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Join us on an insightful journey as we delve into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its immense potential for the cannabis industry.We'll explore various aspects of AI implementation in the cannabis sector providing insights, and strategies to harness the power of AI effectively.This podcast should empower cannabis CEOs, aiming to empower them with the knowledge and strategies to leverage AI for business growth and success.Tune in to transform your cannabis business, drive growth, and succeed in the dynamic landscape of the cannabis industry with Artificial Intelligence.Summary:00:00 - intro00:33 - Challenges in 202302:22 - AI opportunities08:03 -  AI Efficiencies10:58 - Improving Custom Experience13:37 - AI Decision Making Tools17:17 - Using Data from AI19:38 - Tailoring AI for Product Development23:39 - Inventory Management using AI26:42 - Automated Compliance29:43 - Ethics & AI31:47 - Mentorship & Ai Masterminds35:21 - OutroPatrick Rea:Prior to Poseidon, Patrick founded CanopyBoulder and was CEO for over 6 years. Leading the cannabis industry's top business accelerator, Patrick raised and managed five funds and led investments in 115 companies.Poseidon:Poseidon Asset Management is a venture capital firm that was founded in 2013 by Emily and Morgan Paxhia investing in cannabis and hemp companies.Guest:Patrick Rea, Managing Director at Poseidon Garden Ventureshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/reapatrick/Host:Josh Kincaid, Capital Markets Analyst & host of your cannabis business podcast.https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkincaid/Episode 1149 The #TalkingHedge...Covering cannabis business news, interviews, investments, events, and more.https://www.theTalkingHedgepodcast.com

Patrick Rea, founder of Canopy Boulder, has led 130 investments since 2015. He believes business can be the greatest agent of social change. Hear his story about from college soccer player to leading cannabis investor. Patrick joined Poseidon Garden Ventures as Managing Director. https://twitter.com/patrickrea

Tune in to E.155 ft. Patrick Rea, Managing Director at Poseidon. Prior to his role at Poseidon, Patrick founded and was the CEO of CanopyBoulder for 6 years. During his time at Canopy Patrick raised and managed five funds and led investments for 115 companies in the cannabis industry. Today, Patrick works with Poseidon Asset Management, which was started in 2013 making their first fund one of the longest running dedicated cannabis investment funds. Patrick discusses how he got started in the cannabis industry and more on the work he's done with CanopyBoulder. CanopyBoulder has invested in many of the companies we've had on the show, so it was fun to chat with someone who was inherently involved in the early years of their successes. We had a detailed conversation about investing in cannabis, what types of companies Poseidon invests in and what opportunities their firm is looking for in the future. Patrick provides his thoughts on federal legalization and what impact that may or may not have on both investors and entrepreneurs in the space. Patrick finishes the show offering some good advice to young entrepreneurs looking to enter the industry! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lit-and-lucid/support

“We've seen brands who, you know, maybe they have great products, but they have really inauthentic marketing, and that hurts them. And I think that authenticity, the understanding of your core values, your mission statement, your North Star, the why you do what you do, people want to support that.” - Lisa BuffoIn this episode, Shayda Torabi welcomes Lisa Buffo of Cannabis Marketing Association. She discusses what it takes to determine the best practices industry marketers should implement. With the dizzying laws, policies, and loopholes determining the cannabis marketing playbook, it all boils down to identifying your niche and figuring out alternative marketing efforts. [00:01 – 09:19] Shayda shares her South by Southwest Experience[09:20– 18:48] Lisa Buffo on Diving in Headfirst into Marketing and Exploring Cannabis[18:49 – 33:45] Best Practices for Industry Marketers by Understanding the Community[33:46 – 57:45] The Playbook of Laws and Policies on Cannabis Marketing and Censorship[57:46 – 01:14:13] Plausible Execution through Alternative Marketing Efforts[01:14:14 – 1:15:26] Food for Thought: How do you figure out your niche? Who do you market to? Lisa Buffo is a marketer and entrepreneur with a passion for launching companies with experience in both the cannabis and technology industries. Lisa is the Founder & CEO of the Cannabis Marketing Association. CMA has hosted over 100+ educational events nationwide bringing together the cannabis marketing community. Lisa has been quoted in Forbes, The Guardian, VICE, Denver Business Journal, The Boulder Daily Camera, Marijuana News Network, Cannabis Culture Magazine, and other national, local, and trade publications.  Lisa helped launch 10 cannabis startups for CanopyBoulder. Lisa also launched the industry's first online wholesale brokerage as their CMO, garnering national coverage in VICE and INC Magazine and becoming the first cannabis-related company to present at SXSW in Austin, TX. Lisa is the Founder & Co-Chair of the National Cannabis Industry Association's Marketing & Advertising Committee where she co-authored the Public Relations Crisis Manual and the Short Guide to Colorado's Marketing & Advertising Regulations. Lisa is an active speaker and has spoken at WomenGrow, NCIA, and CMA events.Connect with Lisa Visit https://thecannabismarketingassociation.com/ and follow her on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn @cannamarketing Shayda Torabi has been called one of the most influential Women in WordPress and now she's one of the women leading the cannabis reformation conversation building one of Texas' premier CBD brands. She's currently the CEO and Co-Founder of RESTART CBD, a female-run education first CBD wellness brand. And has formerly held marketing positions at WP Engine and WebDevStudios. Shayda is the host of a podcast for cannabis marketers called To Be Blunt, where she interviews top cannabis brands on their most successful marketing initiatives. When Shayda's not building her cannabiz in Texas, you can find her on the road exploring the best hikes and spots for vegan ice cream. Follow Shayda at @theshaydatorabiKey Quote:“We do need to be authentic, we do need to be inclusive…bringing that positive perception to the plant and, I say, authentic understanding of the consumer because there's no right or wrong way to be a cannabis consumer.” - Lisa BuffoSPONSORSHIP is brought to you by Restart CBD. Check them out for your CBD needsLEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to join me for episodes featuring some serious RESTART CBD RESTART CBD is an education first CBD wellness brand shipping nationwide. restartcbd.com

When marketing maven Lisa Buffo broke into the marijuana industry in 2014, she had lots of questions concerning compliance, regulations and other issues, but there was no place for a cannabis marketing professional to find an answer. So she created that place herself, nurturing a series of marijuana marketing meetings that became the Cannabis Marketing Association. Today, the organization has nine “communities” across the nation and a growing membership. In this episode of Seed to CEO, Lisa shares: How she identified the need for a marketing association and how what she did can be used as a model for other professional groups. How her event-driven cannabis industry adapted during the COVID-19 pandemic. How to strategically scale an organization such as the CMA even as new markets are still getting off the ground. Why marketing really matters in cannabis. Who is Lisa Buffo? While Lisa's focus these days is on marketing, she has broad experience in multiple sectors, having worked with several business incubators, including as a program associate at Canopy Boulder, where she helped launch its first class of startups. She is also founder and co-chair of the Marketing & Advertising Committee at the National Cannabis Industry Association and speaks extensively about marijuana in the media and public forums. Before cannabis, Lisa worked for Bizdom and LaunchHouse, technology business accelerators in Cleveland and helped bring more than two dozen software startups to market.    

