Standard Wellness Appoints Kate Ols as New Vice President of Retail to Boost Operations

Standard Wellness Expands Leadership Team with New Hire

On January 28, 2026, Standard Wellness Holdings, LLC, a multi-state cannabis operator based in Cleveland, made headlines with the announcement of Kate Ols's appointment as Vice President of Retail. This strategic move comes as the company seeks to strengthen its position in the rapidly evolving cannabis retail market.

In her role, Ols will be responsible for directing the company’s dispensary operations with a focus on consistent operational practices, scalable growth, and delivering exceptional customer experiences across all locations. Reporting directly to CEO Jared Maloof, she will collaborate closely with regional managers and store-level teams to refine retail systems and support workforce development. This initiative aims to ensure that each dispensary embodies the values of Standard Wellness, which emphasizes quality service.

Jared Maloof commented on this new hire, stating, “Retail is where our brand comes to life for customers every day.” He expressed confidence in Ols’s disciplined, people-first approach to retail leadership, noting her expertise in scaling operations while maintaining a strong customer focus. With a wealth of experience in both emerging and established cannabis markets, Ols has a proven track record of assembling high-performing teams and boosting operational efficiency.

In her own words, Ols shared her enthusiasm about joining Standard Wellness at a pivotal moment: “The company has a strong footprint and an established team, creating an opportunity to sharpen execution and elevate in-store experiences as our markets mature and become more competitive.” She expressed eagerness to work closely with retail teams to support their success and drive the company’s growth to new heights.

The elevation of a Vice President of Retail signifies Standard Wellness's commitment to investing in leadership and infrastructure amid its expansion efforts in the competitive cannabis landscape. Founded in 2017 in Ohio, the company operates across multiple states, including Missouri and Utah, in addition to having cultivation, processing, and dispensary licenses in Maryland.

Currently, Standard Wellness boasts seven retail locations operating under the Forest brand, a name synonymous with quality and innovation in the cannabis industry. Notable achievements include making Ohio's first legal cannabis sale at Forest Sandusky and executing Utah's inaugural legal medical cannabis delivery to a pharmacy in February 2020.

Employing around 350 staff members, Standard Wellness is on a mission to enhance the quality of life by providing safe and regulated access to cannabis for both medical and adult use. The firm is poised for continued growth, and the addition of Kate Ols to the leadership team exemplifies its dedication to refining its retail operations. As the cannabis market continues to evolve, Standard Wellness aims to stay ahead of the curve through innovative practices and a steadfast commitment to service excellence.

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Jared Maloof
Chief Executive Officer
Standard Wellness Holdings, LLC
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