitant to provide financing to cannabis companies due to the legal and regulatory challenges associated with the industry. As a result, many cannabis operators are left to rely on equity financing, which can be dilutive and costly in the long run.

 

SLMC’s customized debt solutions provide an alternative to equity financing, allowing cannabis operators to secure the capital they need while minimizing dilution. With Gladish on board, SLMC is well-positioned to help cannabis operators achieve their goals and reach their full potential.

 

In conclusion, the addition of Peter Gladish to the SLMC team is a positive development for the cannabis industry and for cannabis operators who are seeking innovative financial solutions. With Gladish’s expertise and operational experience, SLMC is well-positioned to provide customized debt solutions to cannabis operators across the United States. As the cannabis industry continues to grow and mature, the need for innovative financial solutions will only increase, and SLMC is poised to be at the forefront of this exciting industry.