Barbara Brohl is a highly accomplished executive with extensive experience in government administration, regulatory affairs, and public policy. She has a proven track record in leadership, having served in key roles with the Colorado Department of Revenue, where she played a pivotal role in shaping regulatory frameworks, particularly in the area of cannabis regulation. During her tenure, Barbara oversaw the implementation of Amendment 64, which legalized recreational marijuana in Colorado, and became a national and international voice on the subject, advising governments, industry leaders, and organizations on regulatory best practices.

Her expertise extends to tax policy, gaming regulation, and public safety, as demonstrated by her numerous leadership roles and public speaking engagements. Barbara has made significant contributions through her presentations on marijuana regulation, tax compliance, and governance at prestigious conferences, including the Council of State Governments National Conference, State Government Affairs Council Leaders Policy Conference, and the International Association of Gaming Advisors. She has shared her knowledge globally, having been invited to speak at the Harm Reduction International Conference in Switzerland, the Biennial of the Americas in Denver, and a cannabis regulation conference in Germany, at a side event at the United Nations in Austria, and as a keynote speaker at The Transparent Chain Conference in the Netherlands.

In addition to her speaking roles, Barbara has consulted with international delegations, including those from Mongolia, South Korea, and Germany, as part of the U.S. State Department’s International Visitor Leadership Program. Her expertise has also been sought after by various media outlets, both nationally and internationally, where she has given interviews on the impact of marijuana legalization, regulatory challenges, and public policy.

Barbara is not only recognized for her contributions to public policy but also for her leadership and mentoring initiatives. She has been a keynote speaker and panelist on leadership, diversity, and breaking barriers for women in the workplace. She has also shared her leadership insights with younger generations through presentations at schools and universities.

Barbara Brohl’s broad range of experience, from government regulation and public policy to leadership and mentorship, makes her a respected and influential figure in both the public and private sectors. She continues to advocate for thoughtful, forward-thinking regulatory approaches that balance public health, safety, and economic growth, solidifying her status as a visionary leader in her field.

Strategic Legal Regulatory Background:

• Regulatory Compliance
• Ability to assess and accept risk in a way that continues to achieve Corporate product, service, and financial goals
• Strategic Development of Cannabis regulatory program
• Testimony before regulatory bodies and legislatures

Strategic Technology Leadership:

• Successfully oversaw the SaaS technology solutions to replace aging Tax and DMV systems
  • Identifying the replacement need
  • Securing funding
  • Negotiating requirements and contracts
  • Executive status to state government stakeholders and officials

Strong Financial Knowledge:

• Strategic Tax policy
• Executive oversight of all financial activities, including budgeting, collection, and disbursement of funds
• Executive oversight of internal and external audit activities
• Member of the audit committee on a financial institution board
• Pension trustee – overseeing and approving investment strategies to maintain full funding