#42 - S5:E6 – Tamara Anderson: From Nurse & Pastry Chef to Cannabis Event Innovator

In this episode of The Women in CannaBusiness Podcast, we sit down with Tamara Anderson, founder of Culinary & Cannabis, an interactive cannabis event production company redefining how people experience plant medicine through food, wellness, and education. With a unique background as both a registered nurse and pastry chef, Tamara shares how her personal journey, including her son’s experience—reshaped her perspective on cannabis and led her to build a brand rooted in healing, accessibility, and elevated experiences. From hosting luxury cannabis-infused culinary events to creating safe, inclusive spaces for education, Tamara is on a mission to break stigma and help both canna-curious individuals and experienced consumers feel confident exploring the plant. We dive into the realities of navigating the cannabis industry as a woman of color, the importance of authentic storytelling in building a brand, and how she’s scaling Culinary & Cannabis globally while staying grounded in purpose. This episode is a powerful reminder that your background, your story, and your “why” can become the foundation for something truly impactful. What We Cover: Tamara’s journey from nursing and pastry arts to cannabis entrepreneurship How personal experiences shaped her advocacy for plant medicine Creating luxury cannabis events that educate and empower Navigating stigma across generations and communities Challenges as a woman of color in the cannabis industry Building authentic relationships inside and outside the industry Leveraging your existing skills to enter the cannabis space The role of cannabis in wellness, balance, and daily life   Connect with Tamara Anderson: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/culinaryandcannabis LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamara-anderson-2901a978 Website: https://www.culinaryandcannabisevents.com   Presented by OCM Digital Marketing OCM Digital Marketing is a full-service marketing partner helping brands grow through strategy, content, and paid media. From startups to scaling brands, we focus on building marketing systems that drive real results. Learn more: https://www.ocmdigitalmarketing.com