When marketing maven Lisa Buffo broke into the marijuana industry in 2014, she had lots of questions concerning compliance, regulations and other issues, but there was no place for a cannabis marketing professional to find an answer. So she created that place herself, nurturing a series of marijuana marketing meetings that became the Cannabis Marketing Association. Today, the organization has nine “communities” across the nation and a growing membership. In this episode of Seed to CEO, Lisa shares: How she identified the need for a marketing association and how what she did can be used as a model for other professional groups. How her event-driven cannabis industry adapted during the COVID-19 pandemic. How to strategically scale an organization such as the CMA even as new markets are still getting off the ground. Why marketing really matters in cannabis. Who is Lisa Buffo? While Lisa's focus these days is on marketing, she has broad experience in multiple sectors, having worked with several business incubators, including as a program associate at Canopy Boulder, where she helped launch its first class of startups. She is also founder and co-chair of the Marketing & Advertising Committee at the National Cannabis Industry Association and speaks extensively about marijuana in the media and public forums. Before cannabis, Lisa worked for Bizdom and LaunchHouse, technology business accelerators in Cleveland and helped bring more than two dozen software startups to market.    

MJ UNPACKED: Oct. 21 – 22, 2021 at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, Las Vegas Summary: *George Jage on starting Jage Media & the secret to successful trade shows *Launching a business during the pandemic *Pot stocks underperformance, cannabis investing & deal flow *Do brands matter? What do cannabis brands need? *Dope Magazine's acquisition by High Times *MJ UNPACKED: Oct. 21 – 22, 2021 at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, Las Vegas With 28 years of trade show leadership experience, George Jage was named “Tradeshow Elite” by Tradeshow Executive and named the “Next Generation of Leaders” by Tradeshow Week Magazine. Founded by George Jage, former president of MJBizDaily/ MJBizCon and CEO of Dope Media- Jage Media launched in early 2020 with a veteran team of cannabis investors, including: BDSA; CanopyBoulder; Panther Opportunity Fund; and cannabis industry veterans. Premiering alongside MJBizCon, MJ Unpacked will be in-person & exclusive to cannabis CPG brands, retailers, and accredited investors. It is the first cannabis CPG trade event that is designed to both drive commerce and integrate access to capital. Attendees will gain specialized insights, have access to capital and collaborate with other retailers, investors and brands across the country. Video Contents: 00:00 - intro 00:26 - starting Jage Media 04:50 - secret to successful events 07:41 - launching a company during the pandemic 12:45 - In-person events & FOMO 15:28 - OG trade shows VS now 19:04 - Pandemic's impact on events 23:43 - Tech-enabled booths with QR codes 26:23 - MJ Unpack's revenue model 29:26 - cannabis investing & deal flow 35:12 - Pot stocks underperformance 37:42 - Infused beverages with Federal legalization 38:16 - Do brands matter? 41:28 - What do cannabis brands need? 44:47 - criminal justice reform 49:19 - Federal legalization crystal ball 51:49 - Raising capital & biggest revenue drivers 55:44 - Dope Magazine's acquisition by High Times 51:29 - Strategic partnerships with Apex‘s Wholesale Cannabis Platform 01:02:22 - last words 01:03:33 - outro Guest: George Jage CEO of Jage Media, producers of MJ Unpacked https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgejage Host: Josh Kincaid, Capital Markets Analyst & host of your cannabis business podcast. https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkincaid/ Episode 782 The Talking Hedge: Your Cannabis Business Podcast. ​Covering cannabis products, reviews, business news, interviews, investments, events, and more. https://www.theTalkingHedgepodcast.com Music Info: Song: Dark Trap Beats Hard Rap Instrumental | Gang | 2018Artist: LuxrayBeats Keywords: Hemp News, Weed News, Cannabis News, Marijuana News, Cannabis Business, Marijuana Business, Cannabis Industry News, Marijuana Industry News, Weed News 420, Talking Hedge Podcast, Cannabis Podcast, Marijuana Podcast, Business Podcast, CBD podcast, THC podcast, Cannabis Pitch Deck, Marijuana Pitch Deck, Marijuana Investment Deck, Cannabis Investment Deck, Cannabis Compliance, Cannabis Data, Cannabis Banking, Cannabis Investment, Pot Stocks, Cannabis Stocks, Weed Stocks, Marijuana Stocks, Cannabis Data, Marijuana Data, Cannabis Analytics, Marijuana Analytics, Cannabis Sales Data, Marijuana Sales Data Josh is not an investment adviser. The Talking Hedge is long gold and silver. Listeners should always speak to their personal financial advisers. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkinghedge/support

MJ UNPACKED: Oct. 21 – 22, 2021 at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, Las Vegas Summary: *George Jage on starting Jage Media & the secret to successful trade shows *Launching a business during the pandemic *Pot stocks underperformance, cannabis investing & deal flow *Do brands matter? What do cannabis brands need? *Dope Magazine's acquisition by High Times *MJ UNPACKED: Oct. 21 – 22, 2021 at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, Las Vegas With 28 years of trade show leadership experience, George Jage was named “Tradeshow Elite” by Tradeshow Executive and named the “Next Generation of Leaders” by Tradeshow Week Magazine. Founded by George Jage, former president of MJBizDaily/ MJBizCon and CEO of Dope Media- Jage Media launched in early 2020 with a veteran team of cannabis investors, including: BDSA; CanopyBoulder; Panther Opportunity Fund; and cannabis industry veterans. Premiering alongside MJBizCon, MJ Unpacked will be in-person & exclusive to cannabis CPG brands, retailers, and accredited investors. It is the first cannabis CPG trade event that is designed to both drive commerce and integrate access to capital. Attendees will gain specialized insights, have access to capital and collaborate with other retailers, investors and brands across the country. Video Contents: 00:00 - intro 00:26 - starting Jage Media 04:50 - secret to successful events 07:41 - launching a company during the pandemic 12:45 - In-person events & FOMO 15:28 - OG trade shows VS now 19:04 - Pandemic's impact on events 23:43 - Tech-enabled booths with QR codes 26:23 - MJ Unpack's revenue model 29:26 - cannabis investing & deal flow 35:12 - Pot stocks underperformance 37:42 - Infused beverages with Federal legalization 38:16 - Do brands matter? 41:28 - What do cannabis brands need? 44:47 - criminal justice reform 49:19 - Federal legalization crystal ball 51:49 - Raising capital & biggest revenue drivers 55:44 - Dope Magazine's acquisition by High Times 51:29 - Strategic partnerships with Apex‘s Wholesale Cannabis Platform 01:02:22 - last words 01:03:33 - outro Guest: George Jage CEO of Jage Media, producers of MJ Unpacked https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgejage Host: Josh Kincaid, Capital Markets Analyst & host of your cannabis business podcast. https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkincaid/ Episode 782 The Talking Hedge: Your Cannabis Business Podcast. ​Covering cannabis products, reviews, business news, interviews, investments, events, and more. https://www.theTalkingHedgepodcast.com Music Info: Song: Dark Trap Beats Hard Rap Instrumental | Gang | 2018Artist: LuxrayBeats Keywords: Hemp News, Weed News, Cannabis News, Marijuana News, Cannabis Business, Marijuana Business, Cannabis Industry News, Marijuana Industry News, Weed News 420, Talking Hedge Podcast, Cannabis Podcast, Marijuana Podcast, Business Podcast, CBD podcast, THC podcast, Cannabis Pitch Deck, Marijuana Pitch Deck, Marijuana Investment Deck, Cannabis Investment Deck, Cannabis Compliance, Cannabis Data, Cannabis Banking, Cannabis Investment, Pot Stocks, Cannabis Stocks, Weed Stocks, Marijuana Stocks, Cannabis Data, Marijuana Data, Cannabis Analytics, Marijuana Analytics, Cannabis Sales Data, Marijuana Sales Data Josh is not an investment adviser. The Talking Hedge is long gold and silver. Listeners should always speak to their personal financial advisers.

