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We came for a crab cake and got some good civics and community lessons from 2nd District councilman Izzy Patoka and owner Hope Otto of Reter's Crab House & Grille discussing jobs, young people and the Reisterstown Improvement Association's efforts to bring folks out and know their neighbors. A perfect stop on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour presented by The Maryland Lottery, Curio Wellness and Liberty Pure Solutions. The post Councilman Izzy Patoka and Hope Otto of Reter's give Nestor the royal tour of Reisterstown first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
It once was a Panera on Reisterstown Road but if you've seen the changes, you should stop in and see the newest Far & Dotter storefront. Curio Wellness Chief Brand Officer Wendy Bronfein educates Nestor about bringing the family business home to the Pikesville community with a new partnership with former NBA player Al Harrington and his Viola line. The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness tells Nestor about bringing Far & Dotter to life in Pikesville first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
The first days are the hardest days so Curio Wellness has put together a fun excursion contest to Las Vegas to see Dead & Company at The Sphere. Signing up for rewards is fun and easy and Nestor asks Wendy Bronfein all about what's happening at Far & Dotter in Timonium as we continue the trip through cannabis education. The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses The Dead awakening via Rewards contest first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness talks science of Valentine’s love and the plant with Nestor Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness […] The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness talks science of Valentine's love and the plant with Nestor first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
Our continuing conversation and education series about the science and benefits of cannabis-based products with Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness comes with a Far & Dotter cookie in Timonium and her recent tales of local community awareness and patient success efficacy with GI products that are helping folks' quality of life. The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses community awareness and education about GI products with Nestor first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
The sisters of Curio Wellness, Rebecca and Wendy Bronfein, join Nestor for a spirited – and highly educational – conversation about all things cannabis and science, including how their father's illness sparked a desire to use the plant for efficacy and modern medicine. They promise to lift your mood for the holidays as families convene and chat about all sorts of fun things... The post Wendy and Rebecca Bronfein of Curio Wellness tell Nestor about their family cannabis story for the holidays first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
If all of the stress, merriment and family of the holidays has you a little anxious, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses some ways the folks at Far & Dotter in Timonium can help. The science of chews, the reality of the harvest and expiring bonus points at holidays in our continuing series on cannabis education. The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses science of chews and expiring bonus points at holidays first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
Sometimes, you need to go the extra mile to make a point—like buying every medicine at CVS to show regulators that medicine can, and often does, have flavor. Sensible regulations should be rooted in logic, not outdated prohibition fears or baseless stigmas. If cannabis is legalized, it should be treated like any other industry, not one plagued by fear of being a shadowy boogeyman.This week, we sit down with Wendy Bronfein to dive into:Key Differences Between Maryland and Missouri's Cannabis MarketsEmerging Marketing Trends and Customer-Focused StrategiesInnovative Crohn's Disease Research and Product Development...and so much more. Chapters:Introduction and Background (00:00:00) - Brian and Kellen introduce their guest Wendy Bronfein, co-founder of Cura Wellness. Wendy shares her background in the television industry and how she transitioned into the cannabis space.Early Days of Maryland Cannabis (00:01:15) - Wendy discusses how her family became involved in the Maryland medical cannabis market, including their trip to Colorado and the process of applying for a license in 2015.Launching Curio Wellness (00:02:47) - The company won a license, built their facility, and became operational in 2017, shipping to licensed dispensaries in December of that year.Transition to Adult Use (00:03:07) - Maryland transitioned from medical to adult-use cannabis in July, with Wendy explaining the regulatory changes and market dynamics.Product Innovation and Research (00:33:59) - Curio Wellness discusses their approach to product development, including specialized products for sleep, mood, and potential medical treatments like a Crohn's disease tablet.Marketing Challenges and Regulations (00:25:16) - Wendy explains the marketing restrictions in Maryland compared to Missouri, highlighting the challenges of advertising in the cannabis industry.Personal Insights and Closing (00:42:33) - The interview concludes with personal questions about Wendy's dream smoking session, her views on branding, and her favorite ice cream. Guest Linkshttps://curiowellness.com/https://x.com/curiowellnesshttps://www.instagram.com/curiowellnessbrand/https://www.linkedin.com/company/curio-wellness/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeT6Sut8Wsi4Xr_o9uq0edQhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/wbronfein/Our LinksBryan Fields on Twitter Kellan Finney on Twitter The Dime on Twitter At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcast The Dime has a New Website. Shhhh its not finished. The Dime is a top 50 Cannabis Podcast Sign up for our playbook here:
Sometimes, you need to go the extra mile to make a point—like buying every medicine at CVS to show regulators that medicine can, and often does, have flavor. Sensible regulations should be rooted in logic, not outdated prohibition fears or baseless stigmas. If cannabis is legalized, it should be treated like any other industry, not one plagued by fear of being a shadowy boogeyman.This week, we sit down with Wendy Bronfein to dive into:Key Differences Between Maryland and Missouri's Cannabis MarketsEmerging Marketing Trends and Customer-Focused StrategiesInnovative Crohn's Disease Research and Product Development...and so much more. Chapters:Introduction and Background (00:00:00) - Brian and Kellen introduce their guest Wendy Bronfein, co-founder of Cura Wellness. Wendy shares her background in the television industry and how she transitioned into the cannabis space.Early Days of Maryland Cannabis (00:01:15) - Wendy discusses how her family became involved in the Maryland medical cannabis market, including their trip to Colorado and the process of applying for a license in 2015.Launching Curio Wellness (00:02:47) - The company won a license, built their facility, and became operational in 2017, shipping to licensed dispensaries in December of that year.Transition to Adult Use (00:03:07) - Maryland transitioned from medical to adult-use cannabis in July, with Wendy explaining the regulatory changes and market dynamics.Product Innovation and Research (00:33:59) - Curio Wellness discusses their approach to product development, including specialized products for sleep, mood, and potential medical treatments like a Crohn's disease tablet.Marketing Challenges and Regulations (00:25:16) - Wendy explains the marketing restrictions in Maryland compared to Missouri, highlighting the challenges of advertising in the cannabis industry.Personal Insights and Closing (00:42:33) - The interview concludes with personal questions about Wendy's dream smoking session, her views on branding, and her favorite ice cream. Guest Linkshttps://curiowellness.com/https://x.com/curiowellnesshttps://www.instagram.com/curiowellnessbrand/https://www.linkedin.com/company/curio-wellness/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeT6Sut8Wsi4Xr_o9uq0edQhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/wbronfein/Our LinksBryan Fields on Twitter Kellan Finney on Twitter The Dime on Twitter At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcast The Dime has a New Website. Shhhh its not finished. The Dime is a top 50 Cannabis Podcast Sign up for our playbook here:
Working our way through some of the sometime funny and always functional names of strains, our Chief Cannabis Officer Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness continues the educational journey through cannabinoids and terpenes with Nestor. Finding the right components for your mood or physical need is essential and our goal is always effective strain selection. The post Wendy Bronfein Of Curio Wellness joins Nestor to discuss finding the right terpene for your mood or physical need first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
As the Orioles promise to keep us twice as busy this week after the Ravens kept us up late on Monday night, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness tells Nestor about the Good Day energy she needs when her toddler gets an overnight illness and work meetings come early in the morning. The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio tries to find the Good Day energy for a long October of Orioles baseball first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
Our Chief Cannabis Officer Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses the medicinal benefits of some new products – and a little baseball and football spirit – and the fall healing season at Far and Dotter in Timonium. The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness gets Nestor ready for fall ball and healing at Far and Dotter in Timonium first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses popularity and growth of cannabis space and Best Of BMag status The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses popularity and growth of cannabis space and Best Of BMag status first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness talks feeling good this summer and picking the best CBD products for pain relief, emphasizing the importance of understanding terpene profiles to achieve desired effects.
Over the past few months we've been seeing more about the benefits of THCV and asked Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness to bring the facts – and products – into focus.
In our continuing education about ways that cannabis is helping folks with aches, pains and soreness, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness tells Nestor how to now Move more without the balm or gel he's used successfully for back relief and inflammation.
Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness joins Nestor to discuss various topics surrounding legislation, key industry challenges, and expungement of cannabis-related offenses.
The terpenes are the science that makes it work. Our Chief Cannabis Officer Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness brings the terpene knowledge and explains more about getting a better wellness experience for adult use education.
This week, Wendy Bronfein and Rebecca Raphael of Curio Wellness join the Cannabis Equipment News podcast to discuss how they've built Curio into a resource for consumers looking for cannabis products tailored to specific needs — and less of a generic experience.
