Podcasts about mj unpacked

In and around events-world for years, Seattle-based CEO and co-founder of MJ Unpacked, George Jage, sowed the seeds for a show committed to the cannabis sector back in 2014. MJ Unpacked, the biggest trade event in a now burgeoning business, hits St Louis, Missouri, this month and Atlantic City, New Jersey, next spring. Aimed exclusively at retail and brand executives on a national scale, it promises quality collaborations, product innovation and cutting-edge scientific advancements as well as access to deal flow and capital. In this episode, George talks about starting a national cannabis CPG (consumer packaged goods) show before there was a national cannabis CPG market, the legalisation process, from Colorado to California and beyond – every state has its own regulatory structure, politics, tax, and infrastructure. With questions from host James Dickson, George discusses the cannabis spoils, ‘This is some really powerful medicine from nature that's been with us since we crawled out of our caves', going on to dig into the makeup of MJ Unpacked, how it adapts for different cities/states, the benefit of controlling audiences and protecting exhibitors/suppliers. A real education in 30 minutes. To keep up to date with all the news, subscribe for free here. If you would like to take part in a podcast, then please complete our submission form.

Welcome to the Green Rush, a weekly conversation at the intersection of cannabis, psychedelics, the capital markets, and culture, produced by KCSA Podcast Labs. Today, our hosts sat down with George Jage, Co-Founder and CEO of Jage Media, the driving force behind MJ Unpacked, the acclaimed cannabis trade event tailored exclusively for retail and brand executives. Since 2019, George and his team have been dedicated to fostering community within the cannabis industry through dynamic business media and events. His previous roles include serving as President of Marijuana Business Daily and CEO of DOPE Magazine. Recognized for his contributions, George has received prestigious awards such as the Nevada Entrepreneur Award and the Jerry Valen Award of Distinction. Through initiatives like MJ Unpacked, George continues to enhance the cannabis industry by facilitating valuable networking opportunities and promoting growth and collaboration. As a reminder, the next MJ Unpacked events are on Nov. 5 - 7, 2024, Union Station Hotel, St. Louis, MO and Apr. 29 - May 1, 2025, Hard Rock Hotel, Atlantic City, NJ So don't sit back, lean forward and enjoy! Links to guest's social media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgejage/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/georgejage  Links and Mentions: MJ Unpacked: https://mjunpacked.com/  Jage Media: https://jagemedia.com/  World Tea Expo: https://www.worldteaexpo.com/  MJBizDaily: https://mjbizdaily.com/  MJBizCon: https://mjbizconference.com/  Dope Magazine: https://dopemagazine.com/  Show Credits: This episode was hosted by Anne Donohoe and Phil Carlson of KCSA Strategic Communications. Special thanks to our Program Director, Shea Gunther, and Executive Producer, Maria Petsanas. 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: @KCSAPodcastLabs Instagram: @KCSAPodcastLabs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kcsapodcastlabs/ Check out our new podcast, Alternatively Speaking. The first 10-episode series dives into the world of longevity, exploring the advancements and challenges surrounding the pursuit of living longer, healthier lives. https://altspeaking.com/ 

Taken from the conference session at MJ Unpacked Detroit, Oct. 10-12, 2023, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. This panel, hosted by Hybrid Marketing Co.'s Director of Strategy, Jen Lamboy, features expert commentary from Native Roots Cannabis Company Chief Sales Officer, Denise De Nardi, Ajoya Brands CEO, Joey Gindi, and Dispense's Business Development Manager, Jeremy Johnson.

Prepare yourself for an electrifying edition of Grow Sessions because we are thrilled to have a special guest with us today! Joining us is Wendy Campbell from Jage Media / MJ Unpacked, and she is about to spill all the secrets to a successful trade show season in an episode titled "Mastering Your Trade Show Strategy for Success." If you've recently returned from the excitement of MJBizCon, then you absolutely cannot afford to miss this perfectly timed episode.Here's a sneak peek of what awaits you:Carefully selecting the ideal shows that align with your specific needsImplementing strategic marketing, budgeting, and planning techniquesUtilizing evaluation strategies for achieving peak performanceEssential questions to ask show organizers before committingUnveiling the mysteries behind ROI (Return on Investment), ROO (Return on Objective), and ROE (Return on Experience)What the future of the cannabis industry looks like and much moreJoin us as we embark on a captivating journey through various types of shows, from order writing exhibitions to must-attend industry events. These shows offer countless networking and branding opportunities, but are they the right fit for you? Discover how to accomplish more with less, flawlessly present your booth, and engage in continual learning.We will also share invaluable insights on overcoming Trade Show Fatigue (yes, it's a real thing!) and provide priceless tips for a thorough post-event review and follow-up.But hold on, there's  more to – this episode is packed with surprises! Get ready for the ultimate guide to trade show success – you won't want to miss out on this brand new episode.About Wendy Campbell, JAG Media / MJ UnpackedWhen obstacles arise, you change direction to reach your goal; you do not change your decision to get there.  I am a change agent.  My LIFE is letting go of resistance and doing what is necessary to create working solutions that lead to meeting and exceeding goals.  It is what I am most passionate about.  With 28+ years of experience in sales, marketing, and product management, primarily for consumer packaged goods, I am more driven and more excited than ever to embrace, wholeheartedly, being a change agent as I continue my passion - - working to discover what is needed to create profit-making solutions for companies involved in the sales and marketing of cannabis consumer products. To learn more, please visit MJ Unpacked or reach out to Wendy on Linkedin.Thanks for listening. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast to receive upcoming episodes.

Cannabis Microdosing with Jason Durnett #129 Microdosing is taking the “low & slow” approach to cannabis. It refers to titration, the process of finding out how much or how little CBD or THC you need to feel the effects you're looking for. there's no such thing as a “standard dose” when it comes to cannabis. Everyone's body reacts differently, and there are a number of factors that impact how you feel after sampling a new strain. Finding the perfect balance for your body is a personal process. The goal is to repeatable predict a feeling you love, whether it's a surge of creativity or a wave of calm. In today's episode, we return to MJ Unpacked to meet Jason Durnett of MiDos and discuss the benefits of cannabis microdosing.    Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of Habanero Media.  https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to  https://cannabisadvocatepodcast.com/listen/ If you have a question or comment, https://cannabisadvocatepodcast.com/contact  

How To Optimize Cannabis Training with Brett King #126   What's one of the most difficult challenges when scaling a cannabis business? Training. Well-written and easily accessible training can lower turnover, raise compliance, build customer loyalty, and raise the quality of end products. In this episode, we meet Brett King from Learn Leaf. I met Brett on the tradeshow floor at MJ Unpacked to discuss how to optimize cannabis training. We chatted about the challenges of providing quality training on time.    Cannabis Advocate Podcast The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success. This is a production of Habanero Media.  https://habaneromedia.net To subscribe to the podcast go to  https://cannabisadvocatepodcast.com/listen/ If you have a question or comment, https://cannabisadvocatepodcast.com/contact  

