Cannacurio by Cannabiz Media

On this episode of the Cannacurio Podcast, Ed Keating chats with Brett Gelfand, founder of CannaBIZ Collects and the Cannabiz Credit Association. They discuss Brett's journey from Colorado's cannabis market to pioneering solutions for credit and collection challenges in the industry. Learn how these organizations are transforming financial practices by leveraging data and collaboration to drive smarter credit decisions and foster business stability. Tune in for insights on navigating the industry's financial complexities and predictions for its future. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

On this episode of the Cannacurio Podcast, Ed Keating sits down with Nohtal Partansky, CEO of Sorting Robotics, to explore how automation is transforming the cannabis industry. Nohtal shares the story of his evolution from working with NASA, to developing cutting-edge robotic systems designed to streamline cannabis production. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

On this episode of the Cannacurio Podcast, Ed Keating interviews Joseph Lustberg, Managing Partner at Upwise Capital. They discuss Upwise's journey, beginning just before COVID-19 and their expertise in cannabis financing, as well as insights on the types of loans offered, the challenges faced by cannabis operators, and how Upwise helps businesses secure capital. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

In this episode of the Cannacurio Podcast, Ed Keating sits down with Bret Worley, CEO of MC Nutraceuticals, to explore the rapidly evolving cannabinoid industry. Bret shares his expertise on navigating the complexities of different US markets and highlights the importance of flexible regulation and compliance for industry growth. He also delves into MC Nutraceuticals' extensive global footprint, and so much more! Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

On this episode of the Cannacurio Podcast, Ed Keating sits down with Brett Puffenbarger. Brett shares his unique journey to the cannabis industry, coining the tagline "from bong to boardroom." He delves into his passion for marketing operations, the importance of radical transparency in fostering genuine change in the cannabis sector, and also highlights the complexities of the industry, from the legacy market to the corporate world, emphasizing the need for collaboration. His deep insights into business strategy, compliance, and managed services make this episode a valuable listen for anyone in the cannabis space. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

On this episode of the Cannacurio podcast, host Ed Keating interviews Guillermo Rodriguez, a Virtual CFO specializing in the cannabis industry. They discuss various topics including the roles and benefits of a Virtual CFO, the challenges of managing cash flow, the impact of 280E, and so much more! Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

In this episode of the Cannacurio podcast, host Ed Keating interviews Kevin Brooks, the CEO of Conception Nurseries, the world's largest cannabis plant provider. They discuss his transition from Silicon Valley to the cannabis industry, how they are revolutionizing the cannabis industry with their innovative tissue culture techniques, and so much more! Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

On this episode of the Cannacurio Podcast, Ed Keating chats with Shahbaaz Kara-Virani, Principal at SKVentures. They dive into Shahbaaz's unique career journey from Salesforce to the cannabis industry and discuss the key challenges and trends in cannabis business operations and technology. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry!

On this episode of the Cannacurio Podcast, Ed Keating chats with Patricia Rosi, Chief Marketing and Strategy Officer at Acreage Holdings. Their conversation touches on the evolution of cannabis brands, operational excellence, and the impact of federal policy changes. Tune in to learn about the key factors driving growth and innovation in the cannabis sector. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

On this episode of the Cannacurio podcast, host Ed Keating sits down with Chris Violas, CEO and founder of Blaze. Chris shares his journey into the cannabis industry, dating back to 2010 when he co-founded his first dispensary with his father during California's Prop 215 days. Drawing from his firsthand experience, Chris discusses how his time as a cannabis operator inspired him to create Blaze, a company dedicated to improving operational efficiency for cannabis businesses. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

Cannabiz Media's Chief Data Officer, Ed Keating, leads a discussion with industry leaders on how they survived 2023, and what they plan for 2024, for the Cannabis Chamber of Commerce's Leadership Series. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

Cannabiz Media's Chief Data Officer, Ed Keating, recaps the growth of the cannabis industry by providing insight into new licensing activity in 2023 for cultivation, manufacturing, and retail/dispensary licenses, including a regional breakdown. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

On this Cannacurio episode, Ed and Lou Rinaldi, a cannabis patient advocate, discuss how he got his start in this very public advocacy role, the truth about cannabis testing and the expose that blew the lid off of testing lab standards, the state of movement in Connecticut, and so much more! Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

