VALENS GROWORKS COMPANY PROFILE · Receipt of LP license to cultivate and process cannabis...
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VALENS GROWORKSCOMPANY PROFILE
CSE ticker: VGW
A multi-licensed, vertically integrated provider of cannabis products and services with a focus on proprietary extraction processes.
We bring pure, high quality cannabis products, manufacturing services and expertise to medical, recreational, and international
markets, while advancing the industry through research and analysis.
V A L E N S
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THE VALENS ADVANTAGESEED TO SALE TRANSPARENCY AND CONTROLDifferent strains, compounds and growing techniques provide different desired effects in finished products. By controlling our supply from the source right through to processing, we’re able to ensure our products qualities are maximized and always purpose-driven.
PROPRIETARY PROCESSINGOur processing methods have been customized to ensure that the end product does not lose the valuable complexity of compounds resposible for the spectrum of desired effects that are often lost in the refining process.
PRODUCT FLEXIBILITYWe have the ability to produce a wide variety of products, allowing Valens to capitalize on multiple markets from medical to recreational to preferential method of consumption.
BIG PICTURE BRANDINGThe Valens brand is recognized for delivering the most science driven,
responsibly tested, sustainably derived products and services in
the market.
INDUSTRY-BACKEDThe experience and reputation of the team at Valens speaks for itself. We are a preferred partner of Canopy and other large and reputable industry players.
DEVELOPMENTThrough one of our Dealer’s
Licenses we hold the ability to perform research and clinical trials
to better understand Cannabis and it’s benefits, and to lead the
way in purposeful product offerings around the world.
THE WORLD IS OUR MARKETHealth Canada Dealer’s License (multiple), ACMPR
Cultivation and Processing License, EU GMP certifcation pending, Hemp License pending, Nutraceutical License
pending –setting Valens up for every servicing and consumer product opportunity, globally.
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Processes & Purity
Proprietary distilling process ensures versatile,
full-spectrum oils & extracts
Exceptionally pure product production
Free from additives & adjuncts
Standards & Trust
ISO 17025 Accredited – first ever in Canada for testing of cannabis
Exceeds highest standards for Quality Assurance (EU GMP pending)
Ensures products are safe and consistent
for customers
Consumers know our brands and our partners can be trusted
Industry Know-How
Proven leadership professionals
CEO with 17 years grassroots experience
Accredited and respected scientific professionals
Support and validation from $80B company, Thermo Fisher Scientific
ELEVATING THE SECTOR
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VALENSFARMS
SUPRA THCSERVICES INC.
VALENS AGRITECH LTD.
State of the art, purpose-built, 400,000 square foot greenhouse cultivation facility (in development).
World-class, Health Canada licensed, high capacity cannabis extraction and R&D facility
Full service, ISO 17025 accredited, testing laboratory named the “Center of Excellence for Plant-Based Science” by Thermo Fischer Scientific
OUR SUBSIDIARIES
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Health Canada LP cannabis extraction center
Extraction center with cultivation and research capabilities
Proprietary, customized cannabis extraction processes
Ability to import and export wholesale cannabis products world-wide
Third party cannabis product development
Unique cannabis strain genetics
25,000 sq ft plant to facilitate additional extraction production
EU GMP Certification pending for global export anywhere
OUR SUBSIDIARIES:VALENS AGRITECH LTD.
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EXTRACTION POTENTIALEXTRACTION IS THE FOUNDATION OF OPPORTUNITY
FLOWER High THC/CBD bud
V-Pucks, dose control
Pre-rolled joints
Accessories
(eg. rolling papers)
OIL/TINCTURES High THC/CBD tinctures
Vaporizer Cartridges and Pens
Capsules
Concentrates
EDIBLES Snack edibles – Trail mix, protein bars, jerky, sweets, etc.
Infused prepared meals
Food additives – Cooking oils, honey, peanut butter
“Just add cannabis” – beverage
containers with cannabis oil preloaded
in the top, just like the vitamin waters
with the powder dispenser on top
Drinks – alcoholic or non-alcoholic
Oral sprays
TOPICALS Balms/creams/salves
Bath soaks/salts
Skin care products
Body sprays
Lubricants
Essential oils
Sublingual patches
Transdermal patches
Cannabis Oil: Used in an array of products using desired compounds found in cannabis such as CBD, THC, terpenes and more.
