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Send us a textTransporting Cannabis and Cash: Insights from Ari | Trucking Risk and Insurance PodcastIn this episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, Chris interviews Ari, the head of a vertically integrated transportation company specializing in the safe and efficient transportation of cannabis and cash across 28 states. They discuss the unique challenges of transporting these high-value commodities, the regulatory compliance across different states, and the robust security measures, such as using vehicles with GPS tracking and cameras and employing retired law enforcement officers. Ari also shares insights on the company's growth plans, aspirations for international expansion, and commitment to green transportation solutions.00:00 Introduction to Cannabis and Money Transportation00:24 Meet Ari: The Man Behind the Company00:48 The Logistics of Cannabis Transportation02:23 Challenges in Cannabis and Money Transportation04:17 Safety Measures and Team Composition10:09 Green Initiatives and Future Plans21:27 Hiring and Employment Opportunities25:06 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsAri Raptis, CEO and founder of Talaria Transportation:Ari Raptis is a dynamic leader, successful entrepreneur, and the founder and CEO of three companies that provide logistics, supply chain and cash management solutions for highly regulated industries throughout the U.S.After identifying a lack of crucial infrastructure for the burgeoning cannabis industry, Raptis founded Talaria Transportation to revolutionize the logistics system for the ever-changing compliance demands of the alternative health industry. Talaria provides trusted, versatile, secure transportation of wholesale and B2B products for licensed retailers, cultivators, labs and brands.National Secure Transport (NST), is a full-suite cash management and logistics company that specializes in the secure, efficient movement of cash. The company provides customers with the latest fully integrated currency transport, cash-in-transit, cash vault, change orders, smart safe, financial institution depository and ATM services, and utilizes proprietary software to provide a seamless customer experience.Raptis' direct-to-consumer platform, Melly Home Delivery, provides compliant, safe and reliable products delivered right to the door. Raptis was recognized as a Top 40 Under 40 Rising Star by Marijuana Venture when he was 29 years old, and has been dubbed the “Greek Transportation Tycoon of Cannabis,” in homage to his family's Greek American heritage. He is actively engaged with lawmakers and industry stakeholders to educate and to develop best practices for emerging industries.About Talaria:Established in 2017,  Talaria Transportation, LLC is a privately held company specializing in secure and trusted logistics for the legal cannabis industry. Talaria provides a critical infrastructure for the highly regulated industry and serves all states with legal programs. Providing optimum systems for every facet of the market, including product and lab testing transportation, Talaria is a reliable and trusted resource for the logistical needs of the legal cannabis industry. With a professional team of retired police officers and military veterans, the company is dedicated to delivering cannabis in a safe, secure, and compliant manner. For information, visit Talaria.comHOSTS:John FarquharSummit Risk Solutions: summitrisksolutions.ca1 226 802-2762John@summitrisksolutions.caChris HarrisSafety Dawg Inc: safetydawg.comChris@SafetyDawg.com1 905 973 7056Keeping it Safety Dawg Simple!#trucksafety #truckinsurance #truckpodcastDo you need a "Truck Driver Safety Policy?" Get

In this episode, we interview Greg James, publisher of Marijuana Venture magazine and host of Interchange- which is like speed dating for cannabis producers, processors, and retailer. Greg shares his insights on the cannabis industry, including its complexities, inventory issues, and the most underreported topic of 2023. This episode provides valuable insights into the evolving cannabis industry, offering listeners a closer look at its challenges, innovations, and exciting prospects. Summary:00:00 - intro01:12 - Interchange's inspiration03:25 - intricacies within the industry05:25 - cannabis industry overview09:13 - Inventory issues11:39 - Most underreported topic of 202314:43 - Cannabis Cups & High Times16:25 - The future of cannabis18:07 - is California king?20:47 - mold & mites, oh my!22:51 - consistent quality bud24:44 - Interchange25:52 - outro Guest:Greg James, Publisher, Marijuana Venture & Host of Interchangehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-james-949a931 Host:Josh Kincaid, Capital Markets Analyst & host of your favorite business podcast.https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkincaid/ Episode XXX The #TalkingHedge...Your Favorite Business Podcast.​Covering cannabis business news, interviews, events, finance, data, and more.https://www.theTalkingHedgepodcast.com Music Info:Song: Beat | Keep On | 2020Artist: Milochromatic Beats&Song: Dark Trap Beats Hard Rap Instrumental | Gang | 2018Artist: LuxrayBeats Keywords:News, Business, Pitch Deck, Investment Deck, Investing, Stocks, RoboAdvisor, Day Trading, Money, stock markket, crypto, futures, options, equities, This is only entertainment. This is NOT financial advice.