On this Cannacurio episode, Ed and Jacques Santucci of Opus Consulting discuss his years of leadership experience that eventually lead him into the cannabis space, his success in working with Indigenous American tribes, the current state of the market and what trends we should be looking out for, and so much more! Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

On this Cannacurio episode, Ed and Lisa Buffo of the Cannabis Marketing Association discuss how she got her start in marketing, why she decided to start CMA, the benefits of being a member, their awards program, and so much more! Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

On this Cannacurio episode, Ed and Liesl Bernard of CannabizTeam discuss her start as a CPA and how she got her initial start in Recruiting, the current state of hiring within the industry, how they are approaching the market here in the US and beyond, and so much more! Head over to www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on Visit www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

On this Cannacurio episode, Cannabiz Media's Chief Data Officer, Ed Keating recaps the Dispensary & Retailer, Cultivation and Manufacturing licensing activity & leaderboards for Q2 2023. Plus he touches on the unlicensed market, and the current moratoriums in place. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

On this Cannacurio episode, Ed and David Friedman of Panther Capital discuss his background in finance and how they're entering the cannabis space, all things mergers and acquisitions in the software space, trends that we should be looking out for, and so much more! Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

In honor of this Juneteenth, Cannabiz Media's Chief Data Officer, Ed Keating sat down with Kaliko Castille of the Minority Cannabis Business Association. The MCBA is the largest national trade association dedicated to serving the needs of minority cannabis businesses and our communities. It represents minority and allied cannabis businesses, aspiring entrepreneurs, and supporters who share a vision of an equitable, just, and responsible cannabis industry. On this Cannacurio episode, Ed and Kaliko discuss how he became a full time cannabis activist, all things MCBA and the objectives behind the association, a deep dive on social equity programs from regulators, and so much more! Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Interested in joining the movement? Check out https://minoritycannabis.org for more info. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

On this Cannacurio episode, Cannabiz Media's Chief Data Officer, Ed Keating, does a recap of the new store, cultivation, and manufacturing licensing activity & leaderboards by state between January-March 2023. He also discusses what the heck is going on with Oklahoma.

On this Cannacurio episode, Ed Keating is joined by Michael Piermont, President & CRO of Leaf Trade, to discuss how Leaf Trade is leading the wholesale cannabis marketplace and digital payment infrastructure within the cannabis industry, the merger with Sweed, the state of the current market, and more!

This 4/20, Ed Keating is joined by Brett Harris, CEO & Founder of LuvBuds, to talk about the start of the company, how the cannabis retail space is evolving, what makes LuvBuds stand apart, and more!

Cova Software CEO, Gary Cohen, joins Ed Keating on the Cannacurio podcast to talk about the start of Cova Software, what's going on in the cannabis industry today and what the future holds. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

Cannabiz Media's Chief Data Officer, Ed Keating, recaps the growth of the cannabis industry by providing insight into new licensing activity in 2022 for cultivation, manufacturing, and retail/dispensary licenses, including a regional breakdown. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

Cannabiz Media's own Ed Keating and Jason Kikel dive into the exciting new world of consumption lounges. Where are licenses being issued, what kind of businesses are seeking them, and what does this mean for local communities and tourism? Ed and Jason give insight into the next phase of the cannabis industry. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

Ed Keating is joined by Ben Walters, the founder of Pioneer Intelligence, to talk about the creation of the company, data collection, and more! Pioneer Intelligence is a group of experienced and passionate marketers, data scientists, and entrepreneurs. Their mission is to advance the cannabis industry and support its stakeholders through the study of, and reporting on, brand marketing activities. Find out more at https://pioneer.buzz/. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

Ed Keating is joined by Cannabiz Media's own Jason Kikel, the Director of Regulatory Research, to discuss micro business licenses, the largest markets in the United States, and more! Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

Michael Piermont, President and Chief Revenue Officer of Leaf Trade, joins Ed Keating for a conversation on how the company was born, regulation and compliance, how they use the Cannabiz Media platform, and much more! Leaf Trade provides fully integrated B2B technology solutions for the wholesale cannabis industry. Dynamic ordering, eCommerce, and payment solutions allow wholesalers to engage their retailers directly, while dispensaries simplify their buying process through an easy-to-use browser interface. They offer customers an ever-expanding suite of tools and integrations that help drive sales, fulfill orders and streamline processes to stay ahead of constantly increasing industry expectations. Visit http://www.leaf.trade for more information. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

