Tyler Walker Seymour Metford
Operations leader and creative multimedia specialist with functional expertise in highly regulated production, brand design, and quality craft manufacturing, combining technical background with disciplined operational execution.
Currently seeking impactful roles in operations, creative product and brand development, or growth driven administrative/design positions.
Professional Experience
The Hash Corporation [HashCo] – Toronto, ON
Chief Operations Officer & Co-Founder (2018-2025)
Founded and operated a regulated cannabis processing business focused on adapting traditional production methods to modern safety and compliance standards at commercial scale. Oversaw all operations for the full lifecycle of the business; formation, capital raises, rapid growth, COVID-19 adaptations, public market launch, sustained fulfilment, and final transition to private ownership.
Key Achievements
Designed and implemented efficient, cost-effective commercial production processes for traditional hashish and contemporary cannabis concentrate products, balancing artisanal quality expectations with GPP compliance standards for regulated marketplaces.
Designed the company’s logo, packaging, advertising campaigns, and digital presence, creating a distinct brand identity in a crowded newly regulated market environment.
Delivered hundreds of kilograms of clean, legal, ready-to-sell hashish into Ontario and Quebec markets, maintaining a 99+% OCS fill rate over years of weekly fulfilment cycles.
Supported the creation & launch of multiple award-winning SKUs, ensuring packaging accuracy, regulatory conformance, and ultra consistent brand presentation.
Operational Responsibilities
Led all operations, including production floor plan design, scheduling, inventory forecasting & control, product procurement, fulfilment coordination, distribution logistics, reporting, quality audits, and licensed partner inspections.
Established and enforced strict quality assurance and safety protocols, protecting staff, product integrity, and license compliance in a highly scrutinized, regulated environment.
Maintained exceptionally reliable inventory tracking and demand planning documentation, enabling efficient forecasting and driving process improvements toward operational goals.
Previous Experience
Independent & Boutique Galleries [Boroheads Glass Gallery / 416 Medicinal / The Good Grass & Hotbox /Jupiter] – Toronto, ON
Curator / General Manager / Retail Manager (2010-2018)
Built and operated several niche glass, art, and cannabis focused retail spaces, overseeing creative and functional operations to ensure premium customer experiences.
Key Achievements
Organized, curated exhibitions, managed artist relationships, and developed cohesive visual narratives for high-end contemporary galleries and retail storefronts.
Designed, directed, and implemented floorplans, window displays, product presentation strategies & sales processes for niche, art-forward environments.
Oversaw inventory management, vendor relations, human resources, payroll, and general operations for specialty retailers.
Provided creative production and collateral support including website hosting + design, print handling, and visual merchandising.