As our continuing education series with Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness moves into real life after Nestor's wife Jenn broke her ankle two weeks ago, the cannabis conversation moved back to a gel product that has proven functional for pain relief. The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness talks aches, pains, Move and efficacy for pain relief first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
In their weekly education adventures of cannabis education and wellness, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness gets a Move testimonial from Nestor for topical pain relief after his incredible miss on the Northern Lights adventure to Spokane last weekend. (This is the best true story he'll tell on the radio this year...or any year!) The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness gets a Move testimonial from Nestor for topical pain relief after Northern Lights adventure first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness talks new chews and magic of Orioles baseball The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness talks new chews and magic of Orioles baseball first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
With news out of Washington, D.C. last week about federal changes in the Schedule 1 status for a medicinal plant, our Chief Cannabis Officer Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness tells us what it all might mean in the near future. The post Wendy Bronfein and Nestor discuss 420 point of sale industry issues and making it right first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
It's the biggest weekend of the year in the cannabis deals and discount world and Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness tells Nestor about what happens after the 420 holiday with a new and innovative rewards system available to adult-use customers in Maryland. The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness tells Nestor about what happens after 420 with new rewards system all over Maryland first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
The high holiday of cannabis culture only comes once a year. Our Chief Cannabis Officer Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness joins Nestor to discuss the lure, lore and allure of the 420 holiday in a "Black Friday" world where everyone expects the biggest sale of the year. The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness and Nestor discuss the lure, lore and allure of the 420 holiday in cannabis world first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
As we continue our education series in understanding adult use cannabis and the science of the plant, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses the various strengths and strains of locally produced flower at Far & Dotter in Timonium. The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness joins Nestor to discuss strength of Baltimore and local flower first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
As we Move into March and the madness of Orioles baseball returns, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness joins Nestor to discuss the education of adult use products in Maryland and better ways to medicate safely and effectively. The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses the education of adult use products in Maryland first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
Welcome to the Green Rush, a KCSA Strategic Communications Production, a weekly conversation at the intersection of cannabis, psychedelics, the capital markets and culture. This week Anne Donohoe and Nick Opich talk to Wendy Bronfein, Curio Wellness Co-Founder, Chief Brand Officer and Director of Public Policy, and Rebecca Raphael, Curio's Chief Revenue Officer. Wendy and Rebecca join us to discuss their journey to starting a family cannabis business, the current state of the cannabis industry in the Maryland market, and how Curio Wellness sets itself apart from competitors. In this episode, Wendy and Rebecca also share plans to expand Curio's footprint in Mississippi through the company's franchise program, as well as their unique insights in the potential re/descheduling of cannabis and industry forecast for the rest of the year. If you are interested in learning more about Wendy, Rebecca and their work with Curio Wellness, visit the links in our show notes. Also, be sure to follow Curio, Wendy and Rebecca on LinkedIn and other top social media platforms. So, sit back and enjoy our conversation with Curio Wellness' Co-Founder, Chief Brand Officer and Director of Public Policy, Wendy Bronfein, and Chief Revenue Officer, Rebecca Raphael. Links, mentions, and socials: Curio Wellness: https://curiowellness.com Curio Wellness Careers: https://curiowellness.com/careers Curio Wellness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/curio-wellness Curio Wellness X: https://twitter.com/curiowellness Curio Wellness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curiowellnessbrand/ Wendy Bronfein LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wbronfein Rebecca Raphael LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-bronfein-raphael-448b9646 Show Credits: This episode was hosted by Anne Donohoe and Nick Opich of KCSA Strategic Communications. Special thanks to our Program Director Shea Gunther. You can learn more about how KCSA can help your cannabis and psychedelic companies by visiting www.kcsa.com or emailing greenrush@kcsa.com. You can also connect with us via our social channels: X: @The_GreenRush Instagram: @thegreenrush_podcast LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thegreenrushpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/TheGreenRushPodcast YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCuEQkvdjpUnPyhF59wxseqw?disable_polymer=true