Your host, Carol Schultz, talks with Patrick Rea of Canopy Boulder, a business accelerator in Boulder, Colorado. Canopy Boulder has already invested in one hundred and thirty small businesses within the cannabis industry. To learn more, visit https://www.canopyboulder.com/ (https://www.canopyboulder.com/) You can find more information and all episodes at https://verticalelevation.com/podcast/ (verticalelevation.com/podcast) and you can find Carol on Twitter https://twitter.com/CarolBSchultz (@carolbschultz).

One of the hardest things for driven people to do, is to learn when to adapt and persevere and when to move on. Today's guest shares a few stories about how he learned those lessons. As a young kid, he found an early passion for Soccer. It wasn't tallent alone though, he put in the work; hours on the field in practice. Through the sport, he learned a lot about himself; he liked to see and understand the big picture. The perfect spot to get that view was Goalie! That dedication and commitment eventually turned into Olympic prep, which further led to an invite to the Ivy League to play at Brown! On Senior day, his parents drove 14 hours to see their son play; only to see him on the bench, in favor of a younger, taller, Freshman Goalie. He was gutted. Contemplating leaving the team, he reached out to an athlete friend for guidance; the advice was simple, talk to the coach, see what he could do, needed to do, to be on and in the team. Received well, he followed that guidance, did his part, and was eventually rewarded with opportunity when the team needed him. A number of years into professional life, working in the natural products industry, he was given a huge promotion from managing 1 line of business to 15. The workload was crushing. Days stretched into weeks, and into months. He came home every night drained. It was literally killing him. With a Mortgage, Wife, and two daughters, a driven person doesn't just quit, but, as he noted, "If you can't take care of yourself, you can't take care of anyone else". For him and his family, he needed to find the right vein for him. With a background in startups, investing and mentoring, a slight pivot from Natural Supplements to the nascent Cannabis Industry was his next eon. With the synergies and success that followed, it proved to be the correct choice with the huge impact his company has had on the Cannabis Industry. Please enjoy the Founders Journey of Patrick Rea, Co-Founder of CanopyBoulder. Professional Summary: In 2013, Patrick founded CanopyBoulder, a seed-stage, mentorship-driven business accelerator and investment fund focused on data, fintech, software, and IoT in the cannabis industry as well as hemp/CBD businesses. At CanopyBoulder, Patrick raised five accelerator funds and invested in 115 companies in the cannabis industry. Prior to CanopyBoulder, Patrick spent 15 years in the natural products industry in roles including M&A, strategic management consulting, venture finance, B2B media, e-commerce, CEO coaching, and entrepreneur mentorship.    For five years, Patrick was a consistent presence on The Arcview Group's selection committee and in 2014 acted as Executive Editor for ArcView's State of the Legal Marijuana Market report.  He frequently runs panels at industry events, and has served as a judge for multiple Marijuana Business Conference & Expo Pitch Slams. Patrick graduated with two degrees from Brown University where he played Division I soccer,  and resides in Boulder, Colorado with his wife and two daughters. Patrick embraces all that Colorado has to offer to build relationships with his investors and portfolio CEOs, often inviting them to join him trail running, hiking, mountain biking, and snowboarding in the foothills outside of Boulder. Company Summary: CanopyBoulder is the leading business accelerator in the cannabis industry. Founded in 2013, CanopyBoulder supports seed-stage cannabis startups through investment and a structured business accelerator program. Since its founding, CanopyBoulder has invested in 115 startups, launching companies like BDSA, Wurk, Front Range Biosciences, HappyCabbage and PotGuide into the cannabis industry. Show Notes: https://www.techstars.com/accelerators/boulder (Techstars Boulder Accelerator) https://www.linkedin.com/in/troy-dayton-850a0a21/ (Troy Dayton), Founder, https://arcviewgroup.com/ (The Arcview Group) https://www.poseidonassetmanagement.com/fund-three-garden-fund... Support this podcast

Cannabis markets continue to evolve quickly around the world. With the hemp market and federal legalization on the horizon, the big changes will keep coming. Our guest, Patrick Rea, has invested in over 115 cannabis companies. He is the Founder of Canopy Boulder and now Managing Director of the recently launched Poseidon Garden Fund, now accepting accredited investors. P.S. World's Best Search Engine for Video Cannabis Education = PeriodicSearch.com Send us a message using “Contact Us” Button on the Periodic Search homepage. Schedule 1-on-1 call w/ Wayne (Office Hours, Fri 2-4pm PST) *read details for 1-on-1 calls in this calendar link

Some investors are seeing big opportunities in post-seed stage investing. Here to tell us about it is Patrick Rea of the Poseidon Garden Fund.  Learn more at https://www.poseidonassetmanagement.com Key Takeaways: [00:44] An inside look at the Poseidon Garden Fund, a $50 million fund supporting post-seed stage cannabis businesses [1:39] Patrick’s background in cannabis, including his popular business-accelerator and venture capital fund, CanopyBoulder [2:49] The current cannabis investing landscape and Patrick’s advice to investors looking to enter the space [7:02] The benefits of post-seed stage investing versus earlier stages [10:08] How the Poseidon Garden Fund helps springboard companies through its mastermind groups and large network of industry leaders [13:53] The Garden Fund’s process for follow-on investments [15:08] Parallels between the cannabis and supplements industries, including a new trend in product technology [16:40] The Garden Fund investments Patrick is most excited about right now [21:19] Patrick’s advice to entrepreneurs on the dos and don’ts of pitching your company

