The Green Room Podcast

Jim Makoso is a veteran in the cannabis industry, and he attended mjbizcon 2021 in Las Vegas where we caught up with him for an interview.   In this episode we discuss his background in the finance industry and the transition to the cannabis industry.   Jim is the CEO of Flowe Technology and Director of Lucid Lab Group. Jim holds board seats in several organizations including Marijuana Business Daily and Biomedican while also serving as Vice Chair of the Scientific Advisory Committee with the National Cannabis Industry Association.  Jim is the go-to person for flow technology involving cannabis oil extraction and distillation.Flowe is the first to combine microcrystalline cannabinoids and ingredients within a water-based solution. Infused product manufacturing will never be the same.  Learn more about Jim & Flowe Technology:https://www.flowetech.com/https://www.instagram.com/flowetech/Be sure to subscribe to be notified of our next episode. Like & Share... Visit our website to learn about our Cannabis PR Solutions.

After 15 years in the medical field working on both the human & veterinary sides, Adam Bushey made the jump into the Cannabis/CBD industry.  He is the director of strategic growth at Open Book Extracts.  Open book Extracts - bringing scientific rigor to every ingredient they sell and formulate, from traditional medicine, to modern nutrition science, to clinical program design, and translate their data into messages you can use.What sets Open Book Extracts apart from others is they also deal in rare cannabinoids such as TCV. Along with other rare cannabinoids - cbdv, CBDa, CBGa, THCV. Adam said there's so many exciting variables or exciting cannabinoids coming out very soon.  Listen to this episode to learn more about the extracts being researched by the team of experts at Open Book Extracts. Connect with Adam:https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-bushey-49aa718b/https://openbookextracts.com/team/https://www.instagram.com/obxtracts/Remember to subscribe to be notified of our next episode.  Please like & Share!  Check out our website for all of your Cannabis PR Solutions. 

Steve Loveday has worked in the golf industry for the past 25 years. Steve spent 9 years working in golf course management and maintenance prior to honing his skills in plant nutrition, biostimulation and defense activation.  What does that have to do with the cannabis industry?? Taking the lessons learned in the golf industry Steve has applied the same principles to the cannabis industry.  Listen to this episode to learn the lessons learned in the golf industry and how it can shape the future of cannabis.  Steve heads up a team of experts at Epoch Science Company in Texas. Today's top cannabis growers are infusing traditional practices with modern scientific strategies developed by industrial agriculture.  Leading to optimized plant growth and so much more.... Check out this interview & remember to subscribe for our next episode. To connect with Steve: http://www.epochlifescience.comhttps://www.instagram.com/steve_loveday13/Visit our website for all of your Cannabis related PR Solutions today

We got a chance to interview Marvin Wilcher, CEO & Co-founder at CampNova during Mjbizcon 2021 in Las Vegas.  Who is Marvin and CampNova?   CampNova is an e-commerce, technology marketing platform developed by experienced cannabis entrepreneurs. A premier cannabis and CBD destination, CampNova is a direct-to-consumers platform featuring delivery partners throughout the state of California. CampNova features brands, bonus limited edition exclusive releases from celebrities featuring pro-athletes, actors and influencers. Its headquarters are in Los Angeles and Oakland, California.  CampNova also partnered with an impressive roster of cannabis brands associated with Tommy Chong, Julian Marley, The Game, Santana—and Mickey Hart of Grateful Dead fame, to name a few of the brands.  You can buy the best influencer cannabis brands.  Check out this episode to learn more about their influencer cannabis brands....Connect w/ Marvin:LinkedInRemember to subscribe to be notified of our next episode.  Check out our website for all of your Cannabis PR Solutions.   

We caught up with Max Armstrong from Learn Brands at mjbizcon 2021. This year, they are such a cruel educational technology platform for the cannabis industry. They offer a wide range of services from introductory classes to state mandated compliance training.  Learn Brands has delivered over 60,000 hours of training through its platform.Max believes that approximately 80% of purchases come from the recommendations of budtenders.  They're your most powerful brand ambassador. So, giving them accurate information, letting them know about the products sold in their stores, is really vital.  As a result, the retailer has a lot of incentive just for having a more educated staff.Listen to this episode to discover what Learn Brands can do for your cannabis-based business.Max holds a BA in Communications, Environmental Studies, and a Minor in Oceanic and Atmospheric Studies from the University of Colorado. Connect w/ Learn Brands:https://www.learnbrands.com/https://www.facebook.com/learnbrands/https://www.linkedin.com/company/learnbrands/https://www.instagram.com/learnbrands/