James Piper Bond of Living Classrooms Foundation tells the history and mission to Nestor Aparicio and Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness on "A Cup Of Soup Or Bowl" week at Faidley's Seafood in historic Lexington Market. The post Crab Cake Row: James Piper Bond of Living Classrooms Foundation tells the history and mission first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses the after "Oh!" and CBD products The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses the after “Oh!” and CBD products first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
Crab Cake Row: The new Love American Style with Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness for Valentine's Day The post Crab Cake Row: The new Love American Style with Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness for Valentine's Day first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
Curio Wellness™ is Maryland's emerging medical cannabis brand & trusted healthcare partner. Curio Wellness™ is cultivating a better way of life for the community from seed to Retail with Curio Wellness™ flower—named best in Maryland by Leafly— hygienically cultivated to deliver high-quality products with cannabinoid and terpene-rich repeatable profiles. Be sure to visit the website at www.curiowellness.com, visit the instagram @curiowellnessbrand, or just simply visit your nearest Far & Dotter™ to shop one of their 9 cannabis product lines! Be sure to tune in to Cannabis Talk 101, Toking With The Stars, & Financial Fridays as we bring you valuable content on a weekly basis via Spotify, IHeartRadio App, Apple Podcasts, or any streaming service you may use. Also pick up a copy of the Cannabis Talk Magazine at your local dispensary or visit www.cannabistalkmagazine.com to read all the new articles & ad's! Cannabis Talk 101 is your ESPN, CNN, FOX NEWS and The View of Cannabis, With our main hosts, Chris Wright, aka Blue & Joe Grande! They all share a passion for educating, advocating and defending members of the cannabis community. They discuss the benefits of cannabis as well as the laws engulfing it while breaking the stoner stereotype. Together they have embarked on a mission to spread the truth about cannabis while guiding and connecting industry professionals along the way. Visit www.CannabisTalk101.com for more episodes, daily news & articles, and MORE! Listen to the Podcast: iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-ca... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3loMiMW... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... FOLLOW US on all Social Media: Instagram:/ cannabistalk101 Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cannabistalk1... Facebook: / cannatalk101 Twitter: / cannatalk101 Leave us a voicemail to be featured on the show: 800-420-1980See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the season and spirit of love, we present our Chief Cannabis Officer Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness to discuss the power of the "Oh" for Valentine's Day love as the terpenes and cannabinoids take effect to produce a different sensation this spring. The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses the power of the Oh for Valentine's Day love first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
In our never-ending exploration and education behind why it does what it does, our Chief Cannabis Officer Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness tells Nestor about the other terps ("terpenes") and how you might get a better night of sleep of sleep by exploring some uniquely new and effective uses of the plant and the science. The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness tells Nestor about terps and education around a better night of sleep first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
We interviewed individuals from Maryland's cannabis industry, including Michael Bronfine from Curio Wellness and representatives from SunMed Growers and Offit Kurman's Cannabis Practice. MITA Unshackled Episode 2 State-by-State Overview: Maryland Recorded at MJBizCon 2023 We discuss the legalization of adult-use cannabis in Maryland and its impact on the cannabis industry in the state. Some key points from the include: The driving factor for adult use legalization in Maryland was to create generational wealth for impoverished communities. Governor Wes Moore and Speaker Jones were major proponents of this initiative. Maryland opened its medicinal cannabis market in 2017, and the transition to adult use began in 2023. Maryland currently has 26 cultivation licenses, 26 processor licenses, and 75 retail store licenses.Guest: Michael Bronfein / michael-bronfein-745717abGuest: Andrew Reich / andrew-reich-5bb41683Guest: Jonathan R. Wachs https://offitkurman.com/attorney/jona...Sponsored by: Curaleaf: https://curaleaf.com/Dime Industries: https://lnkd.in/gpNgPkABDope SEO: https://dopeseo.com/Policy Quake: https://policyquake.comDisclaimer: The sponsors of this podcast do not necessarily endorse or agree with the opinions, views, or any controversial content expressed during the production. Their role is limited to sponsoring the podcast, and they do not have control over the editorial or creative aspects of the content. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the podcast hosts and guests. The sponsors are not responsible for any statements made during the podcast that may be perceived as controversial or objectionable.
Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness and Nestor discuss celebrity culture, investment and cannabis The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness and Nestor discuss celebrity culture, investment and cannabis first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
With the rush or reluctance to roll out cannabis program in many states around the country, our chief Cannabis Officer Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses how Maryland measures up against other places as her vision and Timonium-based family business moves into Mississippi and Missouri. We always learn when she returns... The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses how Maryland measures against other states with cannabis research and rollouts first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness joins Nestor to ring in the New Year without the hangover The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness joins Nestor to ring in the New Year without the hangover first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
The Maryland Crab Cake Tour brought a spirited holiday edition of the show to Far & Dotter in Timonium with Dundalk drummer and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Gina Schock of The Go-Go's joined by Curio founder Michael Bronfein and daughter Wendy Bronfein discussing how a a pharmaceutical family drummed into way into the cannabis wellness business in Maryland. (We loved this one!) The post Michael Bronfein of Curio Wellness talks drums and legitimacy of cannabis with Gina Schock on MD Crab Cake Tour first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
Yes, it's true and legal for adult use but as Curio Wellness Chief Brand Officer Wendy Bronfein tells Nestor: go slow and think through therapeutic & healing options for holiday season. Come see traveling MD Crab Cake Tour Friday at Far & Dotter (2-5p) The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses the first holiday season of gifting cannabis in Maryland first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
Our Chief Cannabis Officer for education Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discusses the local business connection and partnership with CFG Bank Arena, rock and roll and contesting and gifting for the holidays. Even Mariah Carey is coming to Baltimore to sing about Santa! The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness discuss CFG Bank Arena, rock and roll and cannabis contesting and gifting first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness gives Nestor the rub on his aches and pains with CBD education The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness gives Nestor the rub on his aches and pains with CBD education first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
The Chief Brand Officer from Curio Wellness has been trying to educate Nestor about the modern cannabis industry and the science behind the plant. Recently, Wendy Bronfein took Nestor on a comprehensive tour of the Baltimore County facilities and asked him what he learned on his field trip. The post Wendy Bronfein discovers what Nestor learned at Curio Wellness cannabis grow and production facility first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness gives Nestor an overview on the business and future of cannabis in Maryland The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness gives Nestor an overview on the business and future of cannabis in Maryland first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
During our cannabis education series, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness has promised to give Nestor a tour of the entire operation. So, what will he find when he puts on the white suit and goes behind the closed doors of an industry not many folks have seen or understand? The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness tells Nestor what he'll find on his tour of the grow facility first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
As our continuing cannabis education series teaches us more about its benefits, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness gives Nestor an overview on the stability of the business and future and science of the plant in Maryland. The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness gives Nestor an overview on the business and future of cannibis in Maryland first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
Cannabis is big business, and more than $420 million dollars of medical and recreational use cannabis was sold in Maryland in the first eight months of the year. When the General Assembly made recreational cannabis legal, it established a new Office of Social Equity, to assure that members of traditionally marginalized communities have access to the resources they need to establish businesses in this lucrative industry. Joining Tom to discuss social equity in the cannabis business is Audrey Johnson, the executive director of Maryland's Office of Social Equity. Next, Tom turns to Wendy Bronfein, the Co-Founder and Public Policy Director at Curio Wellness to discuss legislative initiatives to address finance and tax problems for the cannabis industry.Email us at midday@wypr.org, tweet us: @MiddayWYPR, or call us at 410-662-8780.
Wendy Bronfein and Lisa Schaefer of Curio Wellness discuss topical solutions for athletes after Baltimore Running Festival The post Wendy Bronfein and Lisa Schaefer of Curio Wellness discuss topical solutions for athletes after Baltimore Running Festival first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
The Bronfein sisters join Nestor for a Curio Wellness 101 on the state of cannabis industry in Maryland and what our citizens have wanted since legal adult use began. Listen & learn as we continue our ongoing educational series with Wendy and Rebecca. The post The Bronfein sisters join Nestor for a Curio Wellness 101 on the state of cannabis industry in Maryland and what you want first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
In our continuing education series with Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness, we discuss the laboratory and science of cannabis beyond flower and new ways to take advantage of the benefits of the plant. The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness takes Nestor to the laboratory and science of cannabis education beyond flower first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
With the legalization of cannabis in Maryland, no one has more experience with the plant and all of the aspects of the potential wellness provided than Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness. We begin an educational series with our partners in Timonium at Far & Dotter that will continue through the year. The post Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness begins a cannabis education campaign with Nestor for WNST 25th Anniversary first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.
