Bio
Strategic Consulting for Real Estate, Land Use & Cannabis Development
With more than 22 years of experience in real estate, land use, and cannabis operations, Yarrow provides expert consulting for developers, operators, investors, and entrepreneurs navigating complex regulatory and development environments.
Specializing in zoning, entitlements, site selection, feasibility analysis, and compliance strategy, Yarrow helps clients move projects from concept to approval to execution—efficiently, legally, and sustainably. His work is rooted in California’s regulatory landscape and extends across more than 12 states.
Proven Expertise Across Regulated and High-Complexity Markets
Yarrow brings nearly four decades of hands-on experience in the cannabis industry, spanning legacy, medical, and regulated markets. His advisory services include facility design and buildout, operational planning, compliance systems, cultivation optimization, and staffing models. He has led the development and operation of multi-site cultivation facilities and managed professional farming teams, helping clients scale while minimizing regulatory and financial risk.
In real estate and development consulting, Yarrow advises on finance, land evaluation, predevelopment planning, construction project management, and residential and commercial leasing. Known as a land use specialist and zoning expert, he is particularly sought after for rural and luxury residential projects requiring nuanced permitting and community engagement.
Policy Insight. Operational Experience. Results-Driven Strategy.
Yarrow’s consulting approach is informed by deep policy and advocacy experience at the local, state, and national levels. As a former leader within the California Cannabis Industry Association, National Cannabis Industry Association, and Sonoma County Growers Alliance, he brings insider knowledge of regulatory processes and agency expectations.
This perspective enables clients to anticipate challenges, engage effectively with regulators, and position their projects for long-term success.
Leadership Rooted in Equity and Sustainability
Currently serving on the boards of the Sonoma County Cannabis Alliance, Western Institute of Technology & Higher Education, and the Social Equity Owners & Workers Association, Yarrow remains committed to workforce development, equitable access, and responsible growth.
His consulting practice emphasizes:
- Regulatory clarity
- Risk mitigation
- Operational efficiency
- Ethical and sustainable development
Partner With Confidence
Whether launching a new development, navigating entitlements, optimizing operations, or restructuring for compliance, Yarrow partners with clients to transform regulatory complexity into viable, profitable, and resilient enterprises.