Seeds of Hope

Seeds of Hope is an eye-opening memoir of self-discovery and entrepreneurship against a backdrop of the war on drugs, and a story of the transformative power of medical cannabis and its potential to revolutionize the healthcare industry. Written by Dr. Oludare Odumosu, MPH, PhD, the youngest and first black CEO of a publicly traded global medical cannabis biopharmaceutical company, this book takes readers on a journey through his personal journey of from “just say no” to becoming one of the leading voices in the global cannabinoid space today.

Dr. Odumosu explores the history of cannabis and the devastating effects of the War on Drugs on cannabis medicine, addiction, and the minority community from a personal lens. He shares his personal awakening and journey in cannabis medicine and entrepreneurship, including his personal struggles as his father's health worsens, his astonishment at cannabis' healing effects, and his fears, frustrations, and triumphs as he and his team run an ever-changing obstacle course of rules and regulations created by the state and federal governments.

Seeds of Hope also delves into the development of Hope, a groundbreaking, cannabis-based medication used to treat symptoms of autism spectrum disorder. Dr. Odumosu gives readers an insider's view of the nascent medical cannabis industry, as he and his team work to build their facilities and brand from the ground up.

Seeds of Hope is a must-read for anyone interested in the transformative power of medical cannabis and its potential to revolutionize healthcare, including aspiring entrepreneurs. For any student of the human condition, this a powerful and inspiring business memoir that offers hope, insights, and lessons learned on leadership, success, and achieving one's dreams.
 

Oludare ("Dare") Odumosu, PhD, is the CEO of a global cannabis formulation and research company Zelira Therapeutics, which recently made history with the world’s first successful Phase 1/2a clinical trials for a cannabis-based insomnia medicine. He currently has several CBD and THC formulations in the market focused on PTSD, Autism, Parkinson’s and more. As a self-described “Nigerian by birth, American by choice,” Dr. Odomusu also represents the new generation of young, multicultural leaders in cannabis, to date at age 37, he is one of the youngest black CEOs of a publicly traded global company. He is a member of the Rolling Stone Culture Council.

Patrick F. O'Donnell is an author, ghostwriter, content writer, copy editor, and proofreader with more than 30 years of both journalism and marketing industry experience. 

“Seeds of Hope is a refreshing look at the medical cannabis industry from the inside—the challenges, misconceptions, and triumphs. It’s also a no-holds barred look at the social injustice surrounding the cannabis plant. Dr. Odumosu tells a story that needs to be heard.”
—Dr. Chanda Macias, CEO of the National Holistic Healing Center, CEO of Women Grow, and vice chair of the National Cannabis Roundtable
 
“Dr. Odumosu hits the nail squarely on the head with Seeds of Hope. We need to de-schedule cannabis at the federal level and open the doors to vigorous scientific research so that we may discover more ways to help patients suffering from chronic, difficult-to-treat conditions that don’t respond to traditional pharmaceuticals.”
—Dr. Bonni Goldstein, Medical Director, CannaCenters, author of Cannabis Is Medicine: How Medical Cannabis and CBD Are Healing Everything from Anxiety to Chronic Pain
 
“As a journalist deeply immersed in the unfolding narrative of cannabis, Seed of Hope resonated profoundly with me. Dr. Odumosu deftly charts the intricacies of the medical cannabis realm, melding personal introspection with astute industry perspectives. His narrative captures both the spirit and challenges of the sector. The blend of his personal journey with the broader evolution of medical cannabis provides a perspective that's both intimate and expansive. For those of us interested in the world of cannabis, this book offers invaluable insights.”
—Javier Hasse, CEO of elplanteo.com & managing director of Benzinga Cannabis
 
“While most early cannabis entrepreneurs applied their skills and talents to the over-the-counter side of the cannabis industry, special people with special talents like Dr. Odumosu chose to focus on utilizing existing federal government frameworks that allow for the development of therapeutic uses of the plant and its related technology. This was never easy, nor straightforward. Dr. Odumosu put it all out there as a technical specialist and a tenacious entrepreneur who has shifted the landscape and has provided the most benefit to the most people through the uses of this amazingly powerful plant.”
—Robert Hoban, global cannabis industry expert, attorney, and co-chair of Clark Hill Cannabis Industry Group
 
“Seeds of Hope is the triumphant story of a young black man immigrating to the United States and achieving the American dream. Dr. Odumosu was brave enough to take a chance on cannabis science, against everything ‘the war on drugs’ had engrained in him as a young man in Nigeria. I am so glad he did, because he has helped so many families struggling with autism, and so many patients seeking the benefits of cannabinoid-based medicines. Dr. Odumosu showed us that we can do well by doing good, that we can care for our families while still fulfilling our dreams, and if you believe and have hope you can achieve anything!”
—Erica Daniels, founder of Hope Grows for Autism