Podcasts about Tokyo Smoke

Jerry opens the show talking aboutEtobicoke variety store caught selling booze before new rules kick in. Later we take a look back at a story about teachers and school boards, Deb Hutton took issue with on her show/podcast. Criminal Defense Lawyer, Jeff Hershberg analyzes a story about a teenager who was subjected to illegal strip searches while in custody; and finally, business expert Brad Poulos explains why big retailer of cannabis Tokyo Smoke is closing stores.

Launching a cannabis dispensary comes with its set of challenges, and managing inventory can be particularly daunting. In today's episode of KayaCast, we sit down with Ameel Bachir – a seasoned cannabis retail strategist from Forte Operations, who has an extensive background in developing successful inventory systems for cannabis retailers, including his pivotal role at Tokyo Smoke. Ameel shares invaluable insights into starting strong with the right inventory investment, selecting a product mix that caters to every kind of cannabis consumer, and adjusting your stock based on market response. He reveals the key percentage of budget to allocate towards inventory initial stocking and talks through the processes of selecting cannabis brands, considering market data, and understanding customer needs to optimize retail offerings.Learn strategies for differentiating your dispensary through inventory selection, how to adjust your stock wisely, and why it's crucial to train your staff on the nuances of your product offerings to boost sales. Ameel also touches on handling legacy versus novelty products and tips for profiling different customer types to ensure your dispensary meets a wide range of consumer preferences.Whether you're a new dispensary owner curious about how much to invest initially, or an existing retailer looking to refine your inventory strategies, this episode provides actionable advice that you can implement right away.Don't miss these expert insights on scaling your cannabis business efficiently through strategic inventory management. Tune in now!Thank you for tuning into the KayaCast Podcast - your go-to guide on all things cannabis retail. Find out more about Forte Operations at:https://forteops.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/forte-operations/https://www.instagram.com/forteops/?__d=11https://www.linkedin.com/in/ameelbachir/#cannabisindustry #kayacast #businesstips #businessgrowth #entrepreneur00:00 Introduction to Dispensary Challenges00:09 Meet Ameel: Cannabis Inventory Expert01:03 Initial Inventory Investment Strategies03:03 Choosing the Right Cannabis Brands05:16 Balancing Traditional and Innovative Products07:04 Determining the Right Number of SKUs09:20 Inventory Turnover and Supplier Relationships10:56 Creating a Healthy Product Mix14:21 Pricing Strategies and Loss Leaders17:05 Profiling Your Customers22:32 Competing with Grey Market Stores24:35 Existing vs. Emerging Markets28:51 Challenges with Product Availability29:41 Identifying Slow-Moving Products32:23 Effective Product Display Strategies38:02 Training Employees to Upsell41:30 Planning for Inventory Growth50:33 Adapting to Customer Feedback51:26 Conclusion and Contact Information

Felicia Snyder is Co-Founder of arcana - a literal sanctuary in the hospitality industry that offers guests, specifically those living in cities, a transformative space to reconnect with nature and themselves.Located in the woods just under two hours northwest of Toronto, arcana is a hidden retreat featuring mystical mirrored cabins that seamlessly blend with the environment year-round. Once guests book, they are given the precise location, granting access to this wellness hideaway. Each cabin includes a queen bed, kitchenette, private fire pit, sauna, and access to 15 kilometers of marked trails.With a background in corporate leadership and growth, Felicia's journey to entrepreneurship has been nothing short of remarkable, including as a founding executive of cannabis brand Tokyo Smoke, which was acquired by Canopy Growth in 2018. Inspired by her maternity leave experience, Felicia seized the opportunity to create arcana where she not only reimagines hospitality but also champions sustainable design and responsible business practices. Her dedication to environmental preservation extends beyond the walls of arcana, as she continues to advocate for sustainable living and innovation in her community.This season of our podcast is brought to you by TD Canada Women in Enterprise. TD is proud to support women entrepreneurs and help them achieve success and growth through its program of educational workshops, financing and mentorship opportunities! Please find out how you can benefit from their support! Visit: TBIF: thebrandisfemale.com // TD Women in Enterprise: td.com/ca/en/business-banking/small-business/women-in-business // Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/thebrandisfemale