On this episode of the Kaya Cast Podcast, we're sitting down with Krysta Jones from THC Girls, a prominent figure in the cannabis industry, for an insightful discussion on growing and scaling cannabis businesses.During our conversation, Krysta shares her strategies for staying lean and not overextending herself, the power of community and reputation in fostering success, and the significance of choosing the right products. She also emphasizes on the importance of having a concrete business plan inclusive of a budget, passion and the right location. Krysta candidly talks about the common misconceptions many newcomers have about the industry and highlights the pitfalls of jumping in without a strong understanding of the dynamics of the cannabis space. Beyond business strategies, Krysta discusses the vital aspects of building a community in the cannabis retail sector, from the influence of bud tenders for driving the brands and products to the need for staying connected and minimizing industry exhaustion. Don't miss this engaging episode full of industry insight and actionable advice! Tune in to gain from Krysta's experiences and insights in the cannabis community. A visionary Entrepreneur with over a decade of Commercial Cannabis experience in multiple markets across the nation.Krysta is responsible for injecting creativity and innovation in all areas of the Cannabis space. From Cultivation to marketing and branding, her hard work has been recognized by many publications such as Respect my Region, Marijuana Venture, and many more. Krysta was also recognized in Yahoos finest for Top 20 Women in Business. Her work ethics are equally matched with her master's abilities to cultivate quality in both agriculture and in business.When Krysta isn't busy creating businesses from the ground up or implementing strategies to make them successful, she is working on building her in house team of THC GIRLS to help build and guide individually and alongside them. Find out more about THC Girls at: https://www.thehighcountrygirls.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@THCGirls https://www.linkedin.com/in/krysta-jones-860b50132/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/thc-girls/ https://www.tiktok.com/@thehighcountrygirls https://instagram.com/thehighcountrygirls https://twitter.com/thcgirls https://www.facebook.com/THEHIGHCOUNTRYGIRLS/

Justin M. Brandt is Founding Partner at Bianchi & Brandt. He blends nearly a decade of business litigation experience with business-development savvy, setting the course for Bianchi & Brandt's top-down, holistic support of licensed cannabis operators. In addition to overseeing the firm's litigation practice and daily operations, he excels in proactive risk management and business transaction strategy. He has been named Top 40 Under 40 Rising Stars by Marijuana Venture and Top 40 Under 40 by the Phoenix Business Journal, receiving notable recognition as a cannabis attorney and business leader.Bianchi & Brandt was founded in 2019 and is a full-service Arizona-based law firm specializing in the burgeoning cannabis and psychedelic industries. Partners Laura Bianchi and Justin Brandt have a combined 24 years of experience balancing the irregularities of state versus federal legalities largely unknown to other attorneys. The firm has served as a strategic partner to more than 500 clients to date and not only assists with legal matters but is also an expert at risk management, compliance, M&A, expansion, real estate, and human resources issues that present unique challenges in highly regulated industries.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today Gabi and Laura speak with Vanessa Gabriel about the Uber Eats for Cannabis, Drop Delivery. Vanessa is the CEO and co-founder of Drop Delivery, the cannabis industry's only all-in-one delivery technology solution for delivery companies and retailers. A thirty-year-old, self-described serial entrepreneur, Vanessa previously co-founded Greenlight Technologies, a leading order-ahead and digital loyalty software in the cannabis industry, which was acquired in 2018. She's been recognized by Forbes Next 1000, Marijuana Venture 40 under 40, and is a part of the Rolling Stone Culture Council.

In this episode of Kaya Cast, we dive deep into the importance of authenticity, community, and representation in the cannabis industry. Susie Placencia who is the Co-Founder & Brand Partner for Humo, shares her journey of self-discovery and the magic that happened when she embraced her true identity as a Latina, a corporate person, and a cannabis user. She shares insights into how focusing on serving the community and staying true to one's passions can lead to success and positive change in the industry.As a Latina-led brand, Humo is on a mission to repair the harm done by the war on drugs to black and brown communities. Susie emphasizes the power of supporting diverse and women-owned brands and how doing so can send a message to investors about the importance of diversity in the industry. So sit back, light up, and join us for this powerful conversation on the Kaya Cast. Susie Plascencia is the Brand Partner at Humo Cannabis where she oversees brand development, social media, marketing, and sales. A Latina entrepreneur, storyteller  and cannabis advocate, Susie leads the pioneering, Mexican-American owned craft cannabis company's commitment to providing meaningful representation in an industry that has caused disproportionate harm to Latino communities. In 2020, Merry Jane Media named Susie a top “cannabis power player.” In 2022, Marijuana Venture included Susie in their 40 Under 40 that highlights rising stars in the industry. Susie is especially passionate about Latina representation in the cannabis industry. She's a proud Trojan and alumna of the Annenberg School of Communication and Journalism at the University of Southern California where she holds a Master of Arts in Specialized Journalism and Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations. Susie is also co-founder of MOTA Glass, a leading brand of US-made functional glass.Find out more about Humo at: https://www.gethumo.com/ https://twitter.com/susieplascencia https://www.linkedin.com/in/susieplascencia/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/gethumo/ https://www.instagram.com/latinas_cannabis https://www.instagram.com/susieplascencia https://www.instagram.com/get.humo https://www.instagram.com/susiegreens

