Rodedawg International Industries, Inc. has appointed Chris Swartz as new Chief Executive Officer effective June 2nd, 2022. Mr. Swartz has had a successful career in both cannabis and real estate for the last 20 years due to his drive and determination to persevere in markets that intimidate others. Most recently, Mr. Swartz has been a part of multiple successful licensed marijuana companies ranging from cultivation, manufacturing, distribution, brand development, and dispensary build-outs.

As a seasoned cannabis and hemp businessman, Mr. Swartz brings with him relationships and existing partnerships that are acquisition targets for Rodedawg's growth. Mr. Swartz is goal oriented in both his business and personal life. He has helped start several successful companies, and along the way has raised a family with his wife and their three children.

He has earned a brown belt in jiu jitsu, a sport he loves for both its physical and mental challenges, as well as completed two marathons and three triathlons, including the Ironman. Mr. Swartz is an avid surfer, having been a Huntington Beach native for most of his life, and has traveled to some of the most sought after surf spots in South America and the South Pacific. Chris approaches cannabis development and real estate with the passion he approaches everything else, and that is what ultimately has led to his success.

During the economic crisis, Chris helped found and operate Charis Financial, a company that helped facilitate over 1,100 short-sale transactions in just a few short years. He was able to achieve this with an extensive understanding of residential real estate and its relationship to federal banking.