Jonathan Sullivan
Building the Infrastructure for Legal Hemp Commerce
Founder & CEO, HempDash | Ex-Google ML Engineer | Building compliant hemp delivery infrastructure serving 50+ Texas vendors

Built at Google • 10+ yrs ML • TX-compliant last-mile
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Bridging Cutting-Edge Tech & Sustainable Wellness
I leverage my background as an AI entrepreneur and former Google engineer to revolutionize hemp delivery with HempDash. My mission is to build technology that is not only intelligent but also ethical and impactful, empowering communities through innovation.
Read My Full StoryHempDash Platform
A technical showcase of four production systems delivering AI-powered hemp logistics, compliance, and commerce.
Corporate marketing engine and content platform driving customer acquisition and brand awareness across Texas.
Regulated retail platform managing product catalog, real-time inventory, and multi-gateway payment integration for compliant hemp commerce.
Secure customer environment providing order management, profile administration, real-time delivery tracking, and personalized product recommendations.
Mobile-first driver application providing route optimization, real-time dispatch, ID scanning, and earnings tracking for HempDash delivery couriers.
My Expertise
From machine learning algorithms to the complexities of regulated delivery, my work spans multiple domains.
Applying predictive modeling and neural networks to solve complex real-world problems.
Creating engaging, intelligent voice experiences with conversational AI and NLP.
Building scalable, real-time systems for on-demand delivery platforms.
Navigating regulated environments in AI and cannabis with technology-driven solutions.
Proven Impact
Real-world results from my work, showcasing tangible value delivered to partners, customers, and communities.

“HempDash gave us Amazon-level logistics. We increased our delivery reach by 40% and can now serve customers as far as Fort Worth within hours.”
- Regional CBD Retailer, Dallas, TX

“The tech makes my job so much easier. The app's route suggestions and built-in ID scanner save me time and keep everything legal. I've increased my hourly income by 25%.”
- HempDash Driver, North Texas Region

“Integrating with HempDash was seamless. Jonathan's API documentation was superb, and now our online store automatically offers same-day delivery at checkout.”
- Technical Lead, Cannabis E-commerce Platform
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I'm always interested in new challenges and collaborations. Let's discuss how we can work together.
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My latest thoughts on entrepreneurship, cannabis tech, and ethical AI.

Founder Notes
I'm sharing candid lessons from HempDash’s first year—an honest look at building a startup at the intersection of two highly regulated industries.

Cannabis Tech
Beyond logistics, AI is playing a crucial role in the hemp supply chain, from using computer vision for crop monitoring to supporting product verification for consumers.

AI + Compliance
The challenges of implementing AI in the cannabis space have surprising parallels with the financial technology sector. Here are some key takeaways on compliance and explainability.
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