CannaDevices is an American handcrafted glass and accessory distributor (wholesale only) specializing in serving cannabis dispensaries.  We got a chance at MJBizCon 2021 to interview Chris Piazza, Co-founder & CEO of CannaDevices.  Chris talks about setting the standard for glass blowing. CannaDevices was founded by Robert Bank and Chris Piazza to serve the fast-growing cannabis industry in the United States.  Both local glassblowers of the Chicago suburbs with over 30 years of glass blowing experience.  Starting in 2008 - Chris began in the cannabis industry as a glass blower - selling his pipes at head shops and concerts in Colorado. CannaDevices now works with over 40 different glass blowers around the US, with that number growing day by day. Since the inception, Chris has managed the growth of this new company, which services many of the largest dispensaries in the US, all while staying true to his roots in sourcing glass from artists throughout the country, creating consistent work and income for them and their families.  In addition to his position of Founder/CEO for CannaDevices, Chris is a founding member and Chairman of the non-profit, Startup Syndicate, created to help new entrepreneurs get access to tools and capital for their businesses. Connect with Chris:Website - https://cannadevices.com/Instagram - @CannaDevicesLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrispiazzail/Remember to subscribe to be notified of the next episode.  Please like & share. For all of your Cannabis related PR Solutions - visit our website for more information.

Today's episode we interviewed Ralph Risch who is the CEO of Phylos Bioscience located in Portland, Oregon. In 2015 Oregon legalized Marijuana.  Before marijuana was legalized, cannabis cultivators were more concerned with avoiding police raids than genetic research. Now that it's legal in Oregon what does the advancement in cannabis & hemp seed science conducted at Phylos Bioscience mean for the end user who buys cannabis at their local dispensary? It all begins with the seeds - Phylos believes quality control starts in breeding and continues through seed production.  The final hemp & cannabis product means buyers can trust the quality and consistency of the strains they are purchasing.  Let's listen to the entire interview with Ralph who discusses this in more detail, and you'll learn what Auto Flower means to a successful grow operation.   This feature allows growers to skip the traditional light cycles.Connect w/ Phylos Bioscience:https://www.linkedin.com/company/phylosbio/https://phylos.bio/Phylos reimagines molecular genetic science to revolutionize hemp and cannabis production for a growing industry. Our world-class team develops high-quality seed lines bred for better, more uniform agronomic traits and improved production efficiency. Phylos is committed to developing industry-leading solutions to help you boost your bottom line, maximize space and labor time, and pull ahead of the competition with short-season varieties.Our team of geneticists, breeders, plant scientists, and agronomists use a data-driven approach to crop and production improvement.      -------------------------------------------------------------------------Remember to subscribe to be notified of the next episode.  Like & Share - thanks!Visit our website for all of your cannabis related PR Solutions.

In this episode we go beyond just cannabis & CBD genetics.  A small Israeli based startup, BetterSeeds, is on a mission to create better seeds for all the crops grown worldwide.  Better crop genetics will be the key solving the growing demand for increased production.  BetterSeeds makes use of genome editing technology (CRISPR-Cas9) in order to produce new varieties, incorporating game changing traits which are not today available across all crops due to the limitations of conventional breeding. One example of this is ketchup. Without one genetic trait that was discovered in tomatoes a few decades ago we wouldn't have had ketchup.We interviewed BetterSeeds CEO/Co-founder, Ido Margalit, who helps explain the science behind BetterSeeds. And Ido helps to explain how their technology is also improving the Cannabis & Hemp industry.  Listen to our latest episode.Connect with BetterSeeds:https://www.betterseeds.com/#Herohttps://www.linkedin.com/company/betterseeds-ltd/Please subscribe to be notified of the next episode release - Like & Share!You can reach out to us for all of your Cannabis PR solutions.  Check out our website for more details.

In this episode we got a chance to interview Danicka Brown-Frazier & Olamiji Pearse.  The dynamic duo currently operates Greenish Vibes, a Cannabis accessory & CBD boutique that will soon transition into a Cannabis Microbusiness in California. Greenish Vibes also focuses on projects to improve equity for black farmers of industrial hemp in the US and West Africa. Check out this episode to learn about the mission at Greenish Vibes.Connect w/ Greenish Vibes:www.GreenishVibes.comhttps://www.instagram.com/getgreenishvibeshttps://twitter.com/GreenishVibesPlease subscribe to be notified of the next episode release - Like & Share!You can reach out to us for all of your Cannabis PR solutions.  Check out our website for more details.