Jim Thomas, VP of Marketing and Sales at ASTM International, hops on with Ed Keating to discuss how he and ATSM became involved in the cannabis industry, standards and industry formation, how they've grown using the Cannabiz Media database, and much more! For more than a century, ASTM has been well known as one of the world's largest and most established standards creating organizations. Today, ASTM also offers a wide range of products and services that go well beyond standards: training, proficiency testing, certification and the new portal service Compass. These offerings significantly enhance the benefits ASTM provides to its stakeholders worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.astm.org. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

Chris Cohen, President of Square Grouper 360, joins Ed Keating for a one-on-one about MNI Targeted Media, the hurdles of advertising and marketing in the cannabis space, and much more! MNI Targeted Media is a division of Dotdash Meredith, which has been committed to providing quality journalism for more than 115 years. Dotdash Meredith uses multiple media platforms—including broadcast television, print, digital, mobile, and video—to provide consumers with content they desire and to deliver the messages of its advertising and marketing partners. Find out more at http://www.mnitargetedmedia.com. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

ePac Flexible Packaging's Ryan Kiley joined Ed on the Cannacurio Podcast to talk about the some of the fascinating technologies they're working with, how he views the market, and much more! ePac Flexible Packaging is a digitally-based flexible packaging company driven by our mission to help brands of all sizes stay competitive with exceptional stand up pouches, lay flat pouches and rollstock. ePac leverages the latest in digital print technology, providing our customers with a quick and easy way to produce custom printed flexible packaging. Find out more at https://epacflexibles.com. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

The Cannacurio train rolls on with Part 2 of our live podcast from MJBizCon 2021! In this episode, we sat down with Manuel Cuaron from OG Cannabis Insurance, Chris Jensen from March Networks, Dave Zobl from EZ Trim, Robert Kenny from Royal Supply, and Tony Reyes from Canna Carton. Whether it's medical or recreational cannabis business insurance, dispensary insurance, or cultivator/manufacturer insurance, OG Cannabis Insurance specializes in placing the right cannabis and CBD insurance policy with fast and easy to understand quotes! Visit https://www.ogcannabisinsurance.com/ for more. March Networks is a leader in intelligent IP video surveillance solutions. They help organizations realize the true power of integrated data and video. Visit https://www.marchnetworks.com/ for more information. EZ Trim is your one stop shop for your post harvest needs. They provide excellent customer service with all our products manufactured in Denver, Colorado. Visit https://www.eztrim.com/ for more! Royal Supply offers stock and custom packaging solutions for cultivators and extractors, including vape batteries, cartridges, glass and tincture jars, mylar bags, and more. Visit https://royalsupplywholesale.com/ for more information. Canna Carton is a world class printer and packaging converter serving heavily regulated compliance driven markets in North America. They deliver on the promise of high quality, high impact, sustainable packaging for Cannabis and related products of all kinds. Visit https://cannacartonllc.com/ for more! Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes.

The show hits the road to catch up with old friends and new in Las Vegas for MJBizCon 2021. Here are our conversations with Ben Hanna from Green Fertigation, Will Kattenburg from Treez, Allister Warren from Greentank Technologies, and Ed Schwarz and Steve Lynn from BLAZE. Green Fertigation specializes in fertigation design, installation, maintenance and automation for high performance commercial cannabis grow facilities across the United States. Visit https://www.greenfertigation.com for more information. Treez is a leading enterprise cloud platform that streamlines retail supply chain operations within the cannabis market. Delivered through a SaaS model, Treez provides the robust breadth and depth of software solutions required to operate a successful modern dispensary. For more information, visit https://www.treez.io. Greentank has quickly become an industry powerhouse with a proven track record of over 200+ successful vape brand launches across the United States and Canada. Winner of multiple industry accolades and honors, including a Red Dot Design award and Cannabis Independent's Vape Tank and Single-Use Vaporizer of the Year distinctions. Visit https://www.greentanktech.com/ for more information. BLAZE is a cannabis ERP providing best-in-class tools for operators in the seed-to-sale supply chain. The BLAZE team is comprised of former operators and industry experts passionate about automating the day-to-day tasks and compliance needed to run a successful cannabis business. Visit https://www.blaze.me/ for more information. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes.