What is the power of a story? In this behind-the-scenes episode we are joined by entrepreneur and storyteller Susie Plascencia to talk about her mission to use storytelling to reduce stigma and help the Latin American community find its place in the Cannabis industry. Susie is the founder and CEO of NightShift Digital, a boutique PR and social media marketing agency, and NightShift Cannabis, a subsidiary serving clients in cannabis and cannabis-adjacent industries. In 2020, she co-founded MOTA Glass, a Latina and veteran owned bong brand with the intent of addressing two main issues in the functional glass industry: the mass importing of product which lowers quality and devalues local production, and the continued marginalization of an overworked and underpaid minority workforce. Merry Jane Media named Susie a top “cannabis power player” that same year. In late 2021, NightShift Cannabis partnered with POSIBL to develop Humo, California's Mexican American owned cannabis brand centered on the culture and representation of the Latino community. She currently serves as Brand Partner for Humo where she oversees brand development, social media, marketing, and sales. She is passionate about Latina representation in the cannabis industry and founded Latinas in Cannabis, a nationally-recognized organization that uplifts, celebrates, and connects Latina entrepreneurs, content creators, educators, and advocates. In 2022, Marijuana Venture included Susie in their 40 Under 40 that highlights rising stars in the industry. She's a proud Trojan and alumna of the Annenberg School of Communication and Journalism at the University of Southern California where she holds a Master of Arts in Specialized Journalism and Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations. To learn more about Susie, visit https://susieplascencia.com/ To learn more about Humo Cannabis, visit https://www.gethumo.com/ #cannabis #stigma #latinx #poc #socialequity #medicalcannabis #cannabiscommunity #cannabisindustry #humo #humocannabis #fuego #curiousaboutcannabis

Welcome to Feminized, and today we're absolutely stoked to chat with the trailblazing Canna-boss, Susie Plascencia, Brand Partner for Humo, founder of NightShift Cannabis, and co-founder of iconic MOTA Glass! Susie is a powerhouse Latina entrepreneur, storyteller, and cannabis advocate, making waves in the industry and championing Latina representation.In this episode, we delve into the captivating story behind the creation of Humo, a California-based Mexican American-owned cannabis brand, and the partnership between NightShift Cannabis and POSIBL that brought it to life. Susie shares her key strategies for developing and promoting Humo while staying true to its focus on Latino culture and representation.Susie opens up about the challenges she's faced as a Latina entrepreneur in the cannabis space and how her experiences inspired her to start Latinas in Cannabis, a nationally-recognized organization that uplifts and connects Latina entrepreneurs, content creators, educators, and advocates. She shares powerful success stories and milestones that showcase the impact of Latinas in Cannabis on its members and the industry as a whole.From her background in PR and journalism to co-founding MOTA Glass and addressing the issues of quality and fair labor in the functional glass industry, Susie's multifaceted journey is a testament to her passion and dedication. She also discusses her inclusion in Marijuana Venture's 40 Under 40 and how her education at USC's Annenberg School of Communication and Journalism has influenced her storytelling and advocacy within the cannabis industry.Finally, Susie offers advice to aspiring entrepreneurs from underrepresented communities looking to enter the cannabis space, reveals her Dream Smoke Circle, and shares the women in cannabis who inspire her. So, roll a joint, get cozy, and join us for this captivating conversation with the amazing Susie Plascencia!

