About Us

Island works closely with doctors and caregivers to provide patients with high quality products and reliable information. We are at the forefront of natural cannabis growers in Michigan due to our knowledge, growing practices, and community education efforts.

We have patients referred from St. Joe’s, U of M Hospital, Beaumont Hospital, IHA Health System, among many others.

We have hundreds of patients that use medical cannabis - conditions that range from headaches and trouble sleeping, to multiple sclerosis and cancer. The power and versatility of cannabis allows it to be an extremely successful treatment for a multitude of conditions.

Meet the Team

Business Director, Cannabis Consultant

Leah

Leah coordinates Island’s specialized teams, defines protocol for procedures such as product processing and quality testing, and is one of Island's gas-chromatograph technicians. She has years of experience working with cannabis experts, doctors, and botanists. Together with Maia, she represents Island at educational presentations and events. She enjoys practicing yoga, riding horses, and loves spending time with her dog Azra who you can meet at the farm!

Leah's Experience with Natural Medicine:

I deal with chronic stress which sometimes leads to high anxiety. I find it hard to relax in the evening, making it difficult to fall asleep. It's a cyclical process! Less sleep leads to more anxiety, and more anxiety leads to less sleep. I use Island's CBD Elixir during the day, and I use a Tsunami Vaporizer to vape Peppermint Panda before bed. The combination of these two have restored a balanced sleep cycle, and have made my anxiety much more manageable.

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Laboratory Manager, Plant Medicine Consultant

Maia

Maia oversees and facilitates customer interactions, ensuring a positive experience for every patient. She conducts client consultations to provide education and personalized dosing plans. As one of our gas-chromatograph technicians, she prepares samples and runs tests to ensure the proper concentration of our products. Maia has earned a certification in Plant Medicine through Cornell University in order to expand her knowledge beyond cannabis. She analyzes studies in-depth and is exceptionally knowledgeable about current research. Maia is passionate about holistic medicine and loves to spend her free time outdoors in nature.

Maia's Experience with Natural Medicine:

Throughout my life I have struggled with debilitating depression, anxiety, and PTSD. When I was only 11 years old I was put on SSRI’s, sleep medications, and anti-anxiety drugs. I experienced a wide array of side effects, and many of the medications made my conditions worse. Around the time I was 16, I was introduced to natural medicine and it completely changed my life. I love that I can manage my conditions without worrying about side effects or drug interactions. Integrating natural medicine into my daily routine has allowed me to lead a normal life without worrying about my conditions on a daily basis. I am beyond grateful to be a part of a company that I full-heartedly believe in.

Facilities Technician

Nick

Nick maintains Island’s facilities and assists in our construction projects. He has background in renovation, construction, plumbing, electrical and more. His tasks have included everything from ethernet & camera wiring to repairing tracks on bulldozers and rebuilding cooling systems on loaders. In his free time he is an avid disc golfer, enjoys fishing and photography.

Nick's Experience with Natural Medicine:

I have undergone both hand and elbow surgery. I still deal with pain from both the original injury and the surgery. Traditional medications have a long list of possible side effects that I do not want to risk. When possible I prefer to use natural medicine to help my body heal. I use our CBD Elixir and Skin Balms. The Cooling THC/CBD Skin Balm has been the most effective for decreasing pain. The CBD Elixir not only helps to relieve my pain, but it also helps to decrease day-to-day anxiety.

Concentrates Technician

Brett

Together with Nick, Brett maintains Island’s facilities and assists in our construction projects. He has a background in masonry, carpentry, landscaping, and roofing. He plays a major role in keeping our farm grounds organized and functioning smoothly. During the summer he helps with plant care - preparing soil, spreading natural fertilizers, and pruning. Brett enjoys spending time with family, camping, and traveling.

Brett's Experience with Natural Medicine:

In 2005 I injured my right eye resulting in a detached retina and a damaged pupil. My eye can’t properly dilate so I dealt with daily light-induced headaches. Now I use cannabis proactively and my headaches have decreased to only once a week and they are much less severe. A combination of edibles and smoking flower has helped me stay functional. Now I don’t have to wake up dreading the daily headache.

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