In this episode, Cy and Emily discuss the shifts in Maryland's cannabis scene. They reference a Brookings Institute study which highlights surprising support for cannabis in the state's November '22 election. Interestingly, even traditionally conservative regions in Maryland backed the move to legalize cannabis, proving that the topic transcends typical political lines.Maryland's approach to cannabis equity stands out. The state's decision to open its first adult-use marijuana license applications exclusively for social equity businesses is noteworthy. These changes also come with a new outlook on regulations, including the significant step of not allowing police searches based on marijuana odor.On the sales front, Maryland has seen an impressive uptick in numbers, especially since recreational sales began. Price trends show increased costs in specific product categories, hinting at changing consumer preferences. The episode also sheds light on top-performing cannabis brands in Maryland, including the likes of SunMed, which has ties to the established Van Wingerden greenhouse legacy, and others such as Curio Wellness and gLeaf.Tune in with Cy and Emily to get an insightful overview of the evolving cannabis market in Maryland.https://www.brookings.edu/articles/marylands-cannabis-politics-offers-insights-for-the-nation/https://crabcakescannabis.comhttps://www.headset.io/markets/maryland
Discover the inspiring journey of Wendy Bronfein and Rebecca Bronfein Raphael, the sisters behind Curio Wellness, as they share their success story in the Maryland cannabis market, including their instrumental role in the launch of the state's adult-use market. Join them and host Karson Humiston the CEO of Vangst, for an inside look at how these dynamic sisters are making waves in the industry.Produced by PodConx Karson Humiston - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karson-humiston-64572b97/Vangst - https://vangst.com/Wendy Bronfein - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wbronfein/Rebecca Bronfein Raphael, - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-bronfein-raphael-448b9646/Curio Wellness - https://curiowellness.com/Recorded on Squadcast
Starting this weekend, adults 21 and older will be able to buy recreational cannabis from dispensaries across the state. We ask Baltimore Business Journal reporter Matt Hooke what economic impact legal cannabis is expected to generate. Plus, Wendy Bronfein of Curio Wellness and Nicole Harrison of Mary & Main describe how businesses are preparing for new customers. Links:SunMed Growers expands with $16M cannabis edibles factory‘It's going to be hot': Maryland cannabis firms stockpile and staff up for big demand starting SaturdayMaryland's recreational marijuana bill will open marketplace in July, allow for pot cafésSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Michael Bronfein got his start as a butcher in a family supermarket. Since then he has built a billion dollar business, run a multibillion dollar private equity fund, and is now operating a growing wellness company with an emerging portfolio of cannabis based products. The venture, Curio Wellness, will invest in over 50 startups backed by women, minorities and disabled veteran entrepreneurs.
Wendy Bronfein is Co-Founder, Chief Brand Officer and Director of Public Policy at Curio Wellness As a member of the executive leadership team, Bronfein drives the company's legislative agenda across multiple states, oversees the Curio brand, and all corporate communications. Under her leadership, Curio Wellness has become Maryland's leading medical cannabis company, securing 90% brand awareness within the first year of operation Founded in 2014 in Baltimore, Maryland, Curio Wellness is a family owned & operated, cGMP certified, vertically integrated cannabis company and trusted healthcare partner. Recognized as the leading wellness brand in cannabis by BDS Analytics, Curio is committed to delivering targeted, effective, and reliable cannabis-based products. For more information visit www.curiowellness.com.