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/

It's been ten years since marijuana was first legalized for recreational use. Since then, the cannabis industry has exploded into a multibillion dollar industry, and is finally starting to be taken seriously as a legitimate, lucrative business.If Med Men is the Apple Store of cannabis, Drop Delivery is the next Amazon. It's the first and only all-in-one compliant delivery management platform in the cannabis industry, led by 30-year-old serial entrepreneur Vanessa Gabriel. Gabriel joins the show to chat about:Reacting quickly and efficiently in a changing marketplaceApp branding: how to do it, why to do it, and standing out from the crowdHow to scale in highly regulated and emerging marketsEliminating logistical issues to optimize customer experienceVanessa has been recognized by Forbes Next 1000, Marijuana Venture 40 Under 40, and is a part of the Rolling Stone Culture Council.About Drop Delivery: Cannabis delivery shouldn't be complicated. Drop is the software solution that empowers cannabis businesses to deliver more and manage less. We provide you with the essential tools to take control of your business – from delivery logistics to powerful marketing and inventory management.Other Areas of Discussion:-Inventory management lessons learned-What is crowdfunding?-Creating something that has not been doneThat Entrepreneur Show- The podcast where founders of companies and brands share their entrepreneurial journeys, lessons learned, tips for success, and more each Friday since 2019.Email: PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comListen to A Mental Health Break hereWebsite: https://www.VincentALanci.com/Order Lanci's BooksYouTubeShow InstagramHost InstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInFor Digital Editing / Potential Podcast Guests Inquiries, email PodcastsByLanci@Gmail.comIf you enjoyed this week's show, click the subscribe button to stay current.Listen to A Mental Health Break Episodes hereTune into Writing with Authors here

What an honor it is to have Vanessa Gabriel on the podcast this week! Vanessa is the CEO and co-founder of Drop Delivery, the cannabis industry's only all-in-one delivery technology solution for delivery companies and retailers. A thirty-year-old, self-described serial entrepreneur, Vanessa previously co-founded Greenlight Technologies, a leading order-ahead and digital loyalty software in the cannabis industry, which was acquired in 2018. She's been recognized by Forbes Next 1000, Marijuana Venture 40 under 40, and is a part of the Rolling Stone Culture Council. https://dropdelivery.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/drop-delivery/ To share a personal story on how this podcast has impacted your life, please email podcast@techgirlscode.com, or leave a podcast review. You can also connect on Facebook and Instagram at Tech Girls Code. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tech-girls-cast/support

Vanessa Gabriel is the CEO and Co-Founder at Drop Delivery, the cannabis industry's only all-in-one delivery technology solution for delivery companies and retailers. Vanessa is a thirty-year-old, self-described serial entrepreneur, who previously co-founded Greenlight Technologies, a leading order-ahead and digital loyalty software in the cannabis industry, which was acquired in 2018. She's been recognized by Forbes Next 1000, Marijuana Venture 40 under 40, and is a part of the Rolling Stone Culture Council.

Aloha! (Recorded from Waikiki) Innovation in a highly regulated market such as cannabis can be tricky to navigate. Enter, Drop, the software solution that empowers cannabis businesses to  deliver more and manage less. They provide you with the essential tools to  take control of your business – from delivery logistics to powerful  marketing and inventory management. Vanessa  previously co-founded Greenlight Technologies, a leading order-ahead and  digital loyalty software in the cannabis industry, which was acquired  in 2018. She's been recognized by Forbes Next 1000, Marijuana Venture 40 under 40, and is a part of the Rolling Stone Culture Council. Key Points Choosing Entrepreneurship over college in a Filipino family How entrepreneurship led to getting a better job --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

GUEST: Greg James, Marijuana Venture magazineHOST: Harry Brelsford, The CannaTech Group Held over two days, Interchange is a cannabis event where producers, processors, and ancillary companies meet with a series of retailers in a 1:1 private setting to convey product offerings with an end goal of structuring deals.  This unique process enhances industry-wide productivity and provides an environment to foster relationships with like-minded business professionals.  Harry Brelsford of the CannaTech Group sits down with Greg James of Marijuana Venture magazine to discuss Interchange.Read More @ TheCannaTechGroup.com

Puerto Rico has a thriving medical cannabis program because of the combined efforts of government, advocates and industry professionals who created a legal framework to provide the island's 3.2 million citizens a new option for managing their health and wellness.Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory and Puerto Ricans are American citizens but don't have congressional representation and do not vote in federal elections. And since there can be no taxation without representation, Puerto Rico does not pay U.S. Federal taxes​.Puerto Rico tax benefits for crypto should be on your radar as well as Act 60, “The Individual Investors Act”. The gains in both your stock & crypto portfolios are considered Puerto Rican sourced income and taxed at a 0% capital gains rate.Puerto Rico has been working hard to bring new businesses and high net worth individuals to the island, and as a territory, they're offering tax deals to US citizens that can't be matched by any foreign country. Episode 904 The #TalkingHedge dives into Marijuana Venture's article...https://youtu.be/ZfLdCHoaosw 

Cannabis growers and manufacturers all across the country are looking for ways to increase efficiency, lower their cost of production and get their product in front of consumers faster.The Great Resignation may have increased the rate of automation as labor shortage have been wreaking havoc on a wide variety of industries, creating the desire to reduce the amount of manual labor within any operation has never been more critical.Cannabis production lends itself well to add automation systems at nearly every step, from cloning to cultivation, harvesting, processing and packaging.Episode 880 The #TalkingHedge looks at Marijuana Venture's list of five companies manufacturing equipment to help cannabis brands streamline their operations....https://youtu.be/CxEljU-nofA