Rachel and Karina Perez Marconi, the founder of the CBD skincare line Antedotum talk about Antedotum's mission, the science behind CBD, being a woman in business, what Antedotum is doing to create a inclusive, diverse brand and much more. As a former Chanel executive, Karina drew upon the confluence of nature and luxury from her home in Aspen, Colorado, as inspiration for founding Antedotum in 2019. Under Karina's leadership, Antedotum was selected from hundreds of companies to attend the Canopy Boulder accelerator program for CBD and Cannabis companies, and the brand has received international recognition for product efficacy. Check out our Instagram @girl.govpodcast for a giveaway!Host: Rachel CoxGuest: Karina Perez MarconiAntedotum: https://antedotum.com/ (use code CBD20 for 20% off your purchase)Producer: Alana FinemanIntro/Outro beat: Cocktail by Major Tweaks

In our first "Industry Spotlight" episode, Big John and Amanda sit down with leaders from the world of Cannabis to learn more about their business with the hopes of building bigger and better experiential campaigns. Our panel of experts include: Patrick Rea- Co-Founder and Managing Director of CanopyBoulder, a seed-stage, mentorship-driven business accelerator for the cannabis industry. CanopyBoulder has raised 5 funds and invested in 115 companies since 2014. Kate Lavin- Editor at Marijuana Business Magazine, publication covering the legal cannabis industry in the U.S. and globally. Prior to MJ Biz Daily, Kate spent 10 years covering the Wine industry as managing editor for Wines Vines Analytics. John Lynch- Founder of TradeCraft Original, a Cannabis Consulting agency and Head of Business Development at Omura a Cannabis Vaporizer that uses flower cartridges. Max Lenderman- Former founder and CCO of School, a purpose-centric creative consultancy that had experiential at its core (and part of holding company Project Worldwide). Sit down and relax as we turn a spotlight on this new and exciting world of Cannabis. Enjoy!

Keegan Peterson is Founder and CEO of Würk, the leading human capital management company for the cannabis industry. Keegan founded Wurk in 2015 after recognizing that cannabis businesses didn’t have access to the same scalable HR technology solutions as mainstream companies. Cannabis companies were repeatedly being dropped by workforce management vendors and Keegan saw the opportunity to build an HR and Payroll platform specifically to serve the rapidly growing cannabis industry. Under his leadership, Wurk now serves hundreds of clients across 33 states, including some of the largest publicly traded cannabis corporations in the nation. Würk now pays one in ten employees in the cannabis industry. Prior to founding Wurk, Keegan spent over a decade working for high-growth HR technology companies, developing a deep understanding of how to build and scale software solutions that automate critical HR functions of business operations. Keegan is active in lifting up other entrepreneurs in the cannabis space. He is a mentor at Canopy Boulder and Canopy San Diego, a mentorship-driven, early-stage investment program for startups in the cannabis industry, with a focus on ancillary products and services. Keegan is an outspoken public advocate and thought leader for the cannabis industry and is associate producer on the 2018 documentary Weed The People, which aims to educate mainstream audiences about medical cannabis as a human rights issue.

Winning the right investment can feel like an uphill battle for ancillary cannabis businesses. So why not take a clue from one of the best? Canopy Boulder's Celia Daly joins RJ Falcioni to discuss investing in ancillary companies, cannabis tech and more. Expect exclusive info and useful insights on how investors put stock in ancillary cannabis businesses today.

Bob and Eric sit down with founder and CEO of anna, Matt Frost to discuss how automation is bringing the cannabis retail experience into the 21st century, his experience in the accelerator program of CanopyBoulder, and the rewards and life lessons that have come from taking the path less traveled of entrepreneurship.   Hoban Law Group created The Hoban Minute to get closer to our network, highlight the many voices that make up this multifaceted global industry and provide a broader perspective on cannabis, hemp, and marijuana international markets.    Contact Hoban Law Group for all your cannabusiness legal needs.

Bob and Eric sit down with Co-Founder and CEO of Canopy Boulder, Patrick Rea to discuss what's happening in the world of cannabis investment, critical advice for entrepreneurs and investors entering the space, and why Fortune 500 companies are largely still on the sidelines.  Hoban Law Group created The Hoban Minute to get closer to our network, highlight the many voices that make up this multifaceted global industry and provide a broader perspective on cannabis, hemp, and marijuana international markets.   Contact Hoban Law Group for all your cannabusiness legal needs.

For many business owners, Payroll & Benefits management are a common core part of starting a business. Employees & Taxes need to be paid, laws need to be followed; those are the basics. There are any number of vendors offering those services who will come knocking at your door the moment you register a new business. That's just not the case in the Cannabis Industry. A chance encounter on a Southwest Flight led today's guest to ring up a friend running a successful dispensary, only to find they'd been dropped by 6 payroll companies to service their 100 employees. Layer on complex legal structures, regulations, and tax codes. These are the seeds of what is an especially big problem for the Cannabis industry this is. It takes a special kinda person to want to start a company to solve those problems. Please enjoy the Founder's Journey of Wurk Founder & CEO, Keegan Peterson. Corporate Summary: Wurk exists to help underserved businesses fortify, comply, and thrive in the face of uncertain regulatory environments. Designed specifically for the cannabis industry, our platform and managed services, allows employers to protect and streamline their operations, while providing an environment where people are a priority every step of the way. The intuitive solution automates the most complicated and risk-prone processes associated with Human Resources. For more information visit enjoywurk.com.  Wurk currently provides services to over 400 licensees in 33 legal cannabis states. Since the inception of the company, Wurk has paid over 60,000 employees. Show Notes: Kevin Frender: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mtinlin1/ Matt Tinlan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mtinlin1/ Deirdre Gordon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deirdraogorman/ Burning Man: https://burningman.org/ Canopy Boulder: https://twitter.com/CanopyBoulder Patrick Grey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reapatrick/ Mika Tapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mtapman/ Arcview: https://arcviewgroup.com/ Weed the People: https://www.netflix.com/title/81016247 Riki Lake: https://twitter.com/RickiLake  Mara Gordon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maragordon/ Founders: Elon Muck: https://twitter.com/elonmus Jack Dorsey: https://twitter.com/jack Aron Ain: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aronain/ Howard Schnellenberger (Football coach): http://www.howardschnellenberger.com/ Keegan Peterson, CEO & Founder, Wurk https://www.linkedin.com/in/keeganpeterson/ https://www.enjoywurk.com/ https://www.facebook.com/enjoywurk https://www.instagram.com/enjoywurk/ Brian Weber, Host, Lit Up: A Founder's Journey linkedin.com/in/briancweber/ www.litupfounders.com www.facebook.com/LitUpFounders/ www.instagram.com/LitUpFounders/ www.twitter.com/LitUpFounders www.linkedin.com/company/litupmedia/ Listen to the episode here or on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, iHeartRadio or RSS to your favorite podcast app.

