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Do you agree that brands in business are everything? Even in the cannabis business? Jaime Lipowitz from High Buds Club (HBC) thinks so. We had a great Q&A on Bon Stock. In this video, Jaime answers this question: What kind of specific strategies are used to ensure a genuine and impactful relationship between the budtenders and HBC? A link in the comments for more video nuggets from Jaime.

Quality cannabis has been a passion, mission, and vision of our COO, Jeff, for many years. Learn more about what drives Jeff, as well as how he helps our clients in everything from increasing profitability to solving complex problems with their crops on our blog!

Get ready for the latest episode of Inside Retail with Marty Higgins, dropping soon on Highly Capitalized Network-HCN. In this episode, I’m joined by Jay Czarkowski, Co-Founder of Canna Advisors, for a look inside the future of the cannabis industry. Canna Advisors is a premier cannabis consulting firm that has been instrumental in shaping the legal cannabis landscape. They’ve guided businesses through the complexities of cannabis legislation to secure licenses and build successful operations in 39 states and several countries. Jay brings a wealth of knowledge from his experience with M&A and building value-driven businesses in the industry. Our conversation touches on some of the most pressing challenges facing the market today, including the impact of regulatory pressures like 280E. We explore: ✻ Key #challenges as the market evolves and how license-holders can stay ahead. ✻ The role of #innovation in driving growth amidst cumbersome regulations. ✻ Urbana’s approach to cannabis hospitality and innovating with #experientialretail. Jay's insights offer a candid reflection on the current state of the industry and highlight the need for both thoughtful, strategic investment and innovative approaches to reaching consumers. Stay tuned for the episode, dropping this week exclusively on highlycapitalized.com. Urbana #FindYourUrbana Canna Advisors Jay Czarkowski Highly Capitalized Network-HCN Mark Collins MBA #InsideRetail #CannabisInvestment #Urbana #CannaAdvisors #cannabisindustry #paneldiscussion #interview #cannabisretail #innovation #cannabis #hospitality

How Ave Miller Turned Uncle Arnie's into a Cannabis Beverage Sensation 🚀🌿 On Friday, I released the latest edition of Herbal Profiles Newsletter, in which I had an exclusive Q&A with Ave Miller, Founder, Uncle Arnie's. His journey is full of unique insights and hard-earned lessons that every entrepreneur can learn from. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll find: Starting Small and Thinking Big: Ave’s approach to launching Uncle Arnie's and scaling it into a popular brand. Overcoming Challenges: Real-world examples of navigating the hurdles in the cannabis industry. Innovative Branding: How Ave’s creative vision helped Uncle Arnie's stand out in a crowded market. Consumer Connection: Building a loyal customer base through authenticity and quality. These nuggets of wisdom are perfect for anyone looking to make their mark in the industry. 🌱✨ Don’t miss out on the full interview—catch all the details in our newsletter: https://lnkd.in/eyENpZ6n What's one piece of advice from Ave that resonates with you? Share your thoughts below! 👇🌿

As an introvert, it's been a draining (but GREAT) past few weeks: Hall of Flowers in CA - jet lag, plus new to CA market made this one more stressful - but as always, the cannabis community is so welcoming. With tailwinds from HOF + 420 upcoming, Woodstock is on-track for it's best wholesale month EVER (very low bar, but we'll take the small wins to celebrate). Def worthwhile exhibiting there with Lowell Farms Inc.. Techstars Boston Accelerator Mentor Madness (sorry can't say "Magic" just feels wrong). Pulled in a few other alums like Joe Lemay & Max Faingezicht as it's been 10 yrs since I was in the program (yikes!)... and connected with Kerty Levy & Aidan Kittredge and their awesome new class. Not a ton of consumer focus in this batch so not sure how much value I can add - but love a bunch of these companies! NECANN - biggest cannabis tradeshow in Northeast... not going to the official show (Woodstock isn't in MA YET) - but will be at 1 or 2 of the parties on Fri and look forward to catching up with my former peeps... One of the things I've realized about my introversion... is that, it's easier if you love what you're doing / you're mission-driven and you surround yourself with great people... Yes, I still exert a lot of energy at these big events - but I also GET a ton of energy from talking to others about what they're building and seeing people I used to work with and how much they continue to grow & crush. No more big shows for a while after this Friday... time to recuperate this wkend!

Are you considering starting a cannabis business? Listen to our latest episode for an honest discussion on the challenges and rewards of owning a dispensary with Eric Schlissel, Founder of Cure8. 🌿 Get the full episode here: web.kayapush.com/48W3ZUB #KayaCastPodcast #Cure8 #BusinessInsights

Another important step for the movement to legalize and destigmatize this magical plant. Enabling safe, easy access is our mission. Let’s get it. And anyone for SF? How could I not be as a NorCal native…Rivaling with my 10 year old around this very subject now! #legalize #normalization #access

As we navigate our professional journeys, we often find ourselves at crossroads, wondering which path to take. I've been there, and I know it can be daunting. But here's the thing: sometimes, the best direction is the one we forge ourselves. Don't miss this great episode!

Here we are in 2024, at a crucial point for the cannabis world. It’s more than just keeping up with new rules or economic ups and downs. It’s about growing stronger together and holding onto what makes us unique—our culture. This year is full of promise, but it’s also full of challenges. What’s going to get us through? Believing in our way of doing things, in innovation, and in supporting each other. It’s our culture that will light the way forward. We’re not just trying to survive; we’re looking to thrive and shape the future of cannabis. It’s about more than profits; it’s about staying true to our values and making a difference. So, what’s your take on where we’re headed? Let’s make this journey one we’re proud of.