Texas Hemp Business Council Names Mark Bordas as Executive Director
12 Agosto 2024 - 11:10AM
The Texas Hemp Business Council (THBC), a nonprofit trade
association focused on advancing and protecting hemp-derived
cannabinoid products in the Lone Star state, today announced the
appointment of Mark Bordas as executive director.
Bordas brings to the Texas Hemp Business Council more than 30
years of government affairs experience, serving clients in highly
regulated industries such as alcohol, vaping, healthcare and
tobacco. In addition to helping launch and grow a number of
industry trade associations, Bordas has been instrumental in
organizing and developing a wide range of successful state, and
federal legislative and regulatory campaigns.
“Mark’s extensive background navigating complex regulatory
landscapes, along with his work building trade associations, will
surely benefit the Texas Hemp Business Council as our executive
director, particularly now, as the hemp industry here in Texas and
nationally is being threatened by potential bans,” said Cynthia
Cabrera, founding board member of Texas Hemp Business Council and
chief strategy officer at Hometown Hero. “His deep industry
knowledge and strategic acumen will be crucial in advancing THBC’s
goals.”
Bordas works as a government affairs specialist in Texas,
assisting clients seeking legislative or regulatory relief in
single or multiple states through lobbying, grassroots and
communication strategies. Prior to that, he served nearly 20 years
at Anheuser-Busch in varying roles coordinating legislative and
regulatory activities. Bordas also was a founding member of the
Texas Association of Manufacturers and served as the principal
organizer of New Mexicans for Fairness and The Texas Brewers
Institute (now the Texas Brewers Guild). Earlier in his career,
Bordas was executive director of the Ohio Jewelers Association,
where he grew the organization’s annual trade show into the fourth
largest fine jewelry event in the U.S.
“As our industry navigates new regulatory and legislative
challenges, the Texas Hemp Business Council will be a leading force
for the thousands of local hemp businesses and farmers, working to
ensure a fair and open market that fosters innovation, spurs
investment and creates valuable jobs,” said Bordas. “Millions of
veterans and adult consumers rely on hemp-derived cannabinoids as
part of their daily lives, and we are fully committed to the future
success of this industry, including all facets, from seed to
sale.”
Bordas earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism and a master’s
degree in public policy and management from The Ohio State
University. He is also certified in mediation and alternative
dispute resolution through the University of Texas School of
Law.
About the Texas Hemp Business Council
The Texas Hemp Business Council (THBC) is an advocacy
organization dedicated to promoting the growth, development and
sustainability of the hemp-based cannabinoid industry in Texas, as
well as the adoption of best industry practices and standards that
protect adult consumers. Established with the mission to support
hemp farmers, producers and businesses, THBC serves as a vital
resource for legislative advocacy, industry information, regulatory
guidance and market opportunities. More information can be found by
visiting https://texashempbusinesscouncil.com.
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