Liz Kost of Fog & Tree was introduced to The Canna Mom Show by her sister Catherine who discovered The Canna Mom Show and thought her sister would make a great guest. And she was right.Liz Kost has been working in the California cannabis industry since 2015 when she ran a design studio for multiple cannabis companies, many of them family run with women leading the way. She is now starting up her own cannabis business with her husband. Liz's business is called Fog & Tree and they create all-natural, experiential products infused with beneficial cannabis essential oils. Cannabis plants, unlike the essential oils of other flora, have over 140 unique terpenes that vary with strains, which makes cannabis essential oils perfect for creating experiences that heighten the aromatherapy experience. And since Liz started as a cannabis packaging designer, her products not only smell great, they look beautiful too. Liz Kost is a proud cannabis entrepreneur who was selected from over three hundred applicants to be one of only ten finalist enrolled in an Canopy Boulder Accelerator Program for cannabis ancillary and CBD business. And, she was supposed to appear on the Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch show this spring.On today's show we are talking terpenes, raising capital (as a woman), California cannabis and canna friendly mommy groups, and how Covid 19 is impacting the cannabis industry.Topics Discussed:Liz Kost Introduction [1:30]Corona Virus Check-In [3:20]Check-In with Dave Yas of Pod617 [4:20]Liz's Canna Business Story [4:40]From Alcohol to Cannabis [6:00]The Importance of Resilience [6:45]Mommy Playgroups: Alcohol vs. Cannabis [6:55]Cannabis and CBD Business Complications [10:00]CA vs. MA Municipalities and Cannabis [11:00]Cannabis is Essential [11:55]But What About the Banking? [12:21]Rebuilding America with Cannabis [12:40]Cannabis Businesses Don't Qualify For Disaster Loans [13:20]Patrick Ria and Canopy Boulder [14:00]What Makes Fog & Tree Special [15:30]Funny Discussion About Cannabis Scents [16:50]Terpines Explained [17:20]Broad Spectrum Aromatherapy [17:52]Experiential Scents, Hiking in the Red Woods [18:20]Feminized Release Mother's Day [18:30]A California Road Trip Hair Mask [18:55]Magical Terpines [19:00]The Future of Fog & Tree [20:30]Direct To Consumer Marketing and Building Our Tribes [21:12]A Catholic Priest, A Jewish Rabbi and A Muslim Cleric [22:07]What Will We All Reconsider? [22:20]How To Use A Beard Mask [23:20]Fundraising Questions, Contact Liz [23:40]Fog & Tree in Humbolt County [24:29]#ABongForMom Campaign [24:50]Back with Liz [28:20]The Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch [28:40]Cannabis Corona News [31:12]CommCan [32:40]Casually Baked Podcast and The Importance of Breathing [35:00]Music by Josh Lamkin

A big problem for cannabis retailers is how to re-engage once enthusiastic customers. CEO of Happy Cabbage Andrew Watson tells us how dispensaries are using his platform to rekindle customer relationships. Learn more at https://www.happycabbage.io  Key Takeaways: Andrew’s background in cannabis and how he came to start Happy Cabbage An inside look at Happy Cabbage, a data analytics and insights platform for the cannabis industry Ways Happy Cabbage re-engages previous dispensary customers with highly targeted, personalized messaging Analytic tools Happy Cabbage provides dispensaries that enable them to measure the success of their campaigns Generating customer excitement through experiential events Similarities between stripper economics and the economics of dispensary product placement Dispensaries currently working with Happy Cabbage and how they’re using the platform to re-engage their customer base Andrew’s experience with CanopyBoulder, a business accelerator and venture capital fund for the cannabis industry

On this week’s episode, Brandon has CEO Devin Alvarez of Straight Hemp join the show! Devin is another founder who’s part of the Canopy Boulder accelerator and he’s attacking the world of hemp in a new, quality-driven way. We all know hemp is fast growing industry, but this week you’ll learn what hemp products are really selling well, why some consumers still like shopping in-person, and how to really compete and win in the crowded hemp market. Devin isn’t alone in trying to build a business in hemp, but with the resources and support of Canopy, he’s taken massive leaps very quickly with his business. Brandon and Devin dive into the founder experience at Canopy, raising capital in this environment, and why quality will win in the end. Learn what it’s like being a young founder in cannabis; and tune in, listen up, and get acquainted with Devin and Straight Hemp! Support for this episode comes from Balanced Advisor. Whether you’re a founder struggling to raise capital + run your business efficiently, or you’re an investor looking where to place capital, we’re here to help. Reach out to us with your problems, and we’ll help you find a solution! www.BalancedAdvisor.com Want to Support Independent Cannabis Media? Want to promote your product or service to our audience of decision makers? Email hi@investingincannabis.tv

On this week’s new episode, Brandon welcomes CEO Robert Kenny of Royal Supply to the show! Robert is part of the Canopy Boulder accelerator and is building one of the top packaging companies in the cannabis space. While it is not a sexy business, it does make money!! Learn how Robert saw this need in cannabis and started building deep partnerships with overseas suppliers. Brandon and Robert also discuss his experience at Canopy, the perils of early-stage fundraising, and why the industry needs to rethink how it packages and brands it’s products. Learn what it’s like being a young founder in cannabis; and tune in, listen up, and get acquainted with Robert of Royal Supply! Support for this episode comes from Balanced Advisor. Whether you’re a founder struggling to raise capital + run your business efficiently, or you’re an investor looking where to place capital, we’re here to help. Reach out to us with your problems, and we’ll help you find a solution! www.BalancedAdvisor.com Want to Support Independent Cannabis Media? Want to promote your product or service to our audience of decision makers? Email hi@investingincannabis.tv

On iC News this week, we welcome Patrick Rea of Canopy Boulder to the show to share his thoughts on all of today’s hottest topics the trends and in the cannabis industry. Patrick and his team run the best startup incubator in the cannabis industry. They’ve put dozens of companies through their program including, BDS Analytics, Wurk, Leaf, Peak Beyond, and more! Patrick brings a wealth of knowledge on building companies, raising capital, and how legal cannabis should work. Brandon and Patrick dive into some exciting topics this week; including the long tail effects of Vapegate, the dearth of debt options available to companies, industry layoffs, capital constraint, and why the 2020 election could create a sizable shift in the cannabis industry. Tune in, listen up, and get acquainted with Patrick and some more iC News topics + opinion! Support for this episode comes from Bespoke Financial. Bespoke Financial is the first licensed commercial lender providing short-term working capital loans exclusively to cannabis and hemp businesses. Operators often deal with long cashflow collection cycles in this industry. Bespoke aims to alleviate working capital constraints across the cannabis supply chain by providing a line of credit to their clients. Want to Support Independent Cannabis Media? Want to promote your product or service to our audience of decision makers? Email hi@investingincannabis.tv