LAB TESTING SERVICES
DIRECT SALES
EXPORT SALES
3RD PARTY RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
License allows development,
testing and refining of
derivative products that fall
outside of the ACMPR
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
R&D for some of the largest
cannabis and health
companies
Ability to start production
now of anticipated future
approved products
VALENS REVENUE STREAMS
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EXTRACTION
REFINED OILProcessing from flower to
oil ready for market
Revenue share
or fee for service
RESINProcessing from
flower to crude oil
Fee for service
WHITE LABELPRODUCTS
Processing and packaging
of oil ready for market
Revenue Share
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TARUKINO’S SōRSE TECHNOLOGYExclusive Canadian rights to SōRSE technology
SōRSE emulsion technology surrounds oils, transforming the entire solution into water-compatible forms.
All of this means you can add cannabis to products including beverages without that "weed" taste or smell.
BREAKTHROUGH ITEMS TO NOTE
Shelf stable for over 180 days (not proven anywhere else)
Zero cannabis taste, color or odour
Provides effective, consistent dosing
Lower dosage sufficient due to increase in bioavailability when consumed
Faster onset and wear-off, making it the safer and more trusted edible option
WHAT THIS MEANS FOR VALENS
Value-add in our oil services process to provide clients with water-soluble cannabis ready for mixing in liquids by the client
Powder product ready to go to market that consumers can mix with any liquid of their own Exclusive Canadian rights to all Tarukino beverages including the #1 selling cannabis beverage in Washington, three years in a row, Happy Apple Cider.
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OUR SUBSIDIARIES:VALENS FARMS LTD.
A 50/50 joint venture state-of-the-art development with Kosha Projects:
400,000 sq ft, purpose-built, cannabis cultivation facility in the heart of B.C.‘s Okanagan Valley
Growing specific strains of cannabis through monocropping methodology specifically for high grade, full spectrum extraction
Faster growing times by efficient monocropping methodology means more crop turnover annually
Flower production to be extracted by Valens Agritech and primarily made into Valens branded product
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OUR SUBSIDIARIES:VALENS LABS LTD.
Health Canada Dealers Licensed for testing and analysis
Leading edge research laboratory
Service provider specializing in the testing of metals, residual solvents, pesticides, mold, terpenes and cannabinoid profile
ISO 17025 accreditation, first lab to be accredited in Canada for a cannabis matrix
Named a “Center of Excellence in Plant-based Medicine” by $80B medical instruments company Thermo Fischer Scientific
Setting the domestic standard in Health Canada-required third party product verification as well as globally.
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OUR INTERNATIONAL REACH:EXPORT OPPORTUNITIES WITH DEALERS LICENSE
CANADA -Rx 2001RECREATIONAL - 2018
COLUMBIA -Rx 2017
GERMANY-Rx 2017 MALTA -Rx 2018
AUSTRALIA -Rx 2017NEW ZEALAND -Rx 2017
JAMAICA -Rx 2017
IN NEGOTIATIONS WITH THE ABOVE MARKETS TO STRUCTURE PARTNERSHIPS AND DISTRIBUTION NETWORKS
GLOBAL LEGAL MARIJUANA MARKET EXPECTED TO REACH 146.4 BILLION USDBY 2025
-Report Buyer, April 2018
EUROPEAN MEDICAL AND RECRECATIONALMARKETS EXPECTED TO GROW TO €116.4 BILLION BY 2028
- The European Cannabis Report, Prohibition Partners
AS OF JUNE 7, 2018, CANADA IS THE FIRST MEMBER OF THE G7 TO LEGALIZE CANNABIS FOR RECRE-ATIONAL USE ACROSS THE COUNTRY
GLOBAL MARKET
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OUR PARTNERS
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Kosha Projects Inc.