Steve LaFaille, Vice President of Business Development at Tecogen, sat down with Ed to talk about the company's backstory, canna-serious and canna-curious companies in the industry, how they utilize the Cannabiz Media database, and more! Tecogen is a leading manufacturer of Combined Heat and Power products including natural gas engine-driven cogeneration, air conditioning systems and high efficiency water heaters for industrial and commercial use. For more information, visit https://www.tecogen.com/. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

Scott Campbell joins Ed Keating for a conversation on the markets and customer base of Meter Group, the acquisition of Drying Technologies, how they utilize the Cannabiz Media database, and more! Through the power of our employees, Meter combines science, engineering and design to develop smart and easy to use products and services which enable our customers to get precise information and address meaningful problems. Visit https://www.metergroup.com/ for more information. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio. Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9BkieqwY2dA

Gold Leaf Packaging founding partner David Rula joins Ed Keating to talk about how the company sprang up in Alabama to become a nationwide distributer, how they're able to stand apart in the cannabis industry, how they utilize the Cannabiz Media database, and more! Gold Leaf Packaging is a premier cannabis packaging company that specializes in creating custom packaging, collateral, & branding for your business. Discover more by visiting their website: https://www.goldleafpackaging.com/ Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry! You can also find the Cannacurio Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

Ed Keating is back in action on the Cannacurio Podcast! This week, he's joined by Kevin Hart, the CEO and founder of Green Check Verified. They touch on Kevin's origins in the cannabis industry, the challenges of banking, how hemp and CBD come into play for financial institutions, and much more! Green Check Verified enables financial institutions to build and scale best-in-class cannabis banking programs backed by industry-leading technology and services. Visit https://greencheckverified.com for more information. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry!

Founder and CEO, Bryan Passman, of Hunter + Esquire joins Ed Keating for a conversation on 4/20 about how the recruiting space was affected during during the pandemic, what's bringing people into the cannabis industry, how they segment the market, and more! Hunter + Esquire is the leading executive search and consulting firm focussed solely on the Cannabis and Psychedelics Industries. Find out more information by visiting their website: https://www.hunteresquire.com/ Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry!

Ryan Fleming and Paul Clifford from Sage Intacct hopped on the podcast to chat with Ed about how cannabis fits into their business model, working with multi-state operators, the amount of audits striking companies within the industry, and more! Sage Intacct, Inc is an American provider of cloud-based Financial management and services available in five regions around the globe. Find out more information at https://www.sageintacct.com Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry!

Shield Compliance President and Chief Operating Officer, Tony Repanich, stopped by the podcast to chat with Ed about joining the company, what changes to the industry on a federal level would mean for Shield, whether hemp is a stepping stone for banking, and much more! Shield Compliance is transforming the way cannabis banks and legal marijuana financial institutions manage risk, comply with regulations and satisfy operational demands across the United States. Find out more information by visiting http://www.shieldbanking.com. The video version of this podcast can be found on YouTube: https://youtu.be/AHiRQ9nRjPU Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry!

Robert Mohr and Haley Hayes or PeopleGuru joined the podcast to chat about the hurdles they faced coming into the industry in Florida, the importance of owning their own technology, how they utilize the Cannabiz Media database, and more! PeopleGuru develops and supports cloud-based Human Capital Management Software designed to meet the needs of passionate and progressive HR Leaders of mid-market organizations. Visit https://www.peopleguru.com for more information. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry!

Chief Operating Officer at Metrc, Lewis Koski, joined the show for a fascinating conversation about how the company jumped in the cannabis space, the impact of state policies, what's next for Metrc, and much more! Metrc is the most trusted cannabis track and trace system in the U.S. Our technology uses advanced software, RFID, and a secure, closed-loop database to monitor cannabis inventory from seed to point of sale. We proudly support 15 states, the District of Columbia and over 15,000 business licenses. Visit www.metrc.com for more information. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry!

Ron Basak-Smith and James Eichner, co-founders of Sana Packaging, hopped the podcast for a fascinating conversation about the company's start, their three overarching guiding principles, their goal of getting the packaging industry to follow their lead, and much more! Sana Packaging is a sustainable packaging brand that designs and develops cannabis packaging for a circular economy using 100% plant-based hemp plastic, 100% reclaimed ocean plastic, and other sustainable materials. Visit http://www.sanapackaging.com for more information. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit http://www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry!