Thinking Outside the Bud is a business podcast devoted to driving innovation in the cannabis space. During each episode, we speak with founders, investors, thought leaders, researchers, advocates, and policy makers who are finding new and exciting ways for cannabis to positively impact business, society, and culture. Have each episode delivered to your inbox by subscribing here: http://www.thinkingoutsidethebud.com/subscribe

This is an oldie but, oh.. so good! We're giving you a re-run of one of the panels in our last Jumpstart Conference, where industry operators talk about what its like to work in the space and give entrepreneurs ideas on where to focus. In this episode you'll hear from Nancy Whiteman of Wana Brands, Ryan Brown of Native Roots and Graham Carlson of CW Hemp - all moderated by CanopyBoulder's own Patrick Rea. They'll talk about things like listening to their customers, regulatory hurdles, challenges and how entrepreneurs can best get in front of folks like them. And if you LIKE this content, be sure to join us next week, July 25, in Denver, CO for our Summer 2019 Jumpstart Conference. Go get those tickets... like, now! http://bit.ly/CB-Jumpstart-2019

How important is loyalty in the cannabis industry? This week, we're talking with Rami Sahhar, CEO of CliqueMJ and current CanopyBoulder cohort member, about whats going on in the industry in terms of advertising and maintaining customers. He goes into the importance of loyalty, how retail businesses can leverage it and what its like starting a tech company in this nascent industry. Learn more about CliqueMJ at cliquemj.com.

This is a BONUS episode where we slip inside the minds of the founders in CanopyBoulder's current business accelerator cohort. This week, we talk with Grow with Jane, an app for home growers straight from Buenos Aires, Argentina. They talk to us about why their team is so strong, how to listen and adapt to a market and why measuring your progress is key. Check it out. To learn more about Grow with Jane, visit their website at growithjane.com

As the cannabis retail environment gets more competitive, retailers are looking for ways to stand out and make a statement. Here to tell us more about this is Ron Basak-Smith, CEO and Co-founder of a new company known as Sana Packaging that’s providing cannabis retailers with sustainable hemp-based packaging solutions. In this episode, Ron shares with us an inside look at Sana Packaging and how the company is working to fix the cannabis packaging problem and eliminate pollution. Learn more at https://www.sanapackaging.com   Key Takeaways: Ron’s personal background and journey in the cannabis space An inside look at Sana Packaging and its mission to make cannabis more sustainable with eco-friendly packaging solutions Sana Packaging’s two different packaging products, including 100% plant-based hemp plastic and reclaimed ocean plastic Why packaging for cannabis retail is broken and how Sana is working to fix it The cost of Sana Packaging’s sustainable products versus traditional packaging Sana Packaging’s current retail clients and where Ron sees the company expanding in the years to come Ron’s experience at CanopyBoulder, a seed-stage business accelerator that helped Ron start Sana Packaging Ron’s insights on what the cannabis packaging landscape will look like in the next 3-5 years  

In the first installment of our mini-series, One, Five and Ten - Predictions on the Cannabis Industry. We talked to Julia Jacobson of Aster Farms, Hannah Davis of Heavy Hitters and Mammoth Distribution, Patrick Rae of Canopy Boulder and Eugenio Garcia of Cannabis Now about their One, Five and Ten-year predictions of the cannabis industry. We heard some very interesting predictions from these four who, each in their own right, are masters of their corner of the market place. What we found interesting was the commonalities and differences in what they had to say. If you have your own predictions, let us know. We love to hear from you!

We took a minute this week to chat with Patrick Rea of Canopy Boulder. Canopy is an early investor and startup incubator based in Boulder, CO. Patrick has a long history in startups and investing and has turned his talents and experience to Cannabis. He had some great insights into the industry and how people are getting into the industry.

How do you value a cannabis business? What companies in the industry have the highest chances of success? How and when should a company raise money? We answer those questions and more with our guest Patrick Rea, CEO and Co-Founder of Canopy Boulder, an accelerator investing in cannabis companies at the seed stage.

In the world of startups, any edge you can give your team is a good thing. Could mentorship be one of those? Based on a study done by Endeavor insights, the answer is a big, fat YES. This week on the podcast, we're breaking down why thats the case, how to find a mentor for your startup and imparting some best practices to be sure you're the best mentee possible. . Learn more about the Endeavor Insights study here: https://techcrunch.com/2015/03/22/mentors-are-the-secret-weapons-of-successful-startups/ . Learn more about Canopyboulder at canopyboulder.com

Any venture-backed startup is always thinking about how to return the investment made into them. But taking a company from concept to exit is no easy task. This week on the podcast, we're joined by Mason Levy, CEO & Founder of WeGrow, which was acquired in 2018. He takes us through his journey and some of the important components to readying your business for acquisition. . Learn more about Mason Levy and his next venture, Swivl, at tryswivl.com . Learn more about CanopyBoulder at canopyboulder.com

Investor Ideas Potcasts #Cannabis News and Stocks on the Move: Interview with Patrick Rea, CEO and CO-Founder of Canopy Boulder Inc.

Investor Ideas Potcasts #Cannabis News and Stocks on the Move: Interview with Patrick Rea, CEO and CO-Founder of Canopy Boulder Inc.

Investor Ideas Potcasts #Cannabis News and Stocks on the Move: Interview with Patrick Rea, CEO and CO-Founder of Canopy Boulder Inc.

Fundraising for your startup is a full-time and stressful job. Sometimes, it can feel a lot like beating your head against the wall. And in an industry flooded with new businesses, standing out to investors is key. But what do investors really look for and how can you ensure your business takes center stage? This week, we're letting entrepreneurs in on the secret of what investors (like CanopyBoulder) look for in potential deals so that you can be sure to tighten up those areas. . Looking for support with your cannabis startup? Apply for funding at canopyboulder.com/apply.

How do regulators make regulations around industries as novel as the cannabis industry? And how can you as an industry participant have more control over the rules that govern you? Find out this week as we recap a keynote address given by Dominique Mendiola, the current Director of Marijuana Coordination for the State of Colorado (appointed by former Gov. Hickenlooper). Joining me to help us understand the regulations, how they came to be and explain how you can be more involved in the process is compliance expert, Kate Awada of Azara Solutions. This is it y'all. The last part of our three part series bringing you our annual Jumpstart Conference. . Learn more about Azara Solutions at Azara.io Learn more about CanopyBoulder at CanopyBoulder.com

Join us for part 2 of our three-part series recapping the CanopyBoulder Jumpstart Conference, our annual gathering of industry professionals, regulators and cannacurious. This week's episode is our entrepreneur panel, where the founders of three cannabis industry start-ups (and CanopyBoulder alumni) talk on a panel about the cannabis entrepreneur world - challenges, successes and best practices. Our panel includes Liz Stahura, President & Co-founder of BDS Analytics, Henry Finkelstein, CEO & Founder of Cannabis Big Data and Jeremy Bamford, CEO & Founder of PotGuide and is moderated by our own Patrick Rea. Also, just a heads up, this one is a little bit long but full of good stuff.