In episode 7, Evan and Jeffrey discuss how activism can lead to entrepreneurship, changing drug laws, and life… Learn more: NisonCo website, Instagram, LinkedIn; Evan Instagram; National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML); Students for Sensible Drug Policy (SSDP); Marijuana Policy Project (MPP); Death with Dignity; Camp Friendship Evan Nison has helped reform cannabis laws since 2008 and is the youngest member of the NORML National Board of Directors. He was included in Marijuana Venture's 40 under 40 and High Time's 100 Most Influential People in Cannabis. He also received a pen used to sign the New York medical marijuana law, New York legalization law, and New York 911 Good Samaritan Law. In 2012, he founded NisonCo PR one of the largest cannabis PR firms, which Business Insider called “the imminent PR agency in cannabis” in 2021. In 2018 NisonCo also launched an SEO agency, which has become a leader in cannabis SEO. With about 25 employees, the agency works with dozens of industry leaders in cannabis and other cutting-edge industries across the globe. They've represented viral celebrity brands, leading MSOs, NASDAQ and billion-dollar IPOs, national voter-registration drives, and some of the largest vaporizer and CBD brands in the country. The Observer listed NisonCo at the top of their Cannabis PR Power List in 2019. Evan has also been featured in major news outlets, including Good Morning America, the NY Times, CNN, Politico, USA Today, NBC New York, Bloomberg TV, Forbes, and has been profiled in The Cannabist, Civilized, Ithaca Times, Home News Tribune, The Marijuana Times, and the Sun Times.

Ari Sherman and Jourdan Samel are Sales & Marketing executives in the natural products industry. Ari and Jourdan Co-Founded Hemp Health and natural foods brand Evo Hemp in 2012 to facilitate the evolution of the United States family farm. By establishing a supply chain of U.S. grown hemp, they're working to revive the country's agricultural system. The Evo Hemp brand was created to bring innovative hemp based consumer products to the U.S. market. Evo's product line consists of both hemp food products and CBD infused products; and can now be found in over 3,000 retail stores nationwide including HEB, Whole Foods Market Globally, Publix, Fresh Market, Kroger, Safeway & Costco. In 2017, Ari and Jourdan were recognized by Forbes magazine as a 30 under 30 member in the Food and Drink category. In 2018 They were recognized by Marijuana Venture in their 40 under 40 category as well. Their mission is focused on reviving rural communities out of poverty through industrial farming. Recently, they announced their partnership with Native American Tribes across the country. These partnerships will highlight how hemp can be used as a tool for economic growth and prosperity in rural areas. Connect: Ari Sherman LinkedIn Jourdan Samel LinkedIn Evo Hemp Spotlights: Evo Hemp Expands Retail Footprint in Whole Foods and H-E-B Supermarkets Evo Hemp Partners With Pine Ridge Indian Reservation to Grow Organic Hemp American Hemp Documentary, Staring Jourdan Samel and Ari Sherman Y Scouts is a leadership search firm that finds purpose-aligned and performance-proven leaders to help organizations achieve their missions faster. Ready to supercharge your leadership search and get the right person in your organization? Contact Y Scouts.

Rosie Mattio is a strategic powerhouse, industry connector and influencer running the #1 ranked cannabis PR firm by Greenmarket Report. Based in New York City, her firm serves over 50 marquee cannabis clients, including Headset, Green Thumb Industries, Papa & Barkley, LeafLink, Greenlane and Curaleaf.Rosie has helped usher in the New Cannabis Age. She garners global media coverage in mainstream publications for clients, including the first cannabis article ever published in Oprah Magazine. Over the past year, her firm has grown alongside the industry, adding several marketing and communications services for clients, including IR, social media marketing, SEO, event planning and influencer marketing. Rosie Mattio has been recognized with several career achievements: Marijuana Venture 40 under 40; High Times Female 50; Forbes 15 Powerful and Innovative Women in Cannabis.