Wendy Bronfein, Chief Brand Officer & Director of Public PolicyWendy Bronfein is Co-Founder, Chief Brand Officer and Director of Public Policy at Curio Wellness. As a member of the executive leadership team, Bronfein drives the company's legislative agenda across multiple states, oversees the Curio brand, and all corporate communications. Under her leadership, Curio Wellness has become Maryland's leading medical cannabis company, securing 90% brand awareness within the first year of operations.Prior to starting Curio Wellness in 2016, Bronfein served as Creative Director of On-Air Promotions at LIVE! With Kelly & Michael from 2014-2016. In this role she oversaw the team responsible for launch, stunt and daily episodic promotion of the show. Bronfein also worked for NBC Universal's Oxygen network where she rose from Senior Producer and Editor in 2010 to Creative Director in 2014.Bronfein was a Managing Producer at BBC Worldwide Americas from 2006-2010 and has also served in various freelance production roles in New York and Los Angeles working on shows such as The Andy Milonakis Show, Wanda Does it, and The Sharon Osbourne Show.Bronfein is a member of the Board of Directors for Pratt Contemporaries, affiliated with Baltimore City's largest public library system. She is also on the Board of Directors for the Pearlstone Center in Baltimore, MD.In 2017, Bronfein was named to Baltimore Business Journal's 40 under 40 list and to Marijuana Venture's “Women to Watch”.@curio_welllness (IG)https://www.facebook.com/curiowellnessbrandhttps://twitter.com/curiowellnesshttps://www.linkedin.com/company/curio-wellness/@fardottermarylandhttps://www.facebook.com/fardottermarylandhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/far-dotter/
Welcome back to Working Mom Hour! Today we are joined by cannabis and parenting stigma crusher and author of Weed Mom, Danielle Simone Brand. (If you haven't already listened to our “cannabis 101” episode with Dr. June Chin, or our chit-chat about our first times check them out here and here.)We talk about how Danielle dropped her husband off at rehab for weed and how she went from hating it to studying it to being a full-fledged canna-mom. We talk about America's hang-up with pleasure, and all things parenting and cannabis - how we got started on our journeys, stigmas, that can come from using and how it can elevate us as mothers! This is an episode you don't want to miss for anyone canna-curious. Join us! Find Weed Mom author Danielle Simon Brand at https://www.daniellesimonebrand.com/, order her book on Amazon here or anywhere you buy. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Curio Wellness: Curio is offering 25% off one full-priced Curio Wellness product when you mention Working Mom Hour *in store only* at their Maryland location in Timonium. https://curiowellness.com/ They're also giving away 3 free copies of the Weed Mom book on Instagram at @curio_wellness. Check it out!! Please make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode, and kindly review the podcast on Apple Podcasts so we can reach more working moms. We always want to hear your thoughts, concerns, questions or guest suggestions – email workingmomhour@212comm.com. Episode social handles: @WorkingMomHour@EMechlinski@MadsCaldwell@DanielleSimoneBrand@Curio_Wellness
The success of any industry is largely dependent on those who work in it and the cannabis industry is certainly not exempt. Dynamic leaders in the human resources field are needed to put the best candidates in a position to succeed as a company grows and evolves. In this episode, Tyneeha Rivers, chief people officer at Curaleaf, highlights the qualities she looks for in a potential Curaleaf team member, discusses the retention strategies needed to retain high-performing talent and examines what the future holds for her company. Rivers also explains how the 25 years of human resources experience she gained from working for the Philadelphia 76ers, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, Curio Wellness and various Fortune 500 companies has prepared her for role at Curaleaf. Before concluding this in-depth discussion about human resources in the cannabis industry, Rivers offers advice to those looking to enter the cannabis job market and highlights the need for diverse workspaces as the industry continues to expand.
Jerel Registre is Managing Director of the Curio WMBE Fund. The fund was started by Maryland cannabis company Curio Wellness with the goal of investing $30 million dollars to support up to fifty women, minorities, and disabled veterans to open and operate a Curio franchise with a path to 100% ownership in 3 years. To learn more about The Curio Wellness visit https://curiowellness.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cannabisdiversity/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cannabisdiversity/support
Co-host Max Savage Levenson takes a trip to Baltimore, Maryland, to check out Curio Wellness, the only dispensary that doubles as a spa. Listen in as co-founder Wendy Bronfein and pharmacist Brian Sanderoff explain why there's a spa in their dispensary, their favorite aphrodisiac strain and more.
Curio Wellness Combines Medical Cannabis with Trusted Healthcare. We learn more about this vertically integrated medical cannabis company and trusted healthcare partner with CEO Michael Bronfein.The Parent Company, a leading consumer-focused California cannabis company, announced today it has entered into an exclusive brand licensing and cultivation and production agreement with Curio Wellness to bring TPCO's brands to Maryland. This is the first state expansion of the Company's portfolio beyond California.Michael is a highly effective business executive with a track record of creating businesses of scale and market leadership focused on innovation, competitive advantage, and best in class operating metrics in healthcare services, healthcare technologies, health care products, software, and distribution. A true visionary, Michael is known for assembling highly effective management teams that result in market-leading, high-growth organizations with clear brand propositions and strong financial returns.Michael has founded, co-founded, invested in, and rapidly grown a number of leading healthcare service companies, including NeighborCare, Remedi SeniorCare, Sterling Partners, and Curio Wellness. Michael was awarded the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year award in 1994 for his development of the NeighborCare business model and brand. Prior to founding NeighborCare, he led commercial finance lending for Signet Bank.