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Chicago, IL, USA

Tim M.

Bringing Order, Clarity, and Execution to Complex Businesses

Tim McGraw is a seasoned C-suite executive and operator with over 25 years of experience building, acquiring, and stabilizing businesses across regulated and operationally complex industries.

His background spans real estate, manufacturing, CPG, finance, wellness, and multi-state regulated markets, where he has led organizations through rapid growth, restructuring, acquisitions, and operational transformation.

Tim’s strength lies in quickly diagnosing on-the-ground realities, pressure-testing assumptions, and aligning teams around disciplined execution. He has operated licensed businesses in 11 states and four countries, navigating regulatory complexity while scaling infrastructure, teams, and distribution.

He is frequently brought into situations where clarity is needed — including fractional leadership roles, diligence support, post-acquisition stabilization, and turnaround environments. His approach is practical and execution-focused, emphasizing operational discipline, accountability, and measurable results.

Tim has been recognized among the 100 Most Influential People in Cannabis by High Times and featured in The New York Times, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and other major outlets. While known for entrepreneurial leadership, his core value lies in execution, operational clarity, and steady decision-making under pressure.

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Wellness Reimagined: Tim McGraw Of Rare Breed Companies On 5 Things That Should Be Done To Improve and Reform The Health & Wellness Industry | by Maria Angelova, CEO of Rebellious Intl. | Authority Magazine | Medium

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Wellness Reimagined: Tim McGraw Of Rare Breed Companies On 5 Things That Should Be Done To Improve and Reform The Health & Wellness Industry | by Maria Angelova, CEO of Rebellious Intl. | Authority Magazine | Medium

In our world of constant change, and with life moving faster than ever, topics such as mental health, self-care, and prevention have become popular buzzwords. People are looking to live healthier…

Revolution Cannabis

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Revolution Cannabis

Won 2 of 21 Merit based licenses in IL. Built the 2 largest and most advanced facilities in the state totaling 152,000 S Ft in 4.5 months. First permit to be operational and held the largest market share until I left. Won 1 of 6 licenses in FL as well as operations in 9 other states and countries. Over 50 HT Cup Awards. HT named me 100 Most Influential People in Cannabis. Also 40 Under 40 by Cannbis Biz Times

Experience

Aug 2022 — Present
Rare Breed Companies

Rare Breed Companies

Founder & CEO

Rare Breed Companies owns & invests in businesses across Natural Health, CPG, Fitness, Athletic Training, Cannabis and Media, focusing on disruptive companies dedicated to Quality, Culture, and Science.

  • Rare Breed Health
  • RareBreedHealth.com
  • RareBreedCompanies.com
  • Over 100 million in private placements
  • https://medium.com/authority-magazine/wellness-reimagined-tim-mcgraw-of-rare-breed-companies-on-5-things-that-should-be-done-to-improve-bf77d6acadce
Nov 2016 — Present
Canna-Hub

Canna-Hub

Founder and CEO

Canna-Hub is a leading cannabis real estate developer in California, specializing in designing, owning, and managing sophisticated business parks for cannabis companies.

  • Founded Canna-Hub, pioneering the concept of specialized business parks for cannabis companies in California.
  • Spearheaded successful zoning and authorization efforts for all indoor cultivation, manufacturing, testing, distribution, and transportation licenses across multiple locations.
  • Negotiated with local authorities to achieve the lowest permitting fees in the state, thereby fostering cost-saving synergies for cannabis operators.
  • Positioned Canna-Hub as the most experienced cannabis real estate developer in California, significantly easing licensing and operational challenges for industry stakeholders.
Jul 1997 — Present
McGraw Co Advisory / McGraw Companies

McGraw Co Advisory / McGraw Companies

CEO

Fractional / interim c-suite management. real estate management services, general contracting, site development, commercial finance, private equity, work outs, owner rep services and strategic & operational assessments.

  • Contracted by Chase, B of A, Fannie Mae, Wells Fargo, Citi, BMO and other ROE servicing companies.
  • Over 1.4 billion in total transactions & fundings
  • Over 75,000 work orders delivered
  • Over 1M sq ft oof commercial development
Aug 2012 — Jan 2017
Revolution Enterprises

Revolution Enterprises

Founder / CEO

Revolution Enterprises is an international leader in the cannabis industry, focusing on the cultivation, lab facilities, retail, and ancillary businesses. Largest cultivator in IL. Merit based licenses granted in 8 states. Recognized for commitment to cannabinoid medicine research and development.

  • Successfully led Revolution Enterprises to become the largest producer of medical cannabis in Illinois, leveraging 151,050 sq. ft. of production space.
  • Attracted a highly skilled corporate team, establishing Revolution as a global standard-setter for policy and procedure standards in the cannabis market.
  • Recognized as a cannabis industry expert, significantly contributing to the company’s expansion and influence in highly-regulated markets.
  • Cannabis Business Times cover story "Community Centered Cannabis"