Dr Ashleigh Osborne (BMHlthSc, Hons I, PhD) has been immersed in cannabinoid science since 2013 — well before medicinal cannabis was legalised in Australia.

Her journey began with Honours research investigating the endocannabinoid system in the brain, followed by a groundbreaking PhD focused on the therapeutic potential of CBD in neurodevelopmental disorders.

Her thesis earned the prestigious Examiners’ Commendation for Outstanding Thesis and has since been cited over 500 times in international scientific journals. 📚💡

Ashleigh’s research has taken centre stage at conferences and been featured across major media platforms. She's played a key role in mentoring the next generation of researchers, supervising student projects and lecturing in medical and health sciences.

After completing her PhD in 2019, she made the leap into the pharmaceutical industry — first in neuroscience, then into medicinal cannabis.

She joined a global cannabis company in 2020 as a Medical Science Liaison, quickly rising to lead the Medical Affairs team across Australia.

In 2024, Dr Osborne took on a new chapter as National Medical Lead at Medigrowthan Australian-owned cannabis biotech at the forefront of cannabinoid research and development. 🌿⚗️

At Medigrowth, Dr Ash's responsible for medical education and driving clinical research partnerships with institutions like Deakin University, where she also holds an Affiliate Lecturer position. Her work has helped launch major observational studies, including the EMPOWER Project (2025/HE000503), currently under ethics review.

Over the past six years, Ashleigh has educated thousands of healthcare professionals on the quality use of cannabis medicines and medical vaporisers — ensuring patients receive informed, evidence-based care.

From decoding CBD’s neuropsychopharmacology to bridging the gap between research, regulation, and real-world application, Dr Ashleigh Osborne is shaping the future of medicinal cannabis in Australia, one breakthrough at a time. 🙌🧬

Thank you Dr Ash for all your hard work within the Medical Cannabis Industry 💚

Josip has been a driving force in Australia’s cannabis space since founding Friendly Aussie Buds (FAB) in 2018 — a trailblazing platform for cannabis news, culture, and community.

Through The FAP Podcast and YouTube, he breaks down industry updates, patient stories, and product insights, making cannabis education more accessible than ever.

He also launched the FCK PGR campaign, which reached over 300,000 people and raised national awareness about harmful PGRs in the green market. 💥

His impact goes beyond content. Josip created Better Letters, a civic tool helping Australians push for policy change, and founded Creator Club, a digital agency supporting cannabis clinics, headshops, and brands with smart systems and standout strategy.

As co-owner of GrindeROO, he helped scale the brand 50x, making it Australia’s leading herb grinder.

Behind the scenes, Josip built clinic marketing automations and co-developed Plant Education — accredited cannabis training for doctors and pharmacists.

He also helped grow the Australian Cannabis Summit and organised Buds & Bowls, a 420 event that brought together 350+ patients and professionals in just five weeks.

A former high school teacher and lifelong developer (building websites since age 10), Josip continues to blend education, tech, and advocacy to move the cannabis community forward.

Thank you, Josip, for all the ways you're shaping the future of cannabis in Australia. 🌿🙌

Steve N’s journey in the medical cannabis world started long before legalization. He first got involved after trying to find CBD oil for his dog, who suffers from epilepsy. After some trial and error, he discovered that the product he bought was just olive oil. 🐾

This experience led Steve to create a Facebook group to help others navigate the cannabis space, which quickly grew. When medical cannabis became legal, Steve launched Cannareviews, a platform now used by over 100,000 patients.

What many don’t realize is how much time and effort Steve has poured into Cannareviews, a platform he built to help patients. His work is a true labor of love. 💚

Steve has also launched tools like the Pharmacy Finder and Canary, which make it easier for patients to upload prescriptions, find pharmacies, and check out in a few clicks.

His commitment to providing reliable, up-to-date info for patients is unwavering. Steve’s behind-the-scenes efforts are making a real difference for the community.

Thank you, Steve, for all your hard work and dedication. You’re truly making an impact! 🌱🙏