On this week's episode of PV Unfiltered, we chat with Garrett Rudolph, editor for Marijuana Venture Magazine. We chat about 40 Under 40, the cannabis industry today, and where the cannabis industry is going. Make sure you like and subscribe for new videos! PVTV OFFICIAL- Like

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Listener feedback on the Hemp market in Tennessee [28% CBD flower in gas stations?] and minor cannabinoids THCV and CBG user experiences. One Article Discussed [1] “Cornering a Tourist Market” by Marijuana Venture

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Two Articles Discussed. [1] “Why 2019 is the Year of the Terpene” by Terpenes & Testing [2] “34 Lessons in the Art of Retail” by Marijuana Venture

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Really enjoyed this talk with Garrett Rudolph, Editor in Chief from Marijuana Venture, a trade magazine for cannabis professionals. We get into the back story of how the magazine got started, what Garrett sees working (and not working) in the industry and how he sees the landscape evolving. RAD (Retailer & Dispensary) Expo coming to Portland, Oregon October 10th and 11th. FREE for all dispensary employees to attend and great for vendors trying to work with those businesses! Get our Cannabis Business eBook for FREE at www.periodiceffects.com/ebook

Brian Beckley joins us and shares his journalism background. His thinking is that most journalists are hired guns and back in the day due to his being in a punk band- he resisted. Brian started covering government writing for a print publication and then moved from upstate New York to Seattle and in a suburb of a suburb kept writing, eventually becoming an editor of a local weekly. After discussing his thoughts on the current and future news journalism landscape, Brian dives in on cannabis. His entry to the market was when he sat down with the publisher of Marijuana Venture and it was an instant match. Brian notes, his and the magazines focus is squarely on the business of cannabis.

"I am not the 'Boont' God." —Rod DeWitt About: With wave after wave of socioeconomic changes crashing into the Anderson Valley, a quiet and historically agrarian area, the lifestyle that gave rise to Boontling is quickly fading away. The fate and the future of the kitschy tongue lies solely in how the community comes to terms with market forces, the environment and, most importantly, its values.   Show Notes: [00:20] “Gymnopedies 2” by Blue Dot Sessions [01:10] Map of the Anderson Valley (SF Gate) [02:20] A list of some boontling terms Part I Part II [03:15] See more context here: [04:15] More on John Frati and Frati Horn (avwines.com) [05:25] “Veins of Coal” performed by Richie Stearns [06:45] Bruce Anderson response to Ep. 016 (The Anderson Valley Advertiser) [07:00] Instances of published satire gone awry [07:05] More light reading about the Anderson Valley Advertiser (Newsweek) [08:40] Light reading on David Severn’s time as publisher of The AVA (Editor & Publisher) [09:10] More on the “Redwood Summer” in Part I [09:20] “Lemon and Melon (Piano Version)” by Blue Dot Sessions [09:50] More on the wine explosion in Part II [10:05] Map of wineries and vineyards in the Anderson Valley (Chasingthevine.com) [10:05] List of the big wine players in the valley (The Anderson Valley Advertiser) Related reading on pesticides in the Central Valley (Pacific Standard) [11:10] Mendocino County’s history on GMOs (Wine Spectator) [12:00] “Rapids” by Blue Dot Sessions [12:20] Light reading on water use per California crop (Mother Jones) How much wine gets produced per acre (Wine Spectator) How many grapes in a bottle of wine (Vinepair) Light reading on what’s in a bottle of wine (Wine Folly) Related: The water footprint of other foods (Los Angeles Times) Related: A visual of California’s agricultural water footprint (Mother Jones) Background on an Olympic-sized swimming pool (Wikipedia) [12:30] On the issue of wine, water and drought (The Sacramento Bee) [13:10] Light reading on the vineyard irrigation debate (SF Gate) [13:40] More on Jim Doersken (The Press Democrat) [16:10] Light reading on the creek behind Doersken’s house (The Anderson Valley Advertiser) [18:50] A Brief History of California Water Policy (Public Policy Institute of California) [19:05] A little more on the City of  Los Angeles’ pueblo rights [19:45] A helpful video how water becomes a right (US Law Review) Related: Light reading on the Central and State Water Project Alexis Madrigal on the California Water Crisis (The Atlantic) John Muir on the Hetch Hetchy Issue in early 1900s (George Mason University) [21:00] Map of California’s water system (Capital Public Radio) Related: A quick primer on Gov. Jerry Brown’s water tunnel project (San Jose Mercury News) Part III of a short doc-series on tunnel project (VICE) ...and the politics playing out behind the scenes (Sacramento Bee) [21:20] Latest on Gov. Jerry Brown’s tunnel project (Los Angeles Times) [21:45] “Leavanger” (Minimal) by Blue Dot Sessions [22:15] More on The Wonderful Company and Stuart Resnick (Mother Jones) Related: The larger impact behind California agriculture (KCET) 2016 California Domestic Wine Sales and some additional background (Wine Institute) 2016 U.S. Box Office Domestic Sales (Box Office Mojo) [22:40] More on the state of California’s big green thumb (2016 California Department of Food and Agriculture) More on the race to the bottom (News Deeply) [25:20] The state of California wells (Marketplace) [26:15] More on California’s new groundwater law (KQED) And the criticisms of the mandate (Los Angeles Times) [26:25] And some light reading on California’s state mandate of 25 percent water reduction (Los Angeles Times) Related: The state of industrial well drilling (National Geographic) Related: On the prices of wells (Fresno Bee) Related: Opinion on the affordability of water (Los Angeles Times) [27:20] Light reading on the state of wells and water (Visalia Times-Delta) And from the USGS [27:45] Light reading on California’s subsidence woes from NASA [28:10] More on Will Parrish (@willparrishca) And here (The Anderson Valley Advertiser) [28:15] See his work on the wine industry here (East Bay Express) [29:55] “Kalsted” by Blue Dot Sessions [30:00] The landscape of money, politics and wine (The Anderson Valley Advertiser) More on the same story here [30:35] The “using of science as a political football…” (The Anderson Valley Advertiser) [32:40] More on Zac Robinson (Mendocino County Wine & Winegrapes) [33:30] Light reading on the groundwater basin around the Anderson Valley (California Department of Water Resources) [34:30] Overview of state water regulatory bodies and jurisdictions (California Legislative Analyst’s Office) [35:45] More on Navarro Vineyards here (princeofpinot.com) [36:00] “Exceter Lask” by Blue Dot Sessions [36:55] And another quick refresh on California water rights (UC Davis) [37:15] More on illegal diversions (The Anderson Valley Advertiser) [39:55] Light reading on Emerald Triangle [40:05] History of marijuana in California (KQED) [40:30] Light reading on Supervisor Dan Hamburg (The Anderson Valley Advertiser) [41:50] Light reading on Prop 215 (Wikipedia) Related: Breakdown of local growth limits (Green 215) [42:00] And some light reading on SB 420 (Sacramento County Public Law) [42:00] See: The Trump Administration’s stance on marijuana legalization (New York Magazine) [42:20] Results of Prop 64 (Ballotpedia) [42:30] And why 2018 matters... (Salon) Here (TIME) Here (Ukiah Daily Journal) [43:00] The association of Mexican cartels and pot growing seen here (The Press Democrat) [43:10] And on the topic of illegal pot cultivation and its impact on the environment (The Atlantic) [44:10] A further breakdown of Prop 64 with expected timeline delivery dates (California Growers Association) Related: Vineyards exploring involvement with new pot economy (Herb) Related: When pot meets wine (The New York Times) Related: Vineyards or marijuana farm? (Sacramento Bee) [44:20] More on the purchase of an old Fetzer Wine property for cannabis investment (The Press Democrat) Related: Behind the scenes on a pot farm (KALW) Related: On the topic of producing vices during times of drought (Nautilus) [44:30] The water that goes into marijuana (Marijuana Venture) [45:20] “Levanger” by Blue Dot Sessions [48:30] “Tolls Folly” by Blue Dot Sessions [49:00] More on the state of the Navarro (The Anderson Valley Advertiser) More at thisissomenoise.com