Sara travels to MJ Unpacked in New York and sat down with Lana Van Brunt, Founder and Co-CEO of Sackville & Co. [Ep84]

Sara travels to MJ Unpacked in New York and sat down with Matt Hawkins, founder and managing principal of Entourage Effect Capital [Ep83]

Participating in the Cannabis industry by going to conferences and expos is a great way to meet the people who make the businesses in this space tick, as well as get information on where the industry might be headed in the future.  Attempting to break the mold set by other Cannabis conventions, MJ Unpacked is a distinctive event for nationwide license holders and accredited investors to connect, collaborate, and prepare for expansion. Attendance is exclusive to cannabis retail and brand executives, with the title manager and above and investors actively investing in the space. While most expos focus on services or products surrounding the industry, MJ Unpacked saw a need for a space where Cannabis business executives could meet and mingle with investors who are looking to enter the space or expand their portfolios. A unique venture in the world of Cannabis conferences, MJ Unpacked helps put Cannabis business owners and executives in the same room with accredited investors who want to find companies that are looking for capital to fund a startup, or raise money to scale an existing operation. Attendance at MJ Unpacked events is exclusive to Cannabis retail and brand executives, and investors that have been actively operating in the industry, so there is a stronger concentration on building businesses at these conferences, as opposed to products or services. In our latest podcast episode, MJ Unpacked Founder and CEO George Jage provides insight on what Cannabis investors are looking for in potential business partners, how MJ Unpacked is changing the Cannabis industry, and the ways that expo attendees can make the most out of their networking time at Cannabis events! The next MJ Unpacked happens in Detroit from October 10th-12th. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dopecfo/message

We speak with George Jage, best known for producing the bi-annual MJ Unpacked Conference, one of the most influential cannabis events of its kind that places passionate cannabis retailers, brands, and accredited investors at the center of it all, with unique opportunities to connect, collaborate and access capital. We also the conference's commitment to social equity and their upcoming Fall 2023 event in Detroit, Michigan, from October 10th through 12th at the Motorcity Casino Hotel.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Join us in this exciting episode of the Kaya Cast podcast as we speak with Irfan Bhola, the CEO and founder of The Flower Agency. Irfan shares his extensive knowledge and experience in digital marketing and breaking traditional norms to build a brand presence, especially in the ever-growing cannabis industry. We delve into what makes a brand stand out, the importance of personalization, and how omnichannel marketing strategies can be used effectively. Whether you're a mom and pop dispensary, a social equity licensee and even a huge brand like Kiva Gummies, Irfan offers practical tips and insights on how to grow your brand in this increasingly competitive market. Tune in to learn more and get inspired on your own cannabis business journey.  Irfan Bhola has over 15 years of experience as a digital marketer, making him an exceptionally qualified and skilled professional. In order to develop tactics that continuously produce outstanding results, he has continually honed his skills across a range of marketing channels, including search, social media, influencer marketing, programmatic advertising, digital out-of-home, SMS, email, audio, TV, and affiliate marketing. Irfan has built complete growth and performance marketing campaigns for a wide range of customers throughout his career, including like Spotify, Uber, Grubhub, Expedia, Netflix, P&G, Apple, and eBay. Irfan entered the cannabis market in 2019 by starting The Flower Agency, a custom omni-channel marketing firm that focuses on working with cannabis and psychedelic brands, retailers, advocacy organizations, and ancillary services like MJ Unpacked, Cann, Houseplant, FundCanna, Kiva, Caliva, Grassdoor, and Harborside. In the cannabis market, it has been demonstrated that focusing on client acquisition, engagement, retention, and awareness is quite effective. Find out more about The Flower Agency at: https://www.theflower.agency https://www.linkedin.com/in/irfanbhola https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-flower-agency

Introducing Wendy Campbell, VP of Sales at the Leading B2B Cannabis Conference, MJ Unpacked, on the MITA Unshackled Podcast, the Premier Cannabis Industry Show.Keep watching and subscribe today! Support our sponsors:Dr. George Stantchev Pure 5 Extraction https://pure5extraction.com/Jack Herer https://www.jackherer.com/Calyfx https://www.calyfx.com/MITA YOUTUBE / @mitausa MITA Website https://mita.us/MITA LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/company/mita...MITA INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mitausa/ Filmed at MJUnpacked NYC: https://mjunpacked.com

In this episode, I sit down with Amy Deneson, a key player in the cannabis industry and a representative of the Cannabis Media Council (https://www.cannabismediacouncil.com/). We're on-site at the bustling MJ Unpacked event in New York City, in the heart of the movement pushing to reprogram the American perception of cannabis.Amy gives us insight into the innovative strategies used by the Cannabis Media Council to educate, inform, and transform societal attitudes toward cannabis use. We dive deep into the group's latest campaign, "I'm High Right Now," aiming to normalize and destigmatize cannabis consumption.From breaking down misconceptions to empowering consumers with knowledge and changing the narrative, Amy's insights provide a thought-provoking look at the future of cannabis in America. Whether you're a seasoned cannabis enthusiast, a curious newcomer, or somewhere in between, this episode of Feminized is a must-listen!Join us for this enlightening conversation and let's embrace cannabis together.Don't forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more episodes of Feminized!#Feminized #LizGrow #AmyDeneson #CannabisMediaCouncil #MJUnpacked #ImHighRightNow #CannabisIndustry #CannabisCultureVISIT OUR WEBSITE WWW.FEMINIZEDPODCAST.COMPLEASE SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW if THE SPIRIT MOVES YOUApple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/feminized-with-liz-grow/id1598642379 Grateful for your iTunes rating, it helps other listeners find us! YOUTUBE: Feminized Podcast → Please subscribe, we're going to start uploading bonus conversations, clips, and projects and it helps others find usInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/feminizedwithlizgrow/I'd love your feedback, please don't be shy. If you have ideas for trips, wish to sponsor, or have general feedback that will help us do better, please email liz@growhousemedia.co (not .com)

The RMR Podcast: Music, Cannabis, and Marketing Welcome to episode 67 of the RMR Podcast, Mitch Pfeifer and Joey Brabo are joined by Cody Salerno of asap Cannabis Marketing and Will Ried of River Run Gardens live in New York City during MJ Unpacked at the Media Mixtape Vol. 1 after party. This episode covers impressions on the MJ Unpacked conference, legal cannabis in NYC, and cannabis from Maryland and Massachusetts. The Media Mixtape Vol 1 After Party was presented by The Bluntness, Sensi Media, The Farechild, and Joint Venture Co. More at www.respectmyregion.com

Brothers Bill and Jeff of Beard Bros. Pharms known for their reputation as outspoken advocates of the cannabis plant sit down at MJ Unpacked with Host Demitri Downing J.D. and Co-hosts Ari Munoz and Destinee Blanco.

We are choppin' it up about one of the most exclusive cannabis events, MJ Unpacked. MJ Unpacked is an event that brings the cannabis cannabis retailers, and investors together under one roof. This helps to provide great networking opportunities and gives small businesses and retailers the chance to collaborate and access capital. You can collaborate with professionals, explore expansion opportunities, and show the investors what you got! We also had a chance to head over to Planet 13 for not only the Lady Led Collabs event, we had a chance to see what Fresh Karma had in store.You can listen to the High Budtenders Potcast on all major podcast services or at www.highbudtenders.com/podcast. If you have any questions about MJ Unpacked feel free to reach out to us on Instagram and all other social media apps at @highbudtenders. We thank you for listening and as always, Stay High, Budtenders!

Being an entrepreneur is tough! Start that same business in Cannabis and it's at least 10x more difficult. What about starting a business with your spouse as a co-founder and business partner? Maybe try to start an in-person events company a month before a global pandemic? Yeah… George & Kim Jage have done all that. Still love each other! And after two events in Las Vegas and New York, they are onto something disruptive, and are returning to Las Vegas this September! Kim is the energetically connected to the Universe type. Someone who would choose a college major to travel and understand the humans of this world better. She loves people, their energy, and sharing their passions. George is the stolen motorcycles, gas station weed, mushroom walks with undercover cops kind of guy, who unsurprisingly always got himself into trouble. In doing so he built a key skill of how to get out of it and that essential “make it work” drive that helped him start many successful businesses. Following her passion for plant medicine, their meeting at a Tea expo George was running was predicted by Marcus, Kim's naturopathic friend. The connection was immediate! The resulting story is how they came to start a journey as life and business partners, pandemics and all.  Please enjoy the founders journey of starting a disruptor event for Cannabis Brands and Retailers, MJ Unpacked, with co-founders George & Kim Jage Professional Summary: Kim Jage is an award-winning B2B brand developer and marketing executive. She is co-founder and chief marketing officer at Jage Media, as well as their affiliated cannabis CPG trade show, MJ Unpacked, and their media arm, MJ Brand Insights, which provides news and intel to cannabis industry professionals. Empathetic, energetic, and innovative, Kim is an expert in messaging and developing meaningful connections that build community and deliver return on investment. Prior to founding Jage Media and its properties, Kim was partner and vice president of sales & marketing at World Tea Media, director of sales & marketing at F+W Media, and president of Frost Jage Consulting. Under Kim's leadership, World Tea Expo was three times named Fastest 50 by Tradeshow Week Magazine. Kim has won numerous awards in advertising and brand development. She was named Expo Elite by Expo Magazine in 2013. Kim holds a Bachelor in International Politics from Hofstra University and is a certified yogi trained under the guidance of acclaimed practitioner Annie Carpenter. She enjoys spending quality time with her family, photography, hiking, and traveling, extensively — Kim's traveled to over 35 countries! For more information, please visit:https://www.jagemedia.com/ ( https://www.jagemedia.com) George Jage is an award-winning event producer and media executive with nearly 3 decades of experience. He was a founding partner and lead executive for the Off-price Show ('93-'01) and World Tea Media ('02-'14. George entered the cannabis industry in 2014 as President of MJBizDaily and was the lead architect of MJBizCon from 2014 through 2017, scaling the event from 20 table tops to over 100,000 net sq ft of exhibits at the Las Vegas Convention Center. George went on to serve as CEO of Dope Media and lead the sale of company assets to High Times Holding Corp in 2018. In 2018, George launched an exclusive microcap event to help drive investment into the growing number of publicly traded cannabis companies. In his latest media play, George launched Jage Media in partnership with his wife, Kim Jage, to meet the needs of the market and provide focused events to the CPG brands and retailers driving the industry forward. Company Summary: All it takes is a spark. MJ Unpacked is the first cannabis event of its kind that places passionate cannabis retailers and THC CPG brands at the center of it all, with unique opportunities to connect, collaborate and access capital. In a newly imagined format, executives are free to learn...

Every brand has a story, but few have a combination of family recipe, story, and legacy quite like Dr. Norm's. Dr. Norm was a real person–a well respected M.D. His wife, Audrey, was a professional pharmacist and beloved baker. Their children started a traditional cookie company to honor their mother, and it's since become one of California's best selling cannabis cookie and brownie brands. Today's guest is none other than one of Dr. Norm's son and a co-founder of the company, Jeff Koz. We met at MJ Unpacked, and we're thrilled to have him on the podcast to share the story of his brand and his unique experiences. In this episode, you'll find out how Jeff and his sister broke into the cannabis industry, how Jeff and his sister Roberta honed their product and scaled their business, and the innovations shaping the future of the edibles space. KEY TAKEAWAYS How Dr. Norm's kids launched a traditional baking company to honor their parents–and what led them to take a leap into cannabis edibles. How Jeff and his sister Roberta learned how to get their flavors and dosages just right with their edibles. The challenges of expanding cannabis brands across state lines. What Dr. Norm's is doing to tell an authentic story with their brand while exploring activations, lifestyle marketing, and other outlets. Why Jeff thinks we're still three years away from federal legalization. Show Notes For complete show notes, including transcripts, takeaways, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit SoHoExp.com/57 To learn more about the podcast and get access to all episodes, visit: SoHoExp.com/GreenRepeal

In this episode, we are joined by George Jage. George is a co-founder and CEO of Jage Media. Jage Media is a business to business company that produces distinctive events and focused content that accelerate the growth and profitability of cannabis brands and retailers. Jage Media also produces B2B event MJ Unpacked and publishes MJ Brand Insights, providing up-to-the-minute industry intelligence and in-depth research. Previously, Jage served as CEO of Dope Media, leading its acquisition of High Times. He's also held senior posts at Marijuana Business Daily, F&W's Beverage Group, World Tea Media and the Off-Price Show. Topics: 1. Events & Engagement 2. What Makes a Good Media Acquisition 3. Cannabis Media * Twitter - @TheCannabisRev2 * LinkedIn - @thecannabisreview * Episode Library - https://www.thecannabisreview.ie + Jage Media https://jagemedia.com

George discusses creating impactful cannabis industry events for brands and retailers, New York as the next epicenter of cannabis and what's in store for future events.

Annie Davis is a Clio award-winning business strategist, marketing leader and investor with nearly twenty-years of experience building lasting teams and brands for companies spanning consumer packaged goods, renewable energy, natural products and, of course, cannabis. She has worked for Flow Kana, a leading brand of sun grown flower, Care By Design, a pioneer in CBD wellness, and led direct-to-consumer and strategic partnerships for one of Joyce's favorite brands, Garden Society, a craft cannabis operator serving women in search of new, more holistic ways to rejuvenate from the chaos of their daily lives. Annie is also a fierce advocate for ESG (environmental, social, governance) and diverse representation in cannabis. She serves as a mentor to underrepresented founders through Our Academy and Eaze's Momentum Accelerator, and as an Advisor to MJ Unpacked, Royal Technology Agriculture, High Confectionary, Garden Society and Cannabis Doing Good. And she is wicked smaaart! Annie holds a BA in Political Science from Yale University and an MBA from Harvard Business School, where she co-founded the HBS Green Business Alumni Association and she'd also the mom of two.Topics Discussed(1:20) Momma Janes Resin Cleaner(3:30) Bountiful Farms and The Smoke Shop(4:20) CD Freedom Retreat(5:12) Susan Cain and Bittersweet(6:19) Thank You Mary Jane's People(6:33) Annie Davis Introduction(7:60) Growing Impact(8:45) Annie Canna Mom Story(11:60) Fractionalized Work(12:47) Garden Society(15:13) Audiogram(16:12) Canna Mom Shame(19:30) Harvard Business School(23:30) Cannabis Business Innovations(27:00) Our Academy(29:00) Cannabis Media Council(30:30) Cannabis Marketing(33:32) The Cannabis in Boston(34:10) Thank You Mary Jane's People(35:15) Back with Annie Davis – Boston Connections(36:00) Rebel Spirit(37:00) Growing Impact(43:22) Connect with Annie on Email or on Growing Impact WebsiteThank you for your support and please subscribe so you never miss an episode!The Canna Mom Show wants to thank:Josh Lamkin and Bella Jaffe for writing and performing TCMS theme music 

Today, Rick and Jeff “unpack” their experience at the MJ Unpacked conference at the Hilton Hotel in Midtown Manhattan as they share their thoughts, highlights, and the sights and sounds from the event. At this high-energy event, they saw more deals get done than ever before, tons of new brands working to enter the space, and a huge number of opportunities taking shape as New York and New Jersey grow into the gigantic markets they're inevitably going to become. While they were there, they caught up with Rusty Wilenkin, CEO of Old Pal. In his words, Old Pal is aiming to create the “Bud Light of weed”–a cannabis product for the everyman that's accessible, affordable, and simple, reminiscent of the era when weed was weed. In this episode, you'll hear more from MJ Unpacked and learn about a ton of exciting brands we discovered at the conference. Then, in our interview with Rusty, we get into how he transitioned out of the legacy market and invented a category, how he's building a cannabis brand at a massive national scale, and his long game for growing Old Pal's portfolio in a fast-moving industry. KEY TAKEAWAYS Why the cannabis industry is maturing so rapidly, attracting more capital than ever before, and on track to skyrocket with legalization on the East Coast. How Rusty defines the “core user” in the world of cannabis–and why so many brands aren't reaching those people. Why great brands often fail to achieve success at scale–and how Rusty learned from the critical mistakes he made in the first year of Old Pal. What Old Pal is doing to get themselves into emerging markets as they open up. What it means to launch the “Four Loko” of cannabis products–and why Rusty is so excited about it. Show Notes For complete show notes, including transcripts, takeaways, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit SoHoExp.com/53 To learn more about the podcast and get access to all episodes, visit: SoHoExp.com/GreenRepeal

Do you like edibles? What do you like about them? People who don't tend to have the same complaints; it takes too long to hit, it lasts too long, it makes me tired. What if we could solve some of these complaints? Kim of Azuca and their "precursor" product have started to chip away at the edibles gap for new consumers. For those who like to smoke, the effects of new emulsion technologies may hit you differently than you expect. Kim and I chatted from MJ Unpacked about onset time, offset time, the downsides of distillate, and whether it was worth it to sponsor the conference. https://azuca.co/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-sanchez-rael-49379/

Hello and welcome back fellow High Risers! We have another industry information packed episode for you once again.Cy and Emily get right into it with a little cannabis business events recap from MJ Unpacked in New York to Lyft&Co in 'Trono' After that our hosts talk about the state of New Jersey's successful first month of adult use legal cannabis ($5 per week) amazing. Continuing on, the conversation stays on states news, where we learn that Delaware's current governor has vetoed a legalization bill — maybe it's not as bad as it sounds. Meanwhile The ocean state Rhode Island is fired up and ready to go with adult use cannabis, excited to hear about small but mighty sales to come out of there soon.Concluding, Cy and Emily discuss JW AM suing RIV and Samuel Adams getting into the beverages category by releasing an infused tea…so customers can enjoy tea parties more often.Thank you as always for streaming in to the High Rise, we look forward to serving up many more laid back, data backed conversations for you each week. Please remember to like and subscribe!https://www.headset.io/industry-reports/the-new-jersey-cannabis-market-the-first-month-of-saleshttps://grownin.com/2022/05/23/185-illinois-adult-use-dispensary-licenses-might-finally-officially-be-awarded-this-friday/https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/riv-capital-announces-receipt-of-application-in-connection-with-etain-acquisition-301553474.htmlhttps://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-boston-beer-company-introduces-teapot-a-new-line-of-cannabis-infused-iced-teas-301552330.htmlhttps://quartr.com

This week, we're reporting from the floor of the MJ Unpacked Conference here in New York City. Over the course of three days, we had the opportunity to learn firsthand about the latest innovations in the industry and connect with a number of power players doing fascinating things. First up is Elizabeth Becker. After working in film in LA, Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal, Elizabeth launched HiBnb–a fully compliant marketplace that offers cannabis-friendly accommodations and activities to enthusiasts while giving producers and retailers access to amazing marketing opportunities. In our interview with Elizabeth, you'll learn why she never assumes that cannabis consumers are dirty or might burn the house down, how her startup fosters community, and the unique challenges she's facing as an entrepreneur in this fast-moving, fast-growing space. Next, we're joined by Brandon Dorsky and Maggie Wilson, CEO and CMO of Fruit Slabs which is an award-winning and kosher-friendly edible brand. Brandon has over a dozen years of experience as an attorney working to build businesses and create intellectual property, and Maggie is an expert-level cannabis sommelier–and became the first Black female to hold that title in 2018. We had the chance to talk with them about how their business has changed since launching in 2015, the ins and outs of getting federal patents for cannabis products, and where to market in a world that's so quick to punish cannabis brands that aren't doing anything wrong. KEY TAKEAWAYS How HiBnb uniquely provides support to cannabis tourists, brands, and products. Why so many “cannapreneurs” can outsource so few of their operations to other companies–and why they often struggle to find funding. What makes California such a difficult place to build and grow a cannabusiness right now. How Fruit Slabs is connecting with customers while offering a better product at a higher price point. Why Maggie recommends that any business that loses access to Instagram move their operations over to Pinterest. Show Notes For complete show notes, including transcripts, takeaways, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit SoHoExp.com/52 To learn more about the podcast and get access to all episodes, visit: SoHoExp.com/GreenRepeal

Does the east coast want California cannabis brands? While most California cannabis brands struggle to find relevancy (and profitability), Big Pete's is bringing its #1 selling cookies to New York and beyond. Licensing and a franchise-like-model looks to be very profitable for them in AZ, NV, CO vs the asset heavy MSOs. Little Pete joins me live from MJ Unpacked and dives deep into: *cannabutter *distribution / d2c *what makes a good brand *quality control *what its like to be a legacy brand https://bigpetestreats.com/

Many executives in the cannabis industry will be heading to New York City this month for the MJ Unpacked conference from May 18 to 20—and not just to see Ghost Face Killah in concert. The event, only in its second year, offers a chance for cannabis CPG brands, retailers, and investors to make deals, network, and get excited about the NYC market. Guests George and Kim Jage are the founders of MJ Unpacked. They talk about why they started the event, what to expect, and their predictions for the legal cannabis biz on the east coast.

Many executives in the cannabis industry will be heading to New York City this month for the MJ Unpacked conference from May 20 to 22—and not just to see Ghost Face Killah in concert. The event, only in its second year, offers a chance for cannabis CPG brands, retailers, and investors to make deals, network, and get excited about the NYC market. Guests George and Kim Jage are the founders of MJ Unpacked. They talk about why they started the event, what to expect, and their predictions for the legal cannabis biz on the east coast.

As the cannabis industry matures and more states come online for recreational sales, it is more essential than ever that leaders from around the country collaborate, network and share solutions for cannabis pain points. Like traditional CPG industries, trade shows are an effective and essential avenue to bring together the leaders of the cannabis industry and discuss the issues of today. In this episode, Kim Jage, co-founder of Jage Media, the creators of the MJ Unpacked trade show, discusses how their unique event pushes cannabis into the future. She explains the cannabis industry's need for collaboration amongst top industry executives, facilitated by events like MJ Unpacked that foster meaningful conversation and solution-oriented innovation. Kim also talks about their upcoming New York City event and the topical issues that will be discussed, including brand-building via licensing, how CPG and retail brands translate coast to coast and what restorative justice in cannabis looks like.

Cannabis Daily is a cannabis news and interview program from Business of Cannabis. We highlight the companies, brands, people and trends driving the cannabis industry.Business of Cannabis is a cannabis industry platform marrying cannabis news, video and podcast content, newsletters and online and real-world cannabis events.MJ Unpacked is next week. Taking place in NYC, the conference will bring together brands, retailers, and investors, as well as an unprecedented level of diversity for a business conference. MJ Unpacked is a focused, exclusive, and intimate event where real connections are made and deals get done. You can get tickets on their website now: https://bofc.me/mjunpackedSeptember 22-23 | Join us for Business of Cannabis: New York - a two-day expo and event highlighting cannabis retail tech, design and data as well as the emerging, new capital of cannabis: New York.https://bofc.me/bofcny2022Tune in on YouTube everyday at 10 am Eastern: https://bofc.me/youtubeVisit Business of Cannabis online:http://businessofcannabis.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/bofc_mediaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/businessofcannabisInstagram: https://instagram.com/businessofcannabisFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bofcmediaSpotify: http://bofc.me/spotifyApple: http://bofc.me/applepodPodcasts Online: https://bofc.me/bofclive

Did you go to MJ Unpacked in Vegas last year? The new event was talk of the town and created a more intimate, focused environment that was refreshing after the madness and party that MJBiz and Hall of Flowers have become. Founder and my guest this week George Jage says that different, more professional vibe was very much intentional. He is the former president of MJBiz and Dope magazine and wanted to focus on productivity for MJ Unpacked. The conference will bring together brands, retailers, and investors, as well as an unprecedented level of diversity for a business conference. George and I also discuss what makes a good brand, illicit market, dtc, beverages, and why virtual events suck so much. Join George, myself, and many more May 18th-20th in NYC. https://mjunpacked.com/

Celebrity brands have taken over the cannabis industry. Everywhere you look brands are slapping celebrity endorsements on the packaging and hoping someone picks it up and tries it. Real connoisseurs should be wary, as most of these brands are more focused on marketing than on quality. I was skeptical before my interview with Ashlan and Philippe Cousteau of SeaWeed Naturals. Of course the legacy of Jacques Cousteau speaks for itself in the oceanography world, but what did they know about cannabis? As I pressed them on why and how they developed their product line, I was impressed with their knowledge and intentionality around ingredients, packaging, and formulations. It is clear they could have created any number of products in the world, but they chose cannabis. I think that speaks volumes about how this industry has evolved. https://www.seaweednaturals.com/ ==== This episode is brought to you by MJ Unpacked: May 18-20 in NYC. MJ Unpacked provides an exclusive forum for qualified brand and retail decision-makers. https://mjunpacked.com/

He was there at the beginning of MJBiz Con and helped turn that into the biggest cannabis trade show in the world, and an annual event in Las Vegas Nevada, now George Jage is building another can't miss trade show for the cannabis industry, it's MJ Unpacked. MJ Unpacked provides an exclusive forum for qualified brand and retail decision-makers. Now their founder George Jage joins In The Weeds with Jimmy Young

The RMR Podcast: Music, Cannabis, and Marketing During the 2021 MJ Unpacked convention in Las Vegas, Mitch sat down with Guillermo Bravo of MediaJel. Guillermo is the Chief Evangelist at MediaJel and is a long-time veteran of the digital marketing space in the world of cannabis. Previously starting the marketing company Foottraffik that specialized in cannabis dispensary and delivery marketing, he's now expanded the team and potential impact for clients through this merger with MediaJel. The two talk about the challenges, opportunities, and methods of all things digital marketing in cannabis. More at www.respectmyregion.com

If you weren't already excited for the Turkey Day break, sit down and crack open your favorite cannabis beverage as Claire and RJ are live once again from the floor of MJ Unpacked, joined for Episode 7 by Lisa Hurwitz and Joe Reynolds of Happi Beverage Co. Featuring uniquely appealing flavors like raspberry honeysuckle and lemon elderflower, Happi's approach can be summed up as low dose, high quality. The product is all natural, vegan, non-gmo, a lot healthier than most other "adult" beverages and at 2.5mg's per can, the product is set to be a surefire hit with a wide range of canna consumer categories as dispensary beverage shelves continues to add new options weekly. While the episode is a quick one, the details are invaluable for entrepreneurs and investors alike as Lisa's veteran cannabis experience is on display throughout the 20+ minute conversation. Join our amazing host for another episode of the I'm with RJ show, live from MJ Unpacked - crowd noise and all - featuring Lisa and Joe from Happi Beverage Co. Connect with RJ:IMwithRJ.comOutspoke IOInstagramTwitter Linkedin - RJLinkedin - ClaireConnect with Lisa, Joe and HappiSite InstagramLinkedin - Company Linkedin - LisaLinkedin - Joe MJ UnpackedSite

George Jage, cofounder and CEO of MJ Unpacked, stops by In The Weeds to discuss the show in Las Vegas, his relationship with the movie Midnight Express, the Last Prisoner Project and how he came to cannabis events.

Claire and RJ keep the Season 4 joint circle going as they sit down live in Las Vegas for another conversation from MJ Unpacked, this time with Andrew Iwersen, co-owner of Canyon Edibles.If you haven't had the chance to "suck it, lick it, chew it" Canyon-style, Andrew's wife Morgan Iwersen launched Canyon Edibles back when things were strictly medical in Colorado from her mom's kitchen.As demand quickly grew and adult-use came online in Colorado, Canyon kicked things into high gear and has became one of the most recognizable Colorado edibles alongside brands like Wana, Mary's Medicinals and Cheeba Chews. While Colorado has produced some classic cannabis CPG's, Canyon may be the only one that's managed to maintain a family-first focus while finding massive success. The conversation covers everything from the motivation behind Canyon's packaging changes, and a discussion about the quality of data available from BDSA to the importance of keeping things real as Canyon launches in California.  Connect with RJ:IMwithRJ.comOutspoke IOInstagramTwitter Linkedin - RJLinkedin - ClaireConnect with Andrew Iwersen and Canyon EdiblesSite InstagramLinkedin - Company Linkedin - AndrewMJ UnpackedSite

Welcome to part two of our MJ Unpacked experience! In this episode, we take some time to reflect and share some final thoughts on our trip to the MJ Unpacked conference. We'll discuss our biggest takeaways and highlight some of our favorite moments and products. We also have another special interview for you. Our guests today are Carrie Mapes and Patty Papas, founders of Hello Again. They have created a cannabis-powered vaginal suppository with soothing botanicals to provide relief from the physical and emotional symptoms that come with menopause. It's a highly innovative product for women who can't get relief in other ways, and it's given them the opportunity to share their wisdom and support women like never before. For those that have never experienced menopause, imagine having your hormones change while going through puberty, but dealing with those symptoms for a period of time that can be three times as long. Increased anxiety, sweatiness, lack of sleep, body pain, headaches and memory loss, these are all symptoms that women struggle with and why this product is so unique. In today's episode, Carrie and Patty talk about how they created a product with the medicinal benefits from cannabis, how the THC aspect works without making you feel high, and why they're focused on helping other women continue to live vibrant lives. KEY TAKEAWAYS How Carrie and Patty first became interested in creating their cannabis product. The potential use cases for cannabis suppositories. The symptoms that they are trying to help alleviate for women. Why some women might not even realize they're in menopause, and why there is a lack of awareness on this topic. How Hello Again is spreading awareness of their product. Show Notes For complete show notes, including transcripts, takeaways, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit SoHoExp.com/40 To learn more about the podcast and get access to all episodes, visit: SoHoExp.com/GreenRepeal

Join RJ & Claire for another stellar conversation and this time the duo are Live from Las Vegas!As part of I'm with RJ's special MJ Unpacked coverage, join us as we get to know Ben Koppel, co-founder of Loos, a California-based beverage company.Born at the beach in Santa Cruz, Ben Koppel and business partner Anthony Bendana  created Loos, a 2 oz  - 100 milligram cannabis shot with the cannabis confident in mind.Now a part of Terry Booth's Audacious, Loos is prepared for some exciting growth in 2022 as the conversation details.  Despite its short run time, the interview also dives into Ben's time at 710Labs and Plus Products, the oversaturation of cannabis gummy market, the need for competition, the value of collaboration and the major marketing mistake most corporate cannabis companies are making right now.  It's fair to say Ben knows a thing or two about cannabis CPGs and the interplay between RJ, Claire and Ben is unmistakable gold.  Join RJ & Claire Live! from Las Vegas as the show says hello to Ben Koppel from Loos Beverages.  Connect with RJ:IMwithRJ.comOutspoke IOInstagramTwitter Linkedin - RJLinkedin - ClaireConnect with Ben Koppel and LoosInstagramLinkedinMJ UnpackedSite

Welcome to our recap of the MJ Unpacked Conference from Las Vegas. MJ Unpacked is the first cannabis event connecting retailers, THC CPG brands, and investors with opportunities to connect, collaborate, and get access to capital.  We spent our time walking the floor and attending a wide array of seminars. We learned what a number of cannabis business owners are doing as ambassadors and educators facing a myriad of challenges. We also got a deeper understanding of what is and isn't working across the industry, and found new inspiration along the way. In the first part of this episode, we dig into everything MJ Unpacked: the good, the not-so-good, and what has us most excited for the future. After that, we're talking to Thomas Winstanley, VP of Marketing at Theory Wellness, to explore the differences between the cannabis, alcohol, and pharmaceutical industries. KEY TAKEAWAYS Why the cannabis industry still simply doesn't feel as mature as other fields we've worked in. The insurmountable gap that makes a cannabis trade show different from any other. Why marketing laws regarding cannabis are so difficult to work with (and around). Why Thomas believes e-commerce and delivery systems for the cannabis industry are lagging behind. Show Notes For complete show notes, including transcripts, takeaways, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit SoHoExp.com/39 To learn more about the podcast and get access to all episodes, visit: SoHoExp.com/GreenRepeal

Jushi Holdings was created with the ambition to be a leading multi-state owner and operator of cannabis licenses. While Brendon Lynch is a standout senior executive who has built and transformed iconic product and service brands, he is first and foremost a consumer. His understanding of the buying experience—and his reliable instincts about where market trends are headed—are at the foundation of success stories that weave through companies such as Jushi. Brendon's experienced team builds and operates state-of-the-art facilities to deliver purity and consistency with cutting-edge product development and execution. Brendon has ushered companies into new phases of brand relevance, consumer engagement, operational agility, and enterprise value. A recurring theme is that there are no successes without a collaborative and empowered culture, the valuable strengths of team members, and the introduction of breakthrough ideas. Guest: Brendon Lynch, Executive Vice President of Retail at Jushi Holdings Inc. https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendon-lynch/ Host: Josh Kincaid, Capital Markets Analyst & host of your cannabis business podcast. https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkincaid/ Episode XXX 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

Jushi Holdings was created with the ambition to be a leading multi-state owner and operator of cannabis licenses. While Brendon Lynch is a standout senior executive who has built and transformed iconic product and service brands, he is first and foremost a consumer. His understanding of the buying experience—and his reliable instincts about where market trends are headed—are at the foundation of success stories that weave through companies such as Jushi. Brendon's experienced team builds and operates state-of-the-art facilities to deliver purity and consistency with cutting-edge product development and execution. Brendon has ushered companies into new phases of brand relevance, consumer engagement, operational agility, and enterprise value. A recurring theme is that there are no successes without a collaborative and empowered culture, the valuable strengths of team members, and the introduction of breakthrough ideas. Guest: Brendon Lynch, Executive Vice President of Retail at Jushi Holdings Inc. https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendon-lynch/ Host: Josh Kincaid, Capital Markets Analyst & host of your cannabis business podcast. https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkincaid/ Episode XXX 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.

Califari is on a mission to create great art for our world's most beloved plant - cannabis of course, whether it is a Sativa, Indica, Hybrid or CBD = we love it and celebrate it as nature's gift to all people of Earth. We believe that among numerous healing properties that cannabis provides people, one of them is heightened access to the magic moment of spirituality that is often fueled further with a setting that includes music, art and great friends. The place where epiphanies begin and stress fades into the stratosphere - that special place where nothing matters more than your flowing and present curiosity. Califari wants to take you there. Califari is now collaborating with dispensaries and farmers to create fancy packaging for the finest flowers, edibles and concentrates. Allow us to create specialized packaging solutions that offer fantastic marketing with highly stylized art targeted toward high-class cannabis lovers, who demand quality. Califari is also your solution for legally compliant packaging that meets the latest and frequently changing standards. Jason McHugh is presently blazing a trail with Califari, a California based Art & Branding Company, that is painting its own unique trail through the legal cannabis industry across the USA & around the Globe. Califari has a Global Artist Network that produces art based on famous cannabis strains that is sold across North America. Califari has a legal cannabis line in the state of California that is rapidly expanding. Califari continues to build and leverage its IP in new and unique ways that channels the love of the plant into compelling designs, products and campaigns that foster deep connections with a growing audience. McHugh is a multimedia wiz, who has written and produced a wide array of content including feature films, short videos,TV Pilots, Web Series, DVDs, Music CDs, stage plays, live events, mobile games, social games with strong skills in writing, shooting (DSLR), game design, UI Design, marketing and trans-media integration. Guest: Jason McHugh, Founder & CEO of Califari https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-mchugh-62099611/ Host: Josh Kincaid, Capital Markets Analyst & host of your cannabis business podcast. https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkincaid/ Episode XXX 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.

Califari is on a mission to create great art for our world's most beloved plant - cannabis of course, whether it is a Sativa, Indica, Hybrid or CBD = we love it and celebrate it as nature's gift to all people of Earth. We believe that among numerous healing properties that cannabis provides people, one of them is heightened access to the magic moment of spirituality that is often fueled further with a setting that includes music, art and great friends. The place where epiphanies begin and stress fades into the stratosphere - that special place where nothing matters more than your flowing and present curiosity. Califari wants to take you there. Califari is now collaborating with dispensaries and farmers to create fancy packaging for the finest flowers, edibles and concentrates. Allow us to create specialized packaging solutions that offer fantastic marketing with highly stylized art targeted toward high-class cannabis lovers, who demand quality. Califari is also your solution for legally compliant packaging that meets the latest and frequently changing standards. Jason McHugh is presently blazing a trail with Califari, a California based Art & Branding Company, that is painting its own unique trail through the legal cannabis industry across the USA & around the Globe. Califari has a Global Artist Network that produces art based on famous cannabis strains that is sold across North America. Califari has a legal cannabis line in the state of California that is rapidly expanding. Califari continues to build and leverage its IP in new and unique ways that channels the love of the plant into compelling designs, products and campaigns that foster deep connections with a growing audience. McHugh is a multimedia wiz, who has written and produced a wide array of content including feature films, short videos,TV Pilots, Web Series, DVDs, Music CDs, stage plays, live events, mobile games, social games with strong skills in writing, shooting (DSLR), game design, UI Design, marketing and trans-media integration. Guest: Jason McHugh, Founder & CEO of Califari https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-mchugh-62099611/ Host: Josh Kincaid, Capital Markets Analyst & host of your cannabis business podcast. https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkincaid/ Episode XXX 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 With George Jage CEO of Jage Media today on Plant Prophets with Vern Davis only on Cannabis Radio. George Jage is Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Jage Media and Jage Media's national, cannabis CPG Trade Show MJ Unpacked. Jage Media also operates MJ Brand Insights, providing sharp, substantive, and reliable industry intel for cannabis brands and retailers. George Jage is widely revered as a B2B growth specialist and business builder with a proven track record of identifying new markets and opportunities to scale national businesses. George excels in navigating complex landscapes and accelerating financial performance and asset growth for his clients and peers. Prior to founding Jage Media and its properties, George was Co-founder & Exec VP of the Off-Price Show (1993 – 2001), Co-founder & CEO of World Tea Media (2002 – 2012), and Group Director of the Beverage Group at F&W Media (2013 – 2014).

"You should never feel bad about feeling good." Jim Belushi, actor and founder of Belushi Farms, sums up his feelings about cannabis. He joins Jeremy Corrao, Vice President of Commercial Operations at GrowGeneration to discuss their recent partnership, plans for greenhouses and how to get yields up. Advocating for change, home grow market and GRWG's plans for growth. Getting the band back together at MJ Unpacked! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, Managing Editor Patricia Miller sits down with George Jage, co-founder and CEO of MJ Unpacked. MJ Unpacked is a unique trade event designed to connect retailers and brands with investors, taking place October 21-22 in Las Vegas. In this discussion, Jage explores the future of trade shows, how brands should measure their event ROI, and offers tips for taking a brand to the national level. This episode of Cannabis Tech Talks is brought to you by Greenvault | Cutting Edge Cannabis Processing Learn more about the preferred supplier of industrial grade processing and weighing equipment for dried flower processing at greenvaultsystems.com!

In this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks, Managing Editor Patricia Miller sits down with George Jage, co-founder and CEO of MJ Unpacked. MJ Unpacked is a unique trade event designed to connect retailers and brands with investors, taking place October 21-22 in Las Vegas. In this discussion, Jage explores the future of trade shows, how brands should measure their event ROI, and offers tips for taking a brand to the national level. This episode of Cannabis Tech Talks is brought to you by Greenvault | Cutting Edge Cannabis Processing Learn more about the preferred supplier of industrial grade processing and weighing equipment for dried flower processing at greenvaultsystems.com!

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.

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

Tradeshows .....the natural progression is they get too big for there own good and then the cool kids start the next , our first two guests are those cool kids George Jage founder of MJ Unpacked did this with MJBIZCON. He took it from 20 tables at a racetrack to over 1000 booths at the Las Vegas convention center unfortunately the chads took over and now it's time reinvent The formula. We will talk to George and see what he has in store to make @MJUNPACKED The new “show to be at” He has a proven track record and has proven to understand what it takes to pull this off. He got some real world experience working for our next guest @tranimalchronicles during the DOPE Magazine days. David will join the conversation and fill us in on what he's been up with his new venture @goldfinger_events and FAIRCHILD EVENTS before the pandemic Dave and I attended one of David's events and it was off the hook a true party promoter and if you know David He IS the party. We will also have @therealjamezbean BACK ON THE SCENE To fill us in on his worldly travels and his quest to test all the Brown Frown there is to offer, also who you should be looking out for with his latest vault dive......so join the crew this fri 4:20 - 7:10 MT YouTube.com/adamdunnshow #mjunpacked #goldfinger #fairchildevents #sagemastaselect #jamezbeanmanonthescene #area420

Sara sits down with George Jage, cofounder and CEO at Jage Media to talk about the future of trade events, event marketing strategies and Jage Media's October's CPG trade show, MJ Unpacked. [EP34] The post Planted – George Jage appeared first on Radio Misfits.

George Jage, former president of MJBizDaily/MJBizCon and CEO of Dope Media, shares how he learned how to build out a nascent industry from the tea industry and bringing that into cannabis with trade shows and business media platforms. Founding Jage Media with a veteran team of cannabis investors right before Covid hit. MJ Unpacked, coming this October to Las Vegas, their upcoming trade show that brings cannabis retail executives, investors and brands all together. We talk about focusing on what a CPG market needs and unpacking the future of legalization, what it means for investors and consumers. Unlocking valuation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to the To Be Blunt podcast! In this episode, Shayda Torabi chats with Geroge Jage on maximizing the benefits of trade shows for your unique goals and what makes a great CPG Brand.  [00:01 – 16:09] George's Story, Getting Started in the Trade Show Space, and MJ Unpacked[16:10 – 33:42] MJ Unpacked's Role in Bringing Brands to Market and The Benefits of Trade Shows[33:43 – 43:30] Elevating Consumer Packaged Goods Through Storytelling and Content[43:31 – 52:34] MJ Unpacked Canvassing for a Star CPG Brand[52:35 – 53:52] Food For Thought George Jage is Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Jage Media and Jage Media's national, cannabis CPG Trade Show MJ Unpacked. Jage Media also operates MJ Brand Insights, providing sharp, substantive, and reliable industry intel for cannabis brands and retailers. George Jage is widely revered as a B2B growth specialist and business builder with a proven track record of identifying new markets and opportunities to scale national businesses. George excels in navigating complex landscapes and accelerating financial performance and asset growth for his clients and peers. Before founding Jage Media and its properties, George was Co-founder & Exec VP of the Off-Price Show (1993 - 2001), Co-founder & CEO of World Tea Media (2002 - 2012), and Group Director of the Beverage Group at F&W Media (2013 - 2014). During their substantive growth years, George served as President of Marijuana Business Daily (2014 - 2017), and Chief Executive Officer of Dope Media (2017 - 2019) leading the six-year-old startup to its acquisition by High Times. George is recognized by Trade Show Executive as an Elite Leader and is the recipient of the Jerry Valen Award of Distinction for Hospitality & Convention Executive of the Year by the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. He's been awarded the Nevada Entrepreneur Award by Business Magazine, named Top 20 Under 40 by Gourmet News, and the Next Generation of Leaders by Tradeshow Week Magazine. George holds a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from the University of Wisconsin at Oshkosh. He enjoys quality time with his family, camping, hiking, golf, and is continually awarded #1 DAD by his kids.  Connect with George and visit https://mjunpacked.com & https://www.jagemedia.com or follow on Instagram @mjunpackedShayda 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 Quotes:“What really creates success in events and trade shows is having this feeling of an executive conference when you have a chance to sit down and have a conversation with somebody, and get to know them, their challenges, and their opportunities. And that is what ultimately leads to a transactional event because people don't do business with companies, they do business with people.” - George Jage SPONSORSHIP is brought to you by https://restartcbd.com. Check them out for your CBD needs!LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to join me for episodes featuring some serious cannabis industry by sharing this episode RESTART CBD RESTART CBD is an education first CBD wellness brand shipping nationwide. restartcbd.com

Join RJ Falcioni and Billy McCarthy for the finale of season 3, featuring George Jage, CEO of Jage Media (Jage Media) and MJ Unpacked (MJ Unpacked)George Jage built his career developing ways to improve trade shows in the 90s and 2000s for industries ranging from clothing and apparel to teas and beverages before deciding to utilize his expertise to build the world's most recognized cannabis supply-side show known as MJ Biz Con (MJ Biz Con)In this week's episode, RJ, Billy, and George discuss many fascinating aspects of the cannabis business ranging from the challenges of networking and brand development to building customer relationships while maintaining brand standards in addition to a deep dive into George's newest trade show venture, the Consumer Packaged Goods-focused MJ Unpacked. Jage also dives into his views on the developments throughout the recent years in the cannabis industry including the impacts of the pandemic and the push for nationwide legalization. For anyone looking to learn more about the cannabis conference scene, looking to market a new or legacy cannabis brand or if you're a consumer interested in the learning more about the latest cannabis product trends, sit back, relax, and join us for the final episode  of season as I'm with RJ is joined by George Jage of Jage Media and MJ Unpacked!Connect with us:imwithrj.comInstagramTwitter Connect with George Jage:Jage MediaMJ UnpackedMJ Brand Insights

Welcome to Season 13 of the show! Kicking off the season with George Jage, CEO of Jage Media. George has a proven track record in cannabis working for MJBiz Daily and Dope Magazine. He previously spent ample time in Las Vegas running trade shows as well as creating the first World Tea Expo. Today George's team is excited to announce MJ Unpacked (Oct 21-22, 2021), the first cannabis trade show in Las Vegas focused on cannabis retailers and THC CPG's. We chatted about the differentiations between this trade show and the well-known MJ Biz Con event taking place the same week in October 2021. MJ Unpacked is focused on offering a more personable experience for attendees to connect, collaborate and access capital. We even heard there's a gong in the middle of the trade show floor where you can celebrate every time you make a deal! George's energy about the cannabis industry and his vision for this event is truly infectious. If you are looking for a change of pace from the typical Vegas experience all of us cannabiz folks have come to know so well this event is for you! We even heard the band is back together ;-) *hint hint* --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lit-and-lucid/support

The cannabis industry feels like an unstoppable locomotive right now. Business is growing and scaling all over the country, and there are extraordinary opportunities to build businesses within the industry. But when a cannabis brand needs help, who can they turn to for resources and guidance? Meet George Jage. He's a leading cannabis executive with over two decades experience launching, building, and leading media companies at Jage Media. He leads summits like MJ Unpacked, where he helps cannabis brands and retail executives foster community and thrive. Today, George joins the podcast to share how he's successfully developed his unique events and the role they play as the industry continues to gain momentum. KEY TAKEAWAYS How George entered the trade show space in anticipation of the cannabis industry's massive growth. What early cannabis trade shows looked like. What George sees cannabis brands needing right now. Why George started Jage Media and what he's doing to make his next event so unique. How George is working to make structural change to criminal justice. Why George thinks we could see federal legalization as soon as 2022. Show Notes For complete show notes, including transcripts, takeaways, and links to all the resources mentioned, visit SoHoExp.com/34 To learn more about the podcast and get access to all episodes, visit: SoHoExp.com/GreenRepeal