https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_USAloha, cannabis enthusiasts and marketing mavens! Today, we have the pleasure of diving into the vibrant world of cannabis retail marketing, guided by none other than the maestro himself, William Zorn.As an expert in all things digital marketing and a wizard in the cannabis industry, William weaves a narrative where brands aren't just logos; they're an experience, a feeling that lingers with every thought of your favorite cannabis store. With a background steeped in management, copywriting, affiliate marketing, and event planning, he's the maestro orchestrating the symphony of turning good brands into something downright extraordinary.But wait, it's not just about marketing jargon and strategies – William is a community builder extraordinaire. He understands the heartbeat of social media and email marketing, transforming them into pathways that not only engage but forge lasting connections. And when it comes to branding, your logo is just the tip of the iceberg. It's about crafting an emotion, a resonance that echoes in the minds of your customers.Your website, often the gateway to your brand, is where William weaves his magic to ensure that every click leaves a lasting impression. And let's not forget the visual feast – high-quality photography that captures not just products but the essence of your brand, allowing the community to truly get to know you.As the driving force behind grnhouse, William has left an indelible mark on the cannabis landscape. Don't just take our word for it; hear it from Shannon at Tokyo Smoke, Kyle from BOAZ, and Vish of Forever Buds. They sing praises of Will's support, quick responses, and the magic he brings to pop-ups.And if that's not enough, venture into the grnhouse blog, William's personal nursery of cannabis marketing wisdom. Whether deciphering Flow-Through, navigating strikes in BC, or unraveling the secrets of Instagram for cannabis retailers, his insights are a treasure trove.So, join me in welcoming the cannabis marketing virtuoso, the wizard behind the grnhouse magic, William Zorn! Get ready for a journey where marketing meets cannabis, and every episode is a nugget of wisdom waiting to be rolled out.http://linkedin.com/in/william-zorn-18a1b4157https://grnhouse.agency/ https://www.paypal.me/Truelifepodcast?locale.x=en_US

Hello beautiful ones!  I am so excited to bring you this month's episode of The Becoming Podcast with Mimi Young. Mimi Young is a Taiwanese Canadian animist spirit medium and the founder of Ceremonie, an esoteric brand focused on conversations around greater intuition and creativity, animism, and realigning with our deeper purpose. Mimi works at the intersection of animism and wu shamanism, practical magick, tea kinship, and other Chinese mystic practices to communicate with the Unseen, offering private readings, education and mentorship, and made-to-order skin and aura care. Mimi has held space globally in her Mystery Mentorship program and retreats, as well as collaboratively with brands including Goop, Almost 30, Spirit House Collective, and Tokyo Smoke. She currently holds an online coven space, Homing Coven, open to all who desire to walk closely with the Seen and Unseen.  Here's some of what Mimi and I talk about in this episode: > Failure as a confrontation with death that ultimately makes us more human and divine >  How to suspend your disbelief and follow your intuition in a hyper-rational world >  Animism and working with tea as an ally > How we clutch exogenous sources of intuition like tarot and astrology when we're traversing the unknown, and what to do instead >  How the wisdom of the 5 Chinese Elements can support us to thrive in liminal space >  How motherhood sparked Mimi's intuition – and how this plays out for so many mothers >  The link between creativity and intuition, and the animacy and mystery of Creative Force And so much more.  This was such a rich and wide-reaching conversation, and Mimi is so incredibly well-spoken and wise.  We had fun, too, and laughed a lot!  I hope you enjoy getting to know Mimi as much as I did in this episode.

My interview with the band discussing the new single Tokyo Smoke and much more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/robert-carrigan/support

Maddalen Pasini is a force. Her passion for her passions is infectious, transfixing when she's talking about the things she's bringing into the world. A long-time publicist, she began at Joe Fresh as an intern, then went to Toronto-based boutique agency Faulhaber Communications. Over the years, her clientele grew beyond fashion into design, hospitality, art & cannabis with Tokyo Smoke. Just before the pandemic in 2020, she and best friend Sam Brophy launched their psychedelic wellness movement brand Yawn. She grew up just outside of Toronto, the only child of hardworking, loving parents. Her father was in the police force for over 30 years and Staff Sergeant of Homicide for a decade. Her mother, an immigrant from Hungary, was in the dental industry. Hungarian was Maddalen's first language, something she learned young from spending time with her grandparents. Growing up was sticky, with her navigating bullying. As a teen, she took the train to the city and began going to metal shows, where she found her community. Her network began to grow through pockets of the underground music scene.She graduated from university with a double major in cultural studies & film—and she began questioning what she really wanted to do. The answer lay in her network, and she began a PR career. Transitioning into psychedelics was organic & something that had been brewing for a while—today, the brand donates a portion of profits to organizations conducting research & trials and offering support, such as the Heffter Institute & the @firesideproject, North America's first psychedelic peer support hotline.In this conversation, we dive deep into the importance of finding her metal community in her teens; how ‘outsiders' often become culture makers; the way psychedelics helped changed her over the last 15 years; why education around harm reduction and psychedelics is essential; current psilocybin regulations; equity in the space; and much more.      [TIMESTAMPS]6:02 - Growing up9:14 - High school and life after16:27 - When she got into psychedelics and her first experience18:49 - The transition from PR to Yawn21:38 - Yawn and the ‘psychedelic wellness movement'25:39 - Why harm reduction is essential29:52 - Regulations and setbacks in the industry 33:54 - Hero dose vs. microdose 43:15 - How Yawn began45:47 - Equity and what she wants to see change in this industry49:48 - Change our view on these medicines and avoiding exploitation of them53:03 - Major shifts in herself as a human 55:47 - Yawn x Secular Sabbath collaboration01:01:01 - Upcoming projects01:04:15 - Tips for microdosing 01:05:46 - What psilocybin has brought to her life 01:07:10 - What she loves most about herself and humanity01:09:30 - Final question01:10:18 - Where to find Yawn[Today's Sponsors]Before Company: https://beforecompany.com/discount/CRAFT10 - get 10% off your entire order; one-time use per customer; no expiry dateotō healing: https://www.instagram.com/otohealing/ - email otohealing at gmail.com to get 10% off your initial sound therapy session