My guest in this episode is Greg James from Marijuana Venture. In March of 2014, Greg launched a pure business magazine for the emerging legal marijuana industry. Marijuana Venture is the nation's only true monthly B2B for licensed legal cannabis businesses. Growth has been rapid. The magazine is now distributed nationally and is a 160+ page glossy publication featuring articles on subjects as diverse as legal issues, tax laws, and new growing and retailing techniques. In Dec of 2015, Marijuana Venture was presented with a MIN Award in NY as a “Hottest release of 2015”. A MIN award is the magazine industry’s highest honour for achievement. Marijuana Venture has received praise from Forbes Magazine covering the marijuana business space, the magazine did a great article on how it is covering the marijuana business space in an article, Marijuana Venture Magazine Goes Beyond 'Bongs And Thongs'. I am honoured to have Greg on the show and super excited to learn more about what is going on in this business. Interview Links: Marijuana Venture If you have enjoyed our podcast, please share with friends and family Please Subscribe, Rate, and Review on Itunes so more people can find us! so more people can find us! Please Support Us by Becoming A Patron on Patreon Open Your Goldmoney Account & Get A 5% Bonus Support Our Sponsors Joint Ops Properties, have designed a system to take any beginner to an experienced deal making investor in the least amount of time, offering opportunities from basic education, coaching, bridge investing to turn-key investments in the cash flowing market of St. Louis, MO. www.jointopsproperties.com Spartan Invest, helps investors create passive income and wealth through turnkey ownership in Birmingham Alabama. www.spartaninvest.com Norada Real Estate helps take the guesswork out of real estate investing.  By researching top real estate growth markets and structuring complete turnkey real estate investments, we help you succeed by minimizing risk and maximizing profitability. www.noradarealestate.com Valhalla Wealth Financial, reclaim the banking function within your own life with the premier strategies of the Wealthy. www.valhallawealth.com Audible, download any audio book for FREE when you try Audible for 30 days www.cashflowninjabook.com Thanks so much for joining me again. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post! Also, please leave an honest review for the Cashflow Ninja Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! They do matter in the rankings of the show, and I read each and every one of them. And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates, please follow me on twitter @mclaubscher and Instagram, @cashflowninjapodcast. Until next time! Live a life of passion and purpose on YOUR terms, M.C. Laubscher