MILESTONES ACHIEVED
Partnership with Canopy Growth Corp. to distribute,market, and sell Valens-branded products through their CraftGrow network
Increased extraction capacity by 600%
Kelowna facility expansion complete to
25,000 sq ft with new office, extraction and
processing space
Development has begun with Kosha Projects on Valens Farms to
build 400,000 sq ft greenhouse in B.C.’s Okanagan Valley
Exclusive Canadian rights to Turakino’s SoRSE technology and
Washington’s top selling cannabis beverages
Multiple Letters of Intent with international companies to supply
Valens with steady stream of quality flower not otherwise found in
Canada as well as export product for international markets (sales)
Receipt of LP license to cultivate and process cannabis
Successfully raised $27.3M in bought deal financing to support
expansion, additional extraction capacity and general operations
Engaged top advertising agency, Mass Minority, to launch
marketing campaign
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FUTURE MILESTONES
2018
2019
4TH QUARTER
Launch SoRSE beverages
First harvest of Phase 1 at Valens Farms
2ND QUARTER
Launch of Valens-branded consumer products
Further extraction capacity expansion
3RD QUARTER
First planting of Phase 1 at Valens Farms
Geographic expansion of extraction facility
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4TH QUARTER
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Execute first processrun under LP
Receive LP license tosell
Expand processingcapacity at Kelownafacility
Finalize product R&Dfor 2019 launch
1ST QUARTER
2019
Receive EU GMPcertification
Complete R&D run onSoRSE beverages
Begin domestic services to LP’s
Begin medical sales tointernational markets
OUR TEAM
TYLER ROBSONCEO / DIRECTOR
With 15+ years grassroots experience, Mr. Robson was Chief Operating O�cer of the Company until taking the reins as Chief Executive O�cer in May 2017, as well as remaining Director of Operations at Valens AgriTech Inc.
CHRIS BUYSEN, MPAcc, CPA, CACFO
Mr. Buysen has over 15 years of diverse �nancial experience working as a senior �nancial executive with many public and private organizations in a wide range of industries including retail, pharmacy and consumer packaged goods.
SCOTT YOUNGINVESTOR RELATIONS & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Mr. Young’s focus at Valens is corporate �nance initiatives. Mr. Young has spent the past 15 years working in the capital market sectors of Canada, the United States and Europe.
QUINN SHISKINHEAD OF EXTRACTION AND PRODUCTION
Mr. Shiskin’s career emanates around production as a multi-ticketed Red Seal tradesman; where he worked in a variety of industries including mining, oil sands, LNG, pulp and paper, and in the construction industry. With these skills, he entered the extraction industry where he revolutionized the process along the way.
JOHN W. CONROY, QCADVISOR
Mr. John Conroy has extensive background as legal counsel in constitutional, administrative and criminal law cases with respect to cannabis legislation, and acted as lead counsel in several ground-breaking legal proceedings.
CHANTEL POPOFFVICE PRESIDENT
In 2007, Ms. Popo� was appointed Director of Operations, then Director of Marketing for a fast-growing Western Canadian retail pharmacy chain. In 2013 she joined a natural health food company as Director of Marketing and was promoted to President in 2016.
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PEER EVALUATION
JOHN W. CONROY, QCADVISOR
Mr. John Conroy has extensive background as legal counsel in constitutional, administrative and criminal law cases with respect to cannabis legislation, and acted as lead counsel in several ground-breaking legal proceedings.
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MARKET CAP $146M $427M $302M $191M
CURRENT ANNUAL EXTRACTION 78,000 30,000 78,000 50,000CAPACITY (KG)
NEAR TERM EXTRACTION 156,000 200,000 390,000 150,000 INCREASE (KG)
LP LICENSE TO PROCESS OIL Y N N Y
EU GMP CERTIFIED PENDING N N N
FULL CANNABIS Y N Y N TESTING LAB
Valens GroWorks ("VGW") owns 100% of Valens
Agritech, Valens Labs and Valens Farms.
VGW currently has 2 Dealers Licenses and an LP
license with the ability to cultivate, research, test,
store, sell, export and import.
Extraction facility is built (GMP certification
pending). Extraction services of cannabis is
currently underway.
Valens Farms construction is underway, providing
400,000 sq ft of state-of-the-art, purpose built
cultivation capacity specifically for extracted
goods including Valens-branded products
VGW is currently in negotations with multiple
companies internationally to develop and produce
Cannabis related products, edibles, sprays,
nutrients, lights and vaporizers.
Valens Labs is the only cannabis laboratory in the
world to receive the Thermo Fisher "Center of
Excellence in Plant Based Medicines" and is the
first in Canada to be accredited with the highest
globally-recognized compliance standards for
cannabis
Unlike cultivators, VGW has a variety of revenue
streams available that include low risk, quick
turnover and high margins.
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OUR SUMMARY
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SCOTT YOUNGBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & INVESTOR RELATIONS
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