Watch the video of this podcast: https://youtu.be/hNsvpVMWlsU On the 29th edition of the Cannacurio Podcast, Canna Advisor's VP of Marketing, Lisa Jordan, joins the show to talk about California's viability, what's attractive and not attractive when looking at markets, and more! Whether you're a new startup or an experienced business wanting to expand, Canna Advisors is the first call any cannabis entrepreneur should make. Canna Advisors has the industry experience, reputation, influence, expertise, and passion to put your cannabis business in the best position for sustained, long-term success. Find out more at https://thinkcanna.com/. Head over to http://www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry!

Flourish CEO, Colton Griffin, joined the podcast to chat with Amanda and Ed about how the company came to be, regulatory hurdles, how they pick states to operate in, and much more! The Flourish software platform tracks product from seed to sale. Clients use Flourish to support all purchasing, inventory management, cultivation tracking, order fulfillment, and retail operations. By virtue of using Flourish, clients create and capture rich sets of data, which we present as actionable analytics to help drive decision making. Find out more at www.flourishsoftware.com Head over to www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry!

Grassi CPA's Zach Gordon is our first guest of the new year! He joined us to talk about the company's origins in the cannabis space, the importance of industry education, regulations, and much more! Grassi is an independent member firm of Moore North America, which is itself a regional member of Moore Global Network Limited (MGNL). All the firms in MGNL are independent entities, owned and managed in each location. Their membership in, or association with, Moore Global Network Limited should not be construed as constituting or implying any partnership between them. Find out more information at www.grassicpas.com. Head over to www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry!

Karen Mayberry, the Chief Marketing Officer at Trym, joined the podcast to talk about the company's origins, their ideal customer, how they utilize the Cannabiz Media database, and much more! Trym was founded in Novato, CA by three passionate individuals with a common love of cannabis and belief in it's profound positive impact on the world. They felt the best way to contribute to the advancement of the industry, was to build smart technology to support cannabis growers and help them improve their operations. The only farm management software built to address the specific challenges facing commercial growers today, Trym provides useful tools for cultivation businesses to manage daily activities, increase efficiency and productivity, and strategically collect and analyze data to make improvements to their operations. For more information, visit trym.io. Head over to www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry!

Thomas Bruggemann & Mike Bracewell from Tom's Tumbler joined the podcast to talk about going from stuntman to the idea for Tom's Tumbler, the selling process, upcoming inventions, and much more! Tom's Tumbler offers an affordable bladeless trimming & extraction solution for your bud. Trim up to 85% faster than hand trimming & preserve your bud. Find more information by visiting tomstumbletrimmer.com. Head over to www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry!

Graham McConnell, co-founder of Nth Round, joins Amanda and Ed on the 24th episode to talk about what sparked the idea for the company, the regulations they have to abide by, and much more! Nth Round is a comprehensive equity management platform for companies of all stages and sizes. Manage equity, engage shareholders, and facilitate liquidity in an all-in-one secure environment. Find out more information at https://www.nthround.com/ Head over to www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry!

Bill Owens and Todd Mock of Samson Extracts join the podcast to talk about their start in hemp, the process of getting a license in Alabama, and their motives for being a hemp processor handler. Samson Extracts are established row crop farmers in Alabama with over 200 years of combined experience. Their trusted farm has fed our country for years and is deemed as one of Alabama's largest and most diverse farms. With their knowledge of the industry, they saw that the future of farming included growing hemp and sought out experts in the field to build a team that includes one of the most respected growers in America. For more information, visit samsonextracts.com. Head over to www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry!

Jason Ortiz, President of the Minority Cannabis Business Association, joined the podcast to talk about his start with MCBA, managing stakeholders, the increasing importance of international policy, and much more! Founded in late 2015, the Minority Cannabis Business Association (MCBA) is the first 501(c)(6) not for profit business league created to serve the specific needs of minority cannabis entrepreneurs, workers, and patients/ consumers. The organization currently serves members from across the United States. Its 15-member board of directors is comprised of a diverse group of cannabis industry veterans and activists from across the U.S. Find out more at minoritycannabis.org! Head over to www.cannabiz.media/cannacurio for a full transcription and find us on social media for more clips of new and upcoming episodes. Visit www.cannabiz.media to join thousands of reputable companies from around the world who are engaging and connecting with the cannabis and hemp industry!