Today on Grassroots Marketing Karen Canton is joined by Greg James, President and Founder of Marijuana Venture Magazine and Jacob Silverstein, Marketing Manager for Las Vegas ReLeaf. Marijuana Venture is the only monthly B2B trade publication dedicated to the legal marijuana industry. In March 2014, the debut newsletter was shipped to more than 4,000 people who had applied for marijuana-related business licenses in Washington. In a span of one year, the publication went from eight pages to 148 and continues to improve with each issue. Marijuana Venture now has about 12,000 subscribers to the print edition and is available in every major bookstore chain in North America. Las Vegas ReLeaf is a legally approved medical marijuana dispensary in the city of Las Vegas, NV. We provide a convenient way for medical marijuana patients to receive their MMJ medication legally and affordably. Patients can visit us in the marijuana dispensary or order online from our marijuana website and get their MMJ medication delivered to their door. Las Vegas ReLeaf is dedicated to helping medical cannabis patients get the medicine and “releaf” they need while providing them with the respect and care they deserve in a world class Las Vegas cannabis dispensary.

Grassroots Marketing speaks with Laura Beohner is President of The Healing Rose, an Organic Cannabinoid Wellness Brand. She is the Founder and Director of MA Hemp Coalition. Plant Medicine & Cannabis Activist. Basketball & Softball Coach. Twin Mom. BoD for Elevate Northeast & NOSHA.Using 100% natural ingredients and 99% organic ingredients, The Healing Rose line uses the finest ingredients to create the most therapeutic CBD salves and topicals. Helping a range of different conditions and ailments, you can check them out at http://thehealingroseco.com/ The Healing Rose Company, based in Massachusetts, handcrafts hemp-derived CBD infused body care products in small batches using natural and organic ingredients. They combine organic herbs and essential oils with hemp-derived, 100% THC-Free Phytocannabinoid Rich Hemp Oil with only high-quality organic kinds of butter & oils. They've spent countless hours developing formulas through extensive research & development. Their body care products are made with care in Andover, MA. Massachusetts-based cannabis and hemp advocate, educator and entrepreneur Laura Beohner is president and co-founder of The Healing Rose Company, which offers handcrafted organic body care products using full-spectrum CBD hemp oil. Organic is important for Beohner, because so many beauty and wellness products come with unwanted side effects. “When you use all-organic ingredients, you don't get those pesticides and heavy metals that are on so many cosmetic ingredients,” she says.Laura has spoken about cannabis, topicals, marketing, branding, entrepreneurship, and product development in the cannabis and hemp industries at the Boston Freedom Rally, Women Grow Boston, Women Grow Connecticut, New England Cannabis Convention, East Coast Cannabis Conference, New England Cannabis Convention, CannaCon Boston, Cannabis & Migraine Symposium and more.Laura co-founded Massachusetts Hemp Coalition and serves on the board of directors at Northeast Sustainable Hemp Association and Elevate New England (@elevatenewengland). She is a girls' basketball coach.She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurial Studies from Northeastern University and graduated from the Northeastern Institute of Cannabis. She's been featured in Boston Business Journal, New England Public Radio, Sensi Magazine, Emerald Magazine, The Enterprise, Marijuana Venture and more.

Today on Grassroots Marketing Karen Canton is joined by Greg James, President and Founder of Marijuana Venture Magazine and Jacob Silverstein, Marketing Manager for Las Vegas ReLeaf. Marijuana Venture is the only monthly B2B trade publication dedicated to the legal marijuana industry. In March 2014, the debut newsletter was shipped to more than 4,000 people who had applied for marijuana-related business licenses in Washington. In a span of one year, the publication went from eight pages to 148 and continues to improve with each issue. Marijuana Venture now has about 12,000 subscribers to the print edition and is available in every major bookstore chain in North America.Las Vegas ReLeaf is a legally approved medical marijuana dispensary in the city of Las Vegas, NV. We provide a convenient way for medical marijuana patients to receive their MMJ medication legally and affordably. Patients can visit us in the marijuana dispensary or order online from our marijuana website and get their MMJ medication delivered to their door. Las Vegas ReLeaf is dedicated to helping medical cannabis patients get the medicine and “releaf” they need while providing them with the respect and care they deserve in a world class Las Vegas cannabis dispensary.