Catalyst BC, a global leader in cannabis business consulting, is proud to mark its 10-year anniversary, celebrating a decade of strategic leadership in regulated cannabis markets. Since launching in 2015, the firm has provided vertically integrated solutions that support cannabis operators from startup to scale. Catalyst BC has become a trusted partner to cannabis operators, investors, and entrepreneurs, offering full-spectrum consulting services across cultivation, manufacturing, retail operations, licensing, and strategic growth.
With deep expertise in licensing, facility design, cultivation, post-harvest advisory, manufacturing, retail operations, and turnaround management, Catalyst BC has played a pivotal role in advancing operational excellence and regulatory compliance across the cannabis supply chain.
Since its founding in 2015, Catalyst BC has become a trusted partner to cannabis operators, investors, and entrepreneurs, offering full-spectrum consulting services across cultivation, manufacturing, retail operations, licensing, and strategic growth.
The Catalyst BC Team has:
• Secured over 57 licenses across cultivation, manufacturing, and retail with a>96 success rate
• Designed 11+ million square feet of cannabis cultivation and processing facilities
• Supported more than 3,000 compliant harvest batches with zero product recalls
• Supported successful 7-, 8-, and 9-figure business exits
“Our commitment to operational rigor and data-driven insights has made us a trusted partner for businesses navigating complex regulatory and competitive environments,” said Leif Olsen, Managing Partner at Catalyst BC. “This milestone reflects the long-term relationships we’ve built with clients and our ongoing role in elevating industry standards.”
A Trusted Advisor Across North America and Emerging Markets
Catalyst BC’s services include License Acquisition, Facility Design (A/E/C), Cultivation-Manufacturing-Retail Advisory, Market Intelligence, Operational Optimization, Capital Formation Support, and Exit Strategy. The firm has also played a critical role in turnaround consulting, helping underperforming businesses realign for profitability and compliance in a competitive market.
Catalyst BC’s consulting footprint spans the U.S. and international markets, with clients ranging from private equity-backed MSOs to state-licensed entrepreneurs. The firm is cited in leading industry publications, including Cannabis Industry Journal, MG Magazine, Marijuana Venture, Cannabis Now, NBC Los Angeles, and The Denver Post.
Looking Ahead
With a deep bench of industry subject matter experts and operators, Catalyst BC continues to guide cannabis companies through evolving regulatory frameworks, market shifts, operational hurdles, and complex scaling challenges. As the industry expands globally, the firm is actively engaged in international markets, delivering customized cannabis consulting solutions across emerging and mature markets.
“We believe the next decade will be defined by science-driven innovation, increased standardization and optimization, and global collaboration,” said Leif Olsen, Managing Partner. “Catalyst BC is excited to lead that charge—ensuring our clients remain ahead of the curve in product quality, compliance, and sustainable success.”
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About Catalyst BC
Founded in 2015, Catalyst BC is a boutique cannabis consulting firm specializing in end-to-end advisory for licensed operators across the cannabis supply chain. With a team of seasoned professionals, Catalyst BC empowers clients to launch, scale, and optimize their businesses in regulated cannabis markets throughout North America and internationally.