Stevie Palmateer, the Chief Technology Officer at LeafLink, was recently recognized at the Green Market Report Women in Cannabis Awards for her contributions to cannabis technology. With 15 years of experience in technology and computer science, Palmateer joined LeafLink in late 2020 with a passion for using technology to drive social and cultural change in the cannabis industry.
At LeafLink, Palmateer leads a team of 50 employees, focusing on improving payment solutions and product engineering. She was instrumental in launching the company’s Flex and Direct Pay payment products, despite facing challenges due to limited access to resources.
Palmateer’s dedication to engineering excellence has led to significant improvements in LeafLink’s operations, including enhanced customer satisfaction and increased efficiency. Despite economic challenges, Palmateer believes that difficult decisions have made LeafLink stronger and more resilient.
Looking ahead, Palmateer is optimistic about the future of the cannabis industry, especially with the potential for cannabis rescheduling. While she acknowledges that rescheduling alone won’t solve all industry issues, Palmateer hopes it will spark further reforms, particularly in terms of access to capital.
Palmateer’s leadership and innovation in cannabis technology have positioned her as a trailblazer in the industry. Her commitment to using technology for social good and driving positive change in the cannabis sector have been recognized and celebrated at the Women in Cannabis Awards.
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