Meet your best buds.
The Farmers First leadership team is the dream combination: well-established in the Oregon cannabis community and insanely passionate about helping our cannabis partners thrive.
Karen Osovsky
Karen Osovsky is an entrepreneur and business operator with more than 15 years of experience in the cannabis industry. Her work centers on building companies and brands with a focus on thoughtful growth, strong operations, and lasting community.
Karen is behind Farmers First, a cannabis wholesale and distribution company, Smoke Cloud Cannabis, and OCC, a business advisory company supporting businesses through growth, operations, strategy, and development.
Her approach is simple: lead with heart and build with purpose. Across each company, Karen brings together business, creativity, connection, and community to create brands that are built to last.
Kristyn Brainard
Kristyn is an experienced brand manager and graphic designer. She has a personal passion for the medicinal properties of cannabis and has built an impressive roster of clients in this industry. Kristyn helps expand Farmer’s First brand portfolio and she advises key partners on their branding strategies.
“As a previous long-time cannabis user, I understand how cannabis can boost your mood, aid in sleep, and provide fun for social situations. I have always been drawn to the unique challenge branding of cannabis products, and love applying my skills to this craft.
Aside from having a general appreciation for the plant, an ever-changing, fast-paced environment is just one of the many reasons I love working in this industry. No two days are alike!”
Paige began her journey in the cannabis industry on the cultivation side (with Karen at Next-Generation!) before transitioning into wholesale, bringing a well-rounded perspective shaped by hands-on experience across the supply chain.
With five years in the industry, she has “developed a deep appreciation for the plant and the incredible community that surrounds it. A longtime cannabis enthusiast, I have always been fascinated by the endless possibilities of cannabis—from the diversity of genetics to the wide range of products, including flower, oils, and edibles. On top of that, I love being part of such a dynamic industry and working alongside so many passionate, innovative people.”