As the cannabis industry grows so will the need for IP protection.  Often startup companies don't realize the need to protect their brand.  Furthermore, people think it's impossible to provide IP protection to something that's considered illegal under Federal Law.  In this episode we interview Hannah Stitt, an attorney at Tectonic Law.  Hannah helps entrepreneurs navigate the legal landscape for cannabis companies. Cannabis companies should look at patent and trade secret rights from both an offensive and defensive position to ensure that they are securing protection for their own innovations while avoiding the growing minefield of patent rights of their competitors.  It's possible to accidentally infringe on IP rights of another cannabis company and you don't even know it. This is why it's important to find a competent cannabis IP attorney who can help provide the solutions you'll need to be successful. Listen to our interview to learn more about Cannabis IP Law….About Hannah Stitt, EsquireHannah Stitt is an attorney based in San Francisco, California. She represents individuals and companies in trademark litigation and brand disputes across the state.Currently, Hannah sits on the Ethics Committee for the International Cannabis Bar Association, as well as both the Barrister's Cannabis, Alcohol and Regulated Industries committee and Intellectual Property committee for the Bar Association of San Francisco.Ms. Stitt attended U.C. Davis for her undergraduate education, earning degrees in both Religious Studies and Film Studies. She graduated from U.C. Hastings College of the Law in 2015 with a concentration in intellectual property law.             ===================================Please subscribe to be notified of the next episode release - Like & Share! You can reach out to us for all of your Cannabis PR solutions.  Check out our website for more details.           =====================================*The information provided on this website does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available on this site are for general informational purposes only.  Information on this website may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. 

In this episode we interview Chad Johnson, CEO of H!ghten Sifter, who has developed a solventless extract method for cannabis in the convenience of your own home.  The company's sifter is set to disrupt a $40-million-dollar kief industry. In just 30 seconds the H!ghten Sifter gives consumers easy access to 10x's more ready to consume kief than they are getting from their grinder today.  Kief is a hidden gem. The H!ghten Sifter is about the size of a kitchen toaster.  If you're bored with cannabis leaf or looking for something new - then this is the answer you've been looking for.  Kief can be used in many ways. You can sprinkle it into a bowl or joint, or add it when making homemade cannabutter or oil. In addition, you can press it into hash or filter it and press it into rosin.  Listen to this episode to learn more about kief and the revolutionary new sifter.To learn more about H!ghten Sifter visit their website: https://hightensifter.com/https://www.instagram.com/hightensifter/ Please subscribe to be notified of the next episode release. Like & Share - thanks!

Starting her career in the financial industry,  Tahira Rehmatullah, ended up on a mission to change the way we look at the CBD industry.   We got a chance to interview her during MJbizcon 2021 in Las Vegas.  Tahira earned her MBA from the Yale School of Management and B.S. in Finance from The Ohio State University.  Since entering cannabis in 2014, Tahira has held positions at MTech Acquisition Corp., Hypur Ventures, Marley Natural, and Privateer Holdings, and prior to that, at City First Enterprises, Perry Capital, and Ernst & Young.  Fortune Magazine has called Tahira one of the top 5 most powerful women in pot and Business Insider has deemed her one of the rising stars of the marijuana investment scene.Tahira wanted to find a way to use her expertise in finance to support a mission-oriented, social goal.  Fast forward to today and she is the Co-Founder at Commons.  Which offers a variety of CBD-based products through a network of trained coaches.   Commons is working to bring the benefits of CBD to middle America, minority groups, and people the cannabis industry has often overlooked.   Visit Commons website to learn about their CBD products and how they can help you.Connect w/ Tahira:Tahira Rehmatullah | LinkedInhttps://www.instagram.com/commons_co/Tahira (@TahiraRehm) / TwitterRemember to like, subscribe and share

If you own a cannabis based company there's a good chance you've never thought about cyber security.  In this interview with Scott Lyons, CEO & Co-founder of Red Lion, he discusses how data is the new gold.  Scott is a "white hat" hacker who is bringing cyber security to the cannabis industry.  Why does cyber security matter to cannabis companies - from the smallest operator to the largest enterprise?  Are you aware of how much data about you and your company are being leaked right now?  The cannabis industry needs to stay ahead of the hackers.   The cannabis industry is booming with new businesses being created everyday.  New businesses are ideal targets for cyberattacks due to them not being aware of potential threats and the fact it can take time before they realize they should put cyber security best practices in place.   What would be the impact to your business if a cybercriminal was able to attack successfully?A study by IBM and the Ponemon Institute determined that the average cost of a data breach exceeded $3 million. Plus, the potential to lose trade secrets, millions of dollars in lost cannabis crops, data breach of customer's sensitive information, ransomware attacks, and much more....   Check out this podcast to learn how the best practices to keep your cannabis company safe.About Red Lion:Red Lion offers a wide range of cyber security consulting services.   Visit their website for information:  www.redlion.io Red Lion - Home (facebook.com)Red Lion Twitter 

This week's Bonus episode comes straight from MJBizCon in Vegas where we caught up with exhibitors and industry specialists in the Cannabis space. After being locked away for two years, everyone was excited to reconnect and come back to start pushing forward business in Cannabis again. Our team had an unforgettable time at the event this year.  Check out this episode where we get some insights from newcomers, oldcomers and regulars alike…Information about the 2021 MJBizcon Expo:Celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2021, MJBizCon is the largest, and most anticipated event of the cannabis business year.   The event was held October 19th through 22nd. The award-winning cannabis show is held at Las Vegas Convention Center and showcases over 250,000 square feet of exhibits, 3-day conference, pre-show forums, and over 140 speakers plus extraordinary networking and partnership-building opportunities.More than 30,000 cannabis executives attended in 2021.https://www.instagram.com/mjbizdaily https://twitter.com/MJBizDailyRemember to subscribe to be notified of the next episode release.  