This week, we're talking with Bello CEO & Founder, Ian Carlson, about his innovative new vaporizer technology aimed specifically at social consumption arenas. Using a "Vapor Tap" technology, the company simplifies vaping while simultaneously making smoking weed even more sexy. Join us in the episode for more insight into creating hardware products in a nascent industry. . For more on Bello by Designed Technology, visit sayhellobello.com. . CanopyBoulder is currently accepting applications for investment and for our 16-week accelerator cohort. Learn more at CanopyBoulder.com/apply.

The news to know for Thursday, January 24th, 2019! Today, we're talking about how the government shutdown is causing more delays - and not just at the airport. Plus: Amazon's newest delivery robot and those popular conversation candy hearts won't be on shelves this Valentine's Day. Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes! Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you.  Then, after the day's news: we're talking about trends and challenges in the cannabis industry in 2019. Co-founder and CEO of CanopyBoulder, Patrick Rea, is here to share his insights. Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below... Today's episode is brought to you by Social Media Marketing World.            Sources:    State of the Union: The Hill, WSJ, ABC News   Shutdown Proposals: CBS News, AP IRS Employees :Washington Post, Forbes PB Donation: CBS News   Cohen Cancels: NBC News, USA Today   Venezuela Chaos: CBS News, BBC,   Bank Docs Data Breach: TechCrunch   23andMe Cancer Test: Bloomberg, Time   Amazon's Scout: Engadget, CNBC   Hulu Prices: AP Youtube Streaming Expanding: Fortune   Most Innovative Countries: Bloomberg   Hall of Fame History: Bleacher Report, CBS News   V-Day Candy Missing: CNBC, MarketWatch    

States like Colorado have fully legal access to grow, buy and manufacture cannabis. And yet, there's no where to legally consume outside of your own personal house. How lame is that? The Grove Spaces, one of the most recent CanopyBoulder teams, is taking on the challenge of getting social use spaces up and running. Check out what CEO & Founder, John Moore, has to say about what's going on in the social consumption arena. . For more information on The Grove Spaces, go to www.thegove.space. . For more information on CanopyBoulder, go to www.canopyboulder.com

Today on NCIA's Cannabis Industry Voice we are joined by Patrick Rea, Founder of Canopy Boulder. He has a diverse background that includes M&A, strategic management consulting,venture finance, B2B media, e-commerce, CEO coaching, and entrepreneur mentorship. Canopy Boulder is a venture fund and accelerator focused on the cannabis industry. They speak about how they're making the cannabis industry bigger, better and more sophisticated. As well as what type of people or companies that Canopy Boulder helps.

Today on NCIA's Cannabis Industry Voice we are joined by Patrick Rea, Founder of Canopy Boulder. He has a diverse background that includes M&A, strategic management consulting,venture finance, B2B media, e-commerce, CEO coaching, and entrepreneur mentorship. Canopy Boulder is a venture fund and accelerator focused on the cannabis industry. They speak about how they're making the cannabis industry bigger, better and more sophisticated. As well as what type of people or companies that Canopy Boulder helps.

There comes a point in every young company’s life when fundraising is on the table. But, do you really need to fundraise? And why kind of funds do you need? Debt? Equity? Something else? And where does one even find those funds in a new industry like cannabis? This week, we’re breaking that down for you. Tune in as we walk through the process and give you the low-down. . Check us out at CanopyBoulder.com . Resources talked about in this episode: https://go.canopyboulder.com/news/where-to-start-when-thinking-about-fundraising https://go.canopyboulder.com/news/who-is-investing-in-the-cannabis-industry https://go.canopyboulder.com/news/what-funding-options-does-your-startup-have

Last week, Congress passed the new Farm Bill, legalizing hemp crop production. This is a huge step forward for the industry, opening up access to capital and protections for hemp cultivators in all 50 states. We're particularly excited about this episode because 2019 marks the first year CanopyBoulder is including hemp/CBD products in our portfolio. This week, we're breaking the Farm Bill down and diving into what it means for investors and entrepreneurs in the industry. We're also chatting with Matt Oscamou of Weller Snacks (welleryou.com) about CBD products and how this impacts those businesses. So check it out and get up to speed . Applications for our spring accelerator class are open. Check that out at canopyboulder.com/apply . Come to our Jumpstart Conference to hear from industry pros and network on Jan 15th: https://bit.ly/2BofQx7

Studies have shown that 92% of the time, consumers purchase whatever their budtender recommends. In a world with so little consumer understanding of cannabis product options, how do dispensaries retain employees, educate them on brands and maximize profits? Best in Grow is tackling the problem with a platform that offers all things budtenders and their bosses need in one place. At just under a year old, the company has already accomplished a lot. Listen to co-founders, Jake Levin and Andrew Duffy, talk about the industry and their journey from Harvard to traditional finance jobs and finally, into this a new market. . Learn more about Best in Grow at bestingrow.io . Learn more about CanopyBoulder at canopyboulder.com

Banking is a huge challenge for this nascent industry. Anyone in the industry has heard the stories about (or has experienced themselves) bank accounts getting shut down. When you're a startup, handling the headache of banking is just another hurdle you don't have time for. This week, we're chatting with MediPays (soon to be Abaca) about their solution to the banking problem for both licensed and ancillary cannabis companies. So far, the team has launched web banking, is live with operators on their platform and has $5M in deposits. Listen to their journey into the CanopyBoulder program and the world of cannabis entrepreneurship. . Get more info on the team at https://www.medipays.com/ . Get more info on CanopyBoulder at canopyboulder.com

As a business accelerator, we get up close and personal with entrepreneurs launching their businesses. And since this is a podcast dedicated to investing and starting up in the cannabis industry, what better way than to talk about those topics than through interviews with the entrepreneurs themselves. Over the next few weeks, we'll be releasing occasional content interviews with our teams for your listening pleasure.

