BIOGRAPHY
Richard “”Rich”” Batenburg Jr. is the steady hand behind the scenes, guiding the family’s business ventures with wisdom and experience. As the current chairman of The Clear, one of the most prominent THC vape companies, Rich plays a pivotal role in the cannabis industry’s continued growth and innovation. But his journey to success spans far beyond cannabis. Throughout his career, Rich has built and managed businesses in a variety of fields, from equity firms to media and infomercials, proving his entrepreneurial spirit and ability to adapt to changing markets.
Rich’s depth of business knowledge and calm demeanor provide the perfect balance to his son Rick’s high-energy approach. As Rick’s mentor, Rich serves as both a guiding force and a collaborator in their shared ventures. His leadership style emphasizes thoughtful decision-making, strategic planning, and a long-term vision, which has helped shape their family’s success in the fast-paced cannabis industry.
Under Rich’s leadership, The Clear has become a leader in THC vape technology and product development, setting high standards for quality and innovation. His commitment to staying ahead of industry trends while maintaining a steady hand on the business reflects his decades of experience in competitive markets.
Beyond his role in the cannabis industry, Rich’s entrepreneurial ventures include founding and managing successful equity firms and launching notable media projects. His ability to pivot between industries and lead diverse business initiatives speaks to his versatility and deep understanding of market dynamics.
As the cannabis industry continues to evolve, Rich Batenburg Jr.’s influence will remain critical, not only for The Clear but for the future of cannabis entrepreneurship. His calm, calculated approach and dedication to mentorship will continue to inspire the next generation of cannabis leaders.
ABOUT TheClear
Clear Cannabis Inc. licenses intellectual property related to legacy national cannabis brand, The Clear™, and other industry-leading cannabis brands. Founded in 2013 by a team of scientists who reinvented the cannabis industry by introducing molecular distillation to the legal cannabis market, The Clear™ products are available in multiple cannabis markets in the U.S., including California, Colorado, Michigan, Oklahoma, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, New Mexico and Missouri. As licensor of The Clear™, Clear Cannabis Inc. is focused on product consistency regardless of state, proprietary formulations, product safety, consumer experience and expanding product lines. Clear Cannabis Inc. also provides hardware, packaging, training, standard operating procedures, quality control methodology, agency sales, marketing, merchandising, product R&D and leasing services to licensee partners in many cannabis-legal states. CCI is not directly involved in the manufacture, sale or distribution of products containing THC.
