interview
February 17, 2022

Interview with Hemp Leaders and Advocate around the World – Episode 2

Hemp Talk with Drew Kitt- Hempreneur

Learn Hemp Industry insights from top Hemp Leaders and advocates from around the world.  Hosted by Hemp Foundation TALKS with Rebecca Spain.  

In today’s episode we get the pleasure of speaking with Drew Kitt, a Hempreuner and Certified Ganjier located in Asheville, North Carolina.

Peak into Drew’s shop and gain insights from a Certified Ganjier.

Get an overview of Hemp Genetics and upcoming research projects.

Learn about the diversity of Hemp Cannabinoids, Terpenes, Fiber, and Grain.

About Drew Kitt

Since 2019, Drew Kitt has owned and operated a CBD retail dispensary, Two Moons CBD, located in Asheville, North Carolina. In 2019 Drew also began working with the International Hemp Exchange (iHEMPx), providing hemp genetics for cannabinoids, grain and fiber through his vast network and distribution channels. Drew began his career in the hemp industry in 1996, he has an MBA with a concentration in Sustainability, is a Certified Ganjier, a Brand Ambassador and sits on the Global Hemp Association’s Research Committee. Drew is focused on developing the industrial hemp supply chain from manufacturer to processor to farmer to genetics.

Speaker Tags/Social Media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drewkitt/

Vishal Vivek is the Founder and CEO of Ukhi, a pioneering bio-materials company dedicated to ending plastic pollution by converting agricultural waste into high-performance compostable polymers. With a background in sustainable entrepreneurship and over a decade of technology experience, he leads Ukhi’s vision to create scalable, planet-positive material solutions. Previously, Vishal founded the Hemp Foundation, where he empowered more than 1,000 farmers and advanced sustainable livelihood initiatives. His work has been recognized through awards such as the HDFC Parivartan Grant and featured in leading publications like Forbes and Entrepreneur. Times Group recognized him as a legendary entrepreneur and published his biography in “I Did IT- Vol 2” alongside social pioneers like Bindeshwar Pathak (Sulabh International) and Anshu Gupta (Goonj). Vishal has authored more than 200 articles on sustainability and hemp, reflecting his deep expertise and advocacy for regenerative solutions. His commitment to grassroots impact led him to live in the remote mountains of Uttarakhand, where he immersed himself in the lives of marginal farmers, understanding their challenges and co-creating economic opportunities through hemp-based initiatives. A deeply passionate innovator, Vishal often draws inspiration from seemingly impossible achievements: “If Elon Musk can make rockets reusable, or Dashrath Manjhi can carve a path through a mountain with rudimentary tools, why can’t we eliminate the demon of single-use plastic while uplifting struggling farmers? We will make it happen—whatever it takes.” Ukhi is proud to be supported by premier institutions including IIT Guwahati, NSRCEL-IIM Bangalore, Indian School of Business (Hyderabad), Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR Pusa), and the Indian Institute of Packaging. Vishal is committed to demonstrating that business can be a powerful catalyst for global environmental and social good. Connect with Vishal Vivek