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The History of Green Gold Healing

Freedom Isn’t Free

Lynn Thomas — or just Thomas to his friends — proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 2003 to 2009, serving multiple deployments to Iraq. When his service term was complete, he faced an uphill battle managing chronic pain from his combat injuries and PTSD. The prescriptions from the VA were causing more harm than good, so he looked to cannabis for help. When he told his VA doctor about his frustration with the prescriptions and the success he experienced with cannabis, he was punished immediately.

A victim of Florida’s Baker Act, Thomas was locked up in a psych ward , citing “illicit drug use” by the VA. Feeling betrayed and abandoned by the very system he served, Thomas left Florida en route for California to experience the freedom to choose plant medicine over pharmaceuticals. This was the beginning of his career journey within the cannabis industry.

A New Mission Begins

In August 2016, Green Gold Healing opened its first cannabis consumption lounge in California. Later that year in October, their second cannabis social club was opened. The success of the first two locations allowed for international expansion, and in 2019 Thomas opened the Green Gold lounge in Barcelona, Spain.

Through the pandemic, it became clear that our community needed access to more plant medicine options. In 2022 Green Gold opened its first brick-and-mortar store to serve the greater Tampa area — fittingly just outside of Plant City. This was when our team was formed, and our mission truly began.

Today, Thomas actively serves in the local Weed for Warriors Chapter, reconnecting with his brothers and sisters who share similar stories of military service and a desire to make plant medicine more accessible.

High-Potent Service to Our Community

Along the way, Green Gold cannabinoid products have helped hundreds of people. From severe burn victims to the very first medical cannabis patient approved for a transplant, access to high-potency cannabinoid-infused products has positively impacted both the veterans and civilians of our community.

We know just how important education is to curate a great experience — that’s why we offer free one-on-one consultations and educational classes on Wednesday evenings. We encourage you, your close friends and your family to join us in exploring the different cannabinoids we offer in our products and how to use them properly.

Our primary product offerings have the Green Gold Healing name, because we’ve formulated and sourced the hemp ourselves. We’ve curated a few trusted brands to give you more options.

Meet the Green Gold Healing Team

The diverse backgrounds of our team members are what make us so strong. Together, we’re working towards the goal of destroying the stigma about cannabis through education.

Thomas

Retired Marine, Founder of Green Gold Healing

Thomas, a visionary entrepreneur and retired marine, spearheads the company’s remarkable journey. With an impressive 12-year tenure in the cannabis industry, Thomas has amassed extensive knowledge and expertise across all facets of the business. From cultivating award-winning crops to crafting exceptional extracts, his unwavering commitment to excellence has firmly established him as a distinguished figure in the field.

Dedicated to the belief that cannabis has the power to save lives, Thomas has invested his heart and soul into the success of the company. His unyielding determination and relentless pursuit of providing transformative experiences through CBD, THC, and rare cannabinoids drive his mission. Thomas is driven by the goal of educating individuals about the myriad benefits of these remarkable compounds, with a special emphasis on the therapeutic potential of rare or minor cannabinoids.

Amanda Bruno

Owner of Rose Gold Healing; Partner and Certified Herbalist at Green Gold Healing

Amanda’s journey into holistic nutrition and energy medicine has laid the foundation for her exceptional contributions to our team. Her unwavering passion and commitment to holistic healing have elevated our collective vision and expanded the possibilities for our customers. Together with Thomas and Joey, Amanda’s collaborations have bridged the gap between Green Gold Boutique and Rose Gold Wellness, allowing us to offer a comprehensive range of alternative wellness products. Her ability to bring balance to the team and foster the cultivation of innovative ideas continues to shape our organization’s success and its commitment to empowering individuals on their holistic journey. Visit https://therosegoldwellness.com/ to discover more about Amanda’s transformative work in holistic healing and access a wealth of resources for your own wellness journey

Joey Fragomeni

Co-Owner and Chief Operating Officer

Joey brings a wealth of expertise and a strong background in establishing successful companies. With his strategic mindset and proven track record, he is instrumental in driving the growth and structural development of our business.

Joey’s extensive experience in the business world, coupled with his deep-rooted passion for cannabis, makes him an invaluable asset to our team. While he may be new to the intricacies of the cannabis industry, Joey’s unwavering dedication and commitment to excellence ensure that he quickly adapts and excels in this promising endeavor.

Green Gold Supports the Community

Weed for Warriors

The Weed for Warriors Project is a social justice lifestyle brand, supporting holistic rehabilitation for veterans through community-based projects, proactive care advocacy, cannabis education and compassion. WFWP urges change for the empowerment of the people.

Good Life Gang

The Good Life Gang is a group of like-minded individuals and corporations looking to fix the world through Good Hash, Good Food and most importantly, Good People. Good Life members commit to supporting each other with knowledge, networking and other resources.