Not sure what the CanopyBoulder accelerator actually entails? We have answers to all your burning questions about how it works, what to expect and why entrepreneurs choose to come. Want to see this on video? https://bit.ly/2w4bhpV Want to apply? Applications are open for a few more days for our Oct. 1 start date. www.canopyboulder.com/apply

“What is this? A podcast on starting up and investing in Cannabis? Sign me up!” - you

Aspen Entrepreneurs' July Event featuring a panel of experts, moderated by Michael Faas, on the topic of cannabis business and how cannabis is affecting our communities here in Colorado. Listen and learn from this dynamic conversation, featuring Pitkin County Sheriff Joe DiSalvo, CEO of CanopyBoulder, Patrick Rea, and CEO of Green Screens, Ryan Sterling. Sheriff Joe DiSalvo - https://tinyurl.com/yacupavt Canopy Builder - https://tinyurl.com/yauhmcuq GreenScreens - https://tinyurl.com/yd5nz5d6 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - This episode is presented by Chris Klug, owner of Klug Properties. To learn more head to www.klugproperties.com/ Music in this episode by Revolution Void: Artist Page - freemusicarchive.org/music/Revolution_Void/ Song Page - tinyurl.com/p8ytxun

Entrepreneurs! Jewels have been dropped. Check out this exclusive, invaluable insight from investor, entrepreneur, and managing director of Canopy Boulder, Micah Tapman, detailing exactly what investors are looking for in your cannabusiness! Grab your pen and paper and get hip to: What are investors looking for from you as a viable cannabusiness and what you should look for in investors (1:15) Does your team have what it takes (3:00) Successful cannabis business trends. What’s the common thread? (5:00) What you should be creating RIGHT NOW if you want to thrive in this industry (8:50) Investor red flags to lookout for! (10:15) When to hold and when to fold on your cannabusiness (14:45) STEP 1 - What you need to be doing before talking to investors in the first place! (16:45) Flourish. ----- Please consider supporting EstroHaze via Patreon. With your support we can create even more cannabis business content and release it to you sooner. Learn more >> www.patreon.com/EstroHaze

Mason has raised hundreds of thousands for WeGrow and millions for other companies. "It's not the end game, it's the beginning." Mason Levy On this episode we talk pitching. Or how to position your brand for fundraising with Mason Levy, Founder and CEO of https://wegrowapp.com/ and the Program Director for Canopy Boulder. *The accelerator we went through! Here he covers: * The purpose of pitching @ 4:17 * Common misconceptions about pitching @ 6:48 * Where should pitching fall in your business roadmap This episode is perfect for entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, and founders looking to build a VC backed business. ----- Please consider supporting EstroHaze via Patreon. With your support we can create even more cannabis business content and release it to you sooner. Learn more >> https://www.patreon.com/EstroHaze

Happy New Year! This month our focus is helping you use cannabis to build a business. Be it a retail shop, or an online entity you'll need some help! In this episode, Patrick Rea, CEO of Canopy shares why he decided to enter the cannabis space; how Canopy Boulder was formed; tips on applying and what they seek in potential startups; and he closes with his top 5 tips on entering the industry as a early, ancillary startup. 3:55 We didn't set out to starting an accelerator. Which is a good lesson to all entrepreneurs. Show up, engage, be present, and identify a real problem that you can solve, a problem that exists for many people. (Patrick and partners started out wanting to do an investment fund, but weren't seeing volume of investment ready businesses in industry) 5:00 We pivoted to accelerator because the problem was there was lack of investment worthy businesses in the industry. The industry was growing rapidly and needed service businesses such as payroll processing, data, ad networks. 10:35 Having a co-founder proves that you can convince someone else that you've got a really good idea. The business of being a startup is kind of like making friends. You have to build an ecosystem of people who are excited about what you are doing. 15:30 Patrick shares his top 5 tips about getting into the cannabis startup space. For example: "Be humble and realistic about what you can do and "you have two ears and one mouth. Use them appropriately." Please consider supporting EstroHaze via Patreon. With your support we can create even more cannabis business content and release it to you sooner. Learn more >> www.patreon.com/EstroHaze

In this episode, Brandon welcomes founder Keegan Peterson of Wurk to the show. Keegan and his team have built the best product suite of compliance, payroll, and scheduling in the cannabis industry. With a seed round raise of $3 million and experience in Canopy Boulder, Keegan and his team are ready to crush it as we approach legalization in California for 2018. Tune in, listen up, get acquainted!

In this episode, Brandon interviews Ryan Sterling, one of the founders of GreenScreens. GreenScreens is a Canopy Boulder company that has created a unique cannabis retail experience via an in-store display network. This marketing channel really helps brands and sales inside the dispensary grow. They are actively raising capital right now and just pitched at The Arcview Group. Tune in, listen up, and get acquainted with one of the best new startups in the cannabis industry!

From New West Summit​ with Micah Tapman​ of CanopyBoulder​! In this episode, from the VIP suite at New West, we interview one of the founders of Canopy, the first cannabis accelerator. Their portfolio of companies includes Tradiv​, Healthy Headie Lifestyle​, Leaf​ and so many more. Brandon​ and Micah dive deep into what they've learned from Boulder, their new class in Berkeley, and why it's still so difficult to find top founders and quality investors in the cannabis industry. Tune in, listen up, get acquainted! Learn more about Canopy here: https://www.canopyboulder.com/ Check out our website for more awesome content: http://investingincannabis.tv/

A veritable smorgasbord of Cannabis All-Stars descend upon the microphone at the 2nd Annual MPP Arm Wrestling Fundraiser.  While you’re listening to the fun, go to MPP.org and donate to the state of your choice, but Nevada, Arizona and Massachussetts are of particular interest. Not for the feint of heart- it gets loud as there truly is a competition going on in the background- so please do grin and bare it.  And there’s plenty to enjoy: Amanda Reiman, DPA, Lindsay Robinson, MPP; Troy Dayton, ArcView Group; Jaime Lewis, Mountain Medicine; Rob Kampia, MPP; Dani Geen, Harborside Health Center; Nate Bradley, CCIA; Andrew DeAngelo, Harborside Health Center; John Downs, Infusion Factory; Sabrina Fendrick, Berkeley Patients Group; Patrick Rea, Canopy Boulder; Aaron Smith, NCIA; Kris Krane, 4Front Ventures; Chelsey McKrill, OpenVape; Jaime Lewis, Mountain Medicine; Emily Paxhia, Poseidon Asset Management; Jade Netanya Ullmann, MAPS; Diane & Jay Cazarkowski, Canna Advisors; Nate Bradley, CCIA; Pro Wrestler Rob Van Dam and yes, Jaime Lewis, Mountain Medicine Thanks to our supporters: Hoban & Feola, Medically Correct, Incredibles & FOCUS

In this episode, the Audio Archives checks back in with Patrick Rea from Canopy Boulder, and some entrepreneurs from their portfolio, right before they make their presentations at a National Cannabis Industry Association meeting. Canopy Boulder is committed to providing mentorships and guidance to deserving start-up businesses and entrepreneurs looking to make waves in the cannabis industry. Several of the founders who have benefitted from Canopy’s guidance give us their elevator pitches here, including Healthy Headie Lifestyle, Stash Logix, Tradiv, Glasshouse, Potguide.com, and The Herbalista Set. We look forward to watching their companies grow, and seeing who Canopy Boulder will be helping launch next!

Patrick Rea is running Canopy Boulder, a business accelerator exclusively in Cannabis. At the time of the interview, Patrick was about two months into the first cycle. We’ll check back with him at the close of that cycle (around the middle of the year) for an update and Part II.

The ArcView Group and Canopy Boulder will bring their unique canna-business incubator to San Francisco, ArcView's Troy Dayton tells the Hash in its Season 2 debut. www.TheHash.org