I didn't know much about the Waldo's before I found the 420waldos website. So this conversation kind of came to me by surprise, but learning that these group of five friends coined the term "420" was compelling enough for me to ask the questions of how, what and why they became known for this term. There have been many misconceptions, fallacies, falsehoods, and media inaccuracies about the beginnings of '420', and even about The Waldos.   Although the Waldos are still friends and still together as a group today, the backstory of The Waldos and ‘420' beginnings is a golden era we will never see the likes of again—the 1970's in Marin County, CA— San Francisco Bay Area. Check out our interview with Steve Capper + Dave ReddixWebsite:  https://420waldos.comhttps://twitter.com/420WaldosBe sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts.

The biology of cannabis began in the mid-1960s with the identification of THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol) as marijuana's main active ingredient.  But, what do we really know  more than 50 years later?  Listen to our interview with Dr. Daniela Vergara as she makes the biology of cannabis easy to understand and entertaining... Connect W/ Dr Vergara:https://www.linkedin.com/in/verdaniela/https://vergarascience.com/@CannaGenomicshttps://www.facebook.com/cannagenome/About Dr Vergara:Evolutionary biologist, data analyst,  educator, scientific writer, and public speaker. In addition to her multiple publications, she founded and directs a non-profit organization, the Agricultural Genomics Foundation (AGF; AgriculturalGenomics.org). AGF aims to make hemp and cannabinoid science available to a broad public. Vergara has been part of e scientific teams at private companies including Steep Hill, Inc. who are a global leader in agricultural testing, and the biotech company Front Range Biosciences. 

I'm sure you can agree that this interview with Russ was really awesome, scientific and energetic. We got some amazing information about isolation and extraction and really the science behind created CBD additives and more... We also talked about Russ' book Molecular Influence.Who is Russ Cersosimo? He is the go to person for launching a business - from concept to market!   In fact, Russ plays a key role in helping businesses get off the ground, brand, grow, improve processes and increase revenue.  Russ is the managing partner at Hemp Synergistics .Hemp Synergistics is a biotech company specializing in intelligent hemp ingredients and consumer products. Hemp Synergistics partners with brands and healthcare professionals to incorporate THC-free, CBD containing products into their product offering. Connect w/ Russ:https://hempsynergistics.comhttps://www.instagram.com/hempsynergistics/https://www.linkedin.com/company/hemp-synergisticsCheck Russ' Book: Molecular Influence

Many have worked very hard to decriminalize Cannabis in California.  Aide Castro, is the former Mayor of Lynwood, CA (2010 / 2016) who fought hard to bring Cannabis to the Los Angeles area.   She is also a long time cannabis advocate and entrepreneur.  In this episode we interview Aide and dive deep into her experience with all things green.  Connect with Aide:https://www.instagram.com/castroaide/https://www.aidecastro.com/about

In today's episode,  we interviewed Greg Arias and Jason Showard Co-founders of Concentrated Science in Los Angeles, California.  We discuss the science of cannabinoid extraction and the world of possibilities in Cannabis.  Concentrated Science will help your cannabis business at any stage from concept to completion.  Greg & Jason have a team of industry experts that are skilled in all aspects of extraction, post processing, and product formulation.  In this interview the duo go into detail about the science of extraction and why it actually matters what you put into your body.  There's a wide range of "quality" in the cannabis industry.  Do you know what's your products? Listen and learn about the exciting science that goes into making your favorite Cannabis & CBD products. Connect w/ Greg & Jason:www.concentratedscience.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-showard https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregory-arias

 In this episode we interview Kristen Yoder who is  a 16-year cannabis industry veteran, media personality, speaker, host of The CannaBS Detector Podcast, and the CEO of the cannabis business firm, Soil To The Oil.  In 2005, Kristen started her journey in the cannabis industry as a bud-tender in one of the first dispensaries in Venice, California.  Kristen shares how she has become a trusted authority by educating her audience when they enter the cannabis industry.  Kristen educates us on how to navigate the difficulties in the heavily regulated Cannabis industry.   You'll learn why Kristen is known as the cannabis industry's "BS Detector".   What you don't know will shock you!   Get ready for the whole truth...Connect w/ Kristen:CannaBS Detector Podcasthttps://www.soiltotheoil.com/LinkedIn: Kristen YoderInstagram: Kristen YoderFacebook: Kristen Yoder

Have you ever wondered what's actually in your weed? Today we talked to  Ben Gelt co-founder at the Cannabis Certification Council (CCC).  During our conversation Ben walked us through what certification is, what it means, how it happens, and why you should have it.  Next, Ben talked about the food + wine  industry and how that's been an example for building certifications and standard in cannabis industry. But first, let's do our product shout outs:Heirloom Pet Products -  using the highest quality, 100% organic Water Soluble Broad Spectrum Hemp in all of their fast acting pet products.  Check out their website!More information:Cannabis Certification Councilhttps://www.instagram.com/cannacertcouncil/https://twitter.com/CannaCouncil The CCC is a nonprofit standard holding body focused on providing consumer and industry education, transparency and choice in the cannabis industry. Through our #WhatsInMyWeed campaign and the Cannabis Sustainability Symposium, the Council has become a leading advocate for clean, ethical and sustainable business practices in the cannabis industry. 

