AJ Mishra

AJ Mishra is the Recruitment Director at Lumino, Europe’s first and leading cannabis recruitment agency. With over seven years of recruitment experience — including five years dedicated exclusively to the legal cannabis sector — AJ has established himself as one of Europe’s most trusted cannabis talent specialists.

A Proven Leader in Cannabis Recruitment

Over the past five years, AJ has recruited across the entire cannabis supply chain, partnering with licensed operators and high-growth cannabis businesses throughout Europe and beyond.

His expertise spans hiring for:

• 🌱 Master Growers & Cultivation Specialists

• 🧬 Breeders & Genetic Experts

• 🏭 Processing & Manufacturing Professionals

• 📦 Supply Chain & Operations Leaders

• 📈 Sales & Marketing Teams

• 🧑‍💼 Executive Leadership — including CEOs and C-suite appointments

AJ’s deep sector knowledge allows him to understand the technical, regulatory, and commercial nuances unique to the legal cannabis market — a rapidly evolving and highly specialized industry.

Supporting Europe’s Fastest-Growing Cannabis Businesses

As Recruitment Director at Lumino, AJ plays a pivotal role in scaling licensed cannabis operators and supporting market entry strategies across medical cannabis, pharmaceutical production, and emerging adult-use markets.

His work bridges the gap between exceptional talent and compliant, growth-focused cannabis companies navigating complex European regulations.

Why AJ Mishra Stands Out in Cannabis Talent Acquisition

• ✔️ 7+ years in recruitment

• ✔️ 5+ years exclusively in legal cannabis

• ✔️ Experience across the full cannabis value chain

• ✔️ Executive search expertise for senior leadership roles

• ✔️ Trusted partner to licensed operators across Europe

In an industry where expertise, compliance knowledge, and discretion are critical, AJ has built a reputation for delivering high-impact hires that drive long-term success.