Reefer Reporters - September 26 2022 with Rev Cindy & GlennStories include....When is a farm in BC not a farm? When it grows cannabis; Canopy sells Tweed and Tokyo Smoke pot shops; FINTRAC releases report on money-laundering related to illicit cannabis sales, production; Retail slotting fees a new cost for Michigan marijuana brands and manufacturers; Survey: DC Voters Overwhelmingly Support Marijuana Legalization — And Oppose This; U.S. Customs Border & Protection Agency Selects Orange Photonics LightLab 3 for Portable Cannabis Analyzer Solicitation; Australian Greens Aim To Legalize Recreational Cannabis By 2023; What Happens To Marijuana Scraps?; Medical Cannabis Could Replace Addictive Opioids For Pain Relief, Study SuggestsMushie Moment - Hope that psychedelic drugs can erase traumaThank you to our sponsors....Legacy 420 located on the Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory in Ontario https://legacy420.com/Belleville Ontario's Bma Hydroponics at https://www.bmahydroponics.comCampbellford Lifestyle Shop in Campbellford OntarioDr. Buck Cannabis BnB https://www.hibnb.ca/accommodation/the-doobie-inn

As the founder of Tokyo Smoke, Lorne is not only the Godfather of Cannabis in Canada — according to Forbes — but the Godfather of design thinking. His belief that great brands are built from strong DNA not only defined the cannabis retail experience but has fueled his ability to build a strong culture, community and movement with everything he touches. His mission to make the world a better place through ground-breaking design began early as an architect, where he solved complex issues in creative and organized ways. He then applied those disciples to a range of lifestyle brands, including clothing, coffee, cannabis, and now, psychedelics. According to Lorne, products should be experiences people connect to on a deeper level. In this podcast, he reveals how he spots trends even before they happen, his relentless pursuit to change the world, and how he plans to reinvent the pharmaceutical business.

Exploring the challenges of cannabis delivery and pickup services. Pioneering rideshare and food delivery company Uber recently announced they would start taking cannabis orders in Canada through their UberEats service. There's one trick though - it's only for pick-up orders. Consumers would still need to go to one of the 50 Tokyo Smoke dispensaries in Ontario to actually get their order, and that may be a strategic error, depending on Uber's business goals for the initiative. Right now, it's a small experiment more than a major business move. As one of the early fleet and delivery management companies helping local and national businesses manage their delivery business, Onfleet sees a few unique things about the cannabis industry that may make this a bigger challenge than expected. Read the full article here... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cannabis-tech/support

Featuring guest co-hosts Steve Labinski (author of “Shop Like a Pro”) and John Mikaelian (author of “The Five Foundations of Contentment”).INTRODoorDash will pay $5.3 million to San Francisco to settle allegations over benefits violations https://www.theverge.com/2021/11/22/22796849/doordash-settles-drivers-san-francisco-for-5-3-millionUber on brink of pausing operations in Brussels after court ruling https://cnb.cx/3pkFmMXSome Gopuff drivers went on strike for a day to demand better pay from the fast-growing delivery app https://www.inquirer.com/business/gopuff-strike-drivers-gig-economy-20211123.htmlUber Eats partners with Tokyo Smoke to offer cannabis orders https://nypost.com/2021/11/22/uber-eats-partners-with-tokyo-smoke-to-offer-cannabis-orders/AD FOR MIDDLETON TECHNOLOGIEShttps://middletontech.com/gigtubeUber Eats driver was on phone when she hit, killed UT student, lawsuit says https://www.tampabay.com/news/tampa/2021/11/24/uber-eats-driver-was-on-phone-when-she-hit-killed-ut-student-lawsuit-says/Heard on the Street: DoorDash investors may have too high of hopes for the Wolt opportunity in Europe https://www.wsj.com/articles/doordash-investors-gobble-up-european-takeout-11637420580Massachusetts auditor: Uber, Lyft drivers allowed to operate under 'much looser standards' than state protections mandate https://www.bostonherald.com/2021/11/23/massachusetts-auditor-uber-lyft-drivers-allowed-to-operate-under-much-looser-standards-than-state-protections-mandate/PROMO FOR DELIVERY-TVhttps://youtube.com/delivery-tvDoorDash released its top 20 items ordered on Thanksgiving. Turkey isn't No. 1. https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/food/2021/11/24/top-thanksgiving-foods-ordered-doordash-2021/8754092002/Uber Eats Is Delivering Takeout in Gucci Bags https://hypebae.com/2021/11/uber-eats-gucci-bag-giveaway-zia-lucia-collaborationViral TikTok highlights differences between younger and older Instacart customers https://www.dailydot.com/unclick/tiktok-instacart-boomers-millennials-customers/Bucs rookie stars in hilarious Uber Eats ad https://thepewterplank.com/2021/11/21/buccaneers-rookie-advertisement/DISCUSSION: What is the driver's responsibility when