We all love our pets and I've really been wanting to get a pet products company on the show. In this episode you'll hear our guests talk about using CBD for pets - helpful or is it hype? We'll also discuss the  THC "no no's" with pets.  Don't make the same mistakes I did. And, our final topic - water and oil just don't go together.  It's  im-paws-ible, Why? You'll hear the answer during our interview with CEO Jason Lyzak and Co-founder Brandi Delancey from Heirloom Pet Products.  Get comfortable and listen to this episode with your pets!  Check out Heirloom Pet Products:https://heirloompets.com/https://www.instagram.com/we.are.heirloompets/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgWyBmSqPbSp8fei9TIna3Q Heirloom Pets is backed by a team of Advisors, Veterinarians and Pet Food experts who offer best-in-class resources and guidance. 

Ryan Douglas, a master grower, is a Cannabis growth consultant who has led cannabis businesses across the world in best practices of cannabis cultivation. Our first podcast with a Master Grower, Ryan tells us about the ideal weather conditions of growing the plant, the challenges of starting a vertically integrated business along some of the nuances of growing cannabis internationally in Colombia and Australia. Let's get into the green room.Ryan's Book:From seed to success - how to launch a great cannabis business in record timeConnect with Ryan:Professional and Proven Growing Advice for Legal Cannabis Start-ups (douglascultivation.com)https://www.instagram.com/ryancultivationhttps://twitter.com/RyanCultivation

Ok I don't want to say too much about  Nikki Lawley before we jump into the interview, but this was kind of out of the normal realm of interviews for us. The reason that we wanted to talk to Nikki is because she is really a good example of why Cannabis needs to be legalized and the challenges the criminalization of cannabis has brought to people who simply need to use it as medicine, kind of a fuel for why the cannabis industry needs to move forward. Before we jump into it  we would like to give a shout out to: Vessel Brand Camino innovative cannabis confectionsNikki & the Plant Nikkiandtheplant.orgNikki is passionate and infinitely interested in the benefits of cannabis, many of which are still being researched. She is determined to help patients find access to medical cannabis products that provide them relief, in the hopes that no one has to suffer what she has.  Nikki commented, "cannabis should be offered as a treatment for TBI / Concussion symptoms"https://www.instagram.com/nikkiandtheplant/Nikki and the Plant (facebook.com)

We are joined by Jason Lammers, Vice president of the Cannabis Alliance.As you all may know Washington became the first U.S. state to legalize recreational use of marijuana in 2012 and the second to allow recreational marijuana sales. The state had previously legalized medical marijuana in 1998. Today, we are chatting with The Cannabis Alliance, the largest industry association in WA representing over 250 licensees, medical advocates, and ancillary businesses.  The Cannabis Alliance's mission as a non-profit is to tell the real story about cannabis through education, advocacy, and setting the highest possible industry standards. We want people to learn the positive impact the industry has in providing new businesses, jobs and tax income, as well as many other social benefits.  To learn more visit their website: https://thecannabisalliance.us/Connect w/ Ryan:https://thecannabisalliance.us/jason-lammers/Twitter:https://twitter.com/CannAlliance

With a background in sports marketing, Liv Nagler knew she wanted to be in an industry that was closer to her passion. In 2013, when Cannabis became legal for recreational use, Liv made the move to Seattle to pursue a career in Cannabis. She also started Liv's Leaves, an accessories line for cannabis lovers and stoners. Listen in as we talk to Liv about marketing in the Cannabis industry and consulting as a Cannabis educator.Connect w/ Liv:Pax www.LivsLeaves.comLiv's Leaves (@livsleaves) • Instagram Liv LaVonne (@livlavonne) • Instagram  Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts.

Major Bloom is one of the first  first equity businesses vertically integrated cannabis establishments in Massachusetts . With a background in sales, marketing and business, Ulysses Youngblood has committed to creating an impact-driven business in his community. He discusses how businesses should lead with diversity at the c-suite and talks about creating a funding path through sweat equity and creativity to overcome the barriers of building a business from the ground up as a person of color.Connect with Ulysses:linkedin  InstagramULYSSES YOUNGBLOOD, MBA - (ujyoungblood.com)  Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts.

If you attended any Cannabis events in early 2014 in Colorado, you may have very well attended an event put on by Jane West. Made infamous by local news channels by her very open use of Cannabis as a woman and mother, she was chosen by the spotlight to represent women in the cannabis industry. We speak with Jane about building up Women Grow into a national organization, how she addressed Cannabis with her kids, product design with Jane West and equity crowdfunding as a viable option for Cannabis startups.Connect with Jane:Jane WestShop Jane West | Facebook Jane West (@shopjanewest) • Instagram Jane West (@theJaneWest) / TwitterWomen Grow (@womengrow) / TwitterJane West (@edibleeventsco) / Twitter  Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts.

 Army combat veteran, Chef Alex Lotero, tells us how the Cannabis industry inspired him to try new ways to add flavors to his amazing cuisine. Founder and owner of Misfit Culinary Group, Chef Lotero talks about how he incorporated Haute Cuisine with his Elevated Dining experiences. Chef Lotero was adamant that he is “not a cannabis chef,” as the chef's skillful craft can not be defined by a single ingredient. Considering this Chef is working his way toward his first Michelin Stars, the cannabis industry is truly elevated by his offerings to the culture, and unique knowledge of integrating cannabis featured in his highly coveted dinner series. Connect w/ Alex:https://twitter.com/alotto86Misfit Culinary GROUP | Facebook Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts.

April Pride is a brand, design and product innovator. In 2016 she launched Van der Pop, which quickly became North America's leading cannabis lifestyle brand for women. Recognizing the specific demands of this consumer, April's emphasis on education and discretion while addressing stigma has become a benchmark in cannabis marketing. Within a year of launch, she negotiated Seattle-based Van der Pop's acquisition into the opportunity-rich Canadian cannabis market where she led the brand to its current home at Canopy Growth, the world's largest cannabis company. After serving as a brand ambassador for Canopy, in early 2019 April co-founded Of Like Minds, a mission-driven cannabis marketing brand that continues her role as an advocate for women who choose to pursue cannabis as a profession and for personal consumption. Now she is now the co-founder of The High Guide, a the source for women who want to understand the legal cannabis market and the plant's potential.Connect with April:https://www.olminds.com/the-high-guidehttp://aprilpride.com/about/https://twitter.com/april_prideThe Green Room Podcast is brought to you by www.greenseedpr.com, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech. Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts.

Casey and Dan Dalton, sibling co-founders of the socially conscious brands Evidence and Ocean Grown Extracts in Los Angeles, California - partnered with Damian Marley. The team purchased a former private prison facility in Coalinga, California where they manufacture and distribute their cannabis products.  Now, they are growing weed at a prison to help those who are in prison for growing weed. Instead of guarding incarcerated people,  former prison guards are employed to guard marijuana.  Their brand, Evidence, is selling its cannabis products in actual police evidence bags—the intent being to make the consumer aware of and uncomfortable with the injustices around the war on drugs.  Check out our latest episode!The Green Room Podcast is brought to you by Green Seed PR, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech. Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts.

We are excited to speak with Steve DeAngelo - Mr. DeAngelo has become synonymous with cannabis rights activist and advocate for cannabis reform in the United States. Mr. DeAngelo is a globally recognized cannabis leader who was dubbed “The Father of the Legal Cannabis Industry”.Our conversation dives into his passion for people, spirituality and demystifying the journey of cannabis in the United states. Mr. DeAngelo talks about how he got started from his activist family, to marching in DC and most importantly starting the Last  Prisoner Project to right the wrongs of the racist history inherent in the war on drugs.Connect with the Last Prisoner Project:https://www.lastprisonerproject.orgThe Green Room Podcast is brought to you by www.greenseedpr.com, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech. Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts.

Arby Barroso is a Co-founder of Green Roads, one of the largest and most respected manufacturers of CBD products in the country. In this interview, we talk about how he turned all his roadblocks into a multimillion dollar success starting from a car crash to incarceration to today with his role as a social and legal advocate for the cannabis industry. About Green Roads: It's so important to go with an actual CBD manufacturer like Green Roads instead of a white label brand. White labeling is when a brand buys finished products from an industrial manufacturer and simply puts their own labels on them. The vast majority of “CBD Companies” are actually white label brands. When you've got a shelf full of white labeled products, the difference between them is only label-deep. When you have an original product creator like Green Roads, the difference in quality is on a molecular level. Connect with Green Roads CBD: https://www.instagram.com/greenroads/ The Green Room Podcast is brought to you by www.greenseedpr.com, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech. Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts.

 In this episode we are interviewing Emery ‘'Wolf'' Morrison, SVP of Marketing at Camp Green Inc. Camp Green is a fully licensed and legal manufacturer and distributor of cannabis (Hellapaxx.com).  The company grows premium organic cannabis in Northern California and lab-tests all of its products in order to assure the highest possible quality.  Since its inception, the business has aimed to stand out for their dedication to quality along with a willingness to offer something more to their customers, going the extra mile to create one-of-a-kind experiences. Recently, the company set out use groundbreaking technology to revolutionize their smart packaging on their leading brand, “Pussy Riot.”  Camp Green's “Pussy Riot” brand packaging integrates smart technology and offers the customer a unique experience with content, technology, and packaging. Connect with Emery:https://www.instagram.com/priot420https://www.campgreeninc.com/https://twitter.com/dpacbaghttps://www.instagram.com/mrdeziakThe Green Room Podcast is brought to you by www.greenseedpr.com, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech.  Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts.

Keith Stroup founded the infamous cannabis litigation firm NORML (National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws) in 1970. His passion started with recreational use in law school and became a lifelong journey of activism. Even after establishing NORML as a firm that was committed to decriminalizing cannabis, his parents didn't realize the impact of his work on the basic access to a plant that has been fighting prohibition for the last 50 years. Now nearing legalization we talk about the journey of cannabis, some of his biggest cases and the challenges the industry faces as it moves into commercialization.NORML's mission is to move public opinion sufficiently to legalize the responsible use of marijuana by adults, and to serve as an advocate for consumers to assure they have access to high quality marijuana that is safe, convenient and affordable.Connect with Keith:NORML - Working to Reform Marijuana Laws Since 1970NORML (@natlnorml) • Instagram photos and videosLinkedInThe Green Room Podcast is brought to you by www.greenseedpr.com, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech.  Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts.

Marc Rodriguez is the president and co-founder of Green Leaf Payroll & Business Solutions Inc. ... Marc, with his spouse Kira, set out to build a cannabis-focused payroll and HR outsourcing organization in a fully transparent way. Connect with Marc:Green Leaf Business Solutions (@greenleafbusinesssolutions) • Instagram photos and videosGreen Leaf Business Solutions | FacebookThe Green Room Podcast is brought to you by www.greenseedpr.com, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech. Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts.

Daniel George started Simply High Extracts in 2017 as his father battled Leukemia which continues to be the inspiration for his growing business. Brought up South Central LA, Daniel has become a leader in his community. We discuss greater education and awareness around cannabis products, the barriers to entry and the social challenges of creating equity. As an athlete, scientist, advocate and brother we uncovered that there is much more than meets the eye in Daniel's story.Connect with Daniel: @simplyhighceo@simplyhighextractsThe Green Room Podcast is brought to you by www.greenseedpr.com, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech. Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts.  

 Guy Rocourt joins us to talk about his early days of enjoying cannabis as a teen, how he planted the seed of becoming an extraction expert, and his time advocating Cannabis will Montell Williams. Guy is focused on providing wellness education and opportunities throughout the Cannabis industry. Guy is the Co-founder and Chief Product Officer of Papa & Barkley, the preeminent California cannabis wellness brand. Connect with Guy:https://www.instagram.com/guyrocourt https://www.instagram.com/papaandbarkleyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-rocourt-3144aa9The Green Room Podcast is brought to you by www.greenseedpr.com, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech. Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts.

We all know when pets aren't feeling just right and many pets that have been adopted or rescued have traumas that they can't get over. While it's hard for the untrained eye to figure out what's going on with our pets, we are lucky to have Veterinarians like Elena Battaglia to understand natural ways to treat our pets. Elena will be discussing how to determine how, when and why we should be incorporating Cannabis into the treatment of our favorite friends.Connect with Dr. Elana Battagliahttps://www.facebook.com/Studio-Veterinario-Dr-Elena-Battaglia-375358355890724/ The Green Room Podcast is brought to you by www.greenseedpr.com, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech. Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts.

The banking industry has been notoriously difficult to break through for the Cannabis industry. In this discussion with Steven Kemmerling we will find out more on how  financial institutions can more effectively identify, manage and monitor cannabis-related relationships and how cannabis companies can ensure they are taking the correct measures so that banks look at them more seriously.Connect with CRB Monitor:https://www.crbmonitor.comCRB Monitor | LinkedInCRB Monitor provides the most comprehensive and detailed platform covering cannabis industry participants in a standardized, categorized and centralized cloud-based database.The Green Room Podcast is brought to you by www.greenseedpr.com, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech. Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts.

In this episode we zoom in on a legend in the making, Julian Marley, we get to discuss everything from his childhood growing up in the Marley family, how Cannabis is a healing part of the Rastafarian lifestyle and how and why Julian decided to go into the business creating JuJu Royal. Join us for this very special interview with the Grammy-nominated musician, Julian Marley.Connect w/ JuJu Royal:Julian Marley JuJu Royal - Taste the Wellness.JUJU ROYAL - Wellness Products is on Instagram • 444 posts on their profileJujuRoyalBrand - YouTubeJulian Marley, son of the iconic Bob Marley, is a true representation of of Rasta.  Julian conveys his message of cannabis legalization, wellness, and love through his music and the JuJu Brand. The Green Room Podcast is brought to you by www.greenseedpr.com, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech. Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts.

The Cannabis industry is heavily undercapitalized, but the trick is to know the ins and outs. In this conversation with Paul Vancea, he will uncover some ways to access capital and grow your business.The Green Room Podcast is brought to you by www.greenseedpr.com, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech. Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts. 

In 2016, while in Law school, Shalina Pannu started “Shal we toke” a website to share her extensive knowledge, passion, and love for cannabis with the world.” Now as an attorney in the State of California and her chief focus is in Cannabis Law. In our discussion, we'll speak with Shalina about how she got into Cannabis, why she chose Cannabis law and what companies, entrepreneurs and startups should be watching out for from a legal perspective as the industry shifts into the mainstream.Connect w/ Shalina:https://www.shalwetoke.com/https://www.instagram.com/shalwetoke/?hl=enThe Green Room Podcast is brought to you by www.greenseedpr.com, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech. Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts. 

It hasn't been a long journey, but it has definitely been a challenging one for Elad Barak, who is the co-founder and CEO of Voyager. He has been fundraising in the year of the Pandemic for his patent-pending technology that accurately measures and dispenses water soluble cannabis oils. A game changer in the making, Elad is based in Toronto and is piloting Voyager with dispensaries in Canada before he launches across North America. but his  first hurdle is to close this fundraising round. In this conversation, we'll be discussing how Elad jumped into the Canna industry after a successful career as a robotics and systems engineer. A diverse background, other jobs and the challenges he has faceding as he pushes his innovative dosing technology forward in an industry full of gatekeepers and hold-ups and oh yeah...COVID 19.Connect with Elad: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/eladbarak https://www.voyagerproducts.ca/ The Green Room Podcast is brought to you by www.greenseedpr.com, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech. Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts. 

 As a daily cannabis user since 25, Sean Santa was passionate about cannabis as an industry and saw an opportunity to work in, when cannabis was legalized in Maryland. In our discussion we'll talk about the major barriers to entry in the Cannabis market and what startups and entrepreneurs can do to get their foot in the door. Connect with Sean: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-santa-123b6614b The Green Room Podcast is brought to you by www.greenseedpr.com, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech. Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts. 

An ICU nurse by trade, Soraia Tomas found cannabis to help her father who was diagnosed with cancer. Unfortunately, places like Portugal have had little to no access to legal Cannabis. We'll speak with Soraia about the current state of Cannabis in Portugal, their lack of access and why Cannabis needs to be better regulated on an International level so more patients can have access to safe Cannabis options worldwide.The Green Room Podcast is brought to you by www.greenseedpr.com, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech.  Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts.Connect with Soraia:https://www.linkedin.com/in/soraiatomas

Former Cage Fighter and truth bomber and controversy guy, Brett Puffenbarger became the CEO and co-founder of Good High Ideas...wait for it.. In January 2021. We are going to talk about what got him into the Cannabis industry, what he's doing and why he's stirring up the industry conversations on Linkedin.The Green Room Podcast is brought to you by www.greenseedpr.com, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech.  Be sure to subscribe to be notified of new podcasts.Connect With Brett:Cannabis | Brett PuffenbargerProfile / Twitter

A chemist by profession, Lo Friesen started paring science and Cannabis back in 2015. She started working for an extraction company to learn the ropes and now is CEO of Heylo Cannabis, a company that is focused on how the chemistry of Cannabis interacts with the individual. In our conversation we discuss the different effects you can get from a chemical and biochemical level,  the industry of cannabis and how its changing fast.The Green Room Podcast is brought to you by www.greenseedpr.com, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech.Connect with Lo:InstagramLo Friesen | Heylo Cannabis TeamLo and the Heylo team are committed to education and facilitate community engagement by hosting educational events, a concert series, public tours, American Chemical Society meetings, CANN-STEM events, and Heylo Sessions events. 

If you look at his bio, James Choe, has a long background of representing athletes and entertainers, but more than that he's always had a passion and eye for design and storytelling, which he brought to Vessel as Founder and CEO in 2017. After working for big agencies and a glimmer of light for the cannabis industry, James decided to dive into building a brand that could exemplify his mission and values. In our discussion, we discuss the first Vessel product and where Vessel is today, how it will grow with further adoption of the Cannabis industry and what's in store for all of us in the future.The Green Room Podcast is brought to you by www.greenseedpr.com, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech.Connect with James:Twitter: @JamesCChoeVessel Brand - Vaping Products

I love food so I was supremely excited to chat with this lovely Canadian Cannabis Chef Necole Hines and talk about her journey into the culinary arts and even more so into Cannabis. We'll follow her journey as the host of the faded living & friends podcast and why she's using food as a platform to normalize adult cannabis use.The Green Room Podcast is brought to you by www.greenseedpr.com, a PR agency focused on Cannabis and GreenTech.Follow Necole:@fadedliving 

Have you ever bought CANNABIS that crumbles in your hand? Or maybe you find some mold on your smokable HEMP? That's where Jonathan Schwartz saves the day. Jon works with Growers, Brands and Operators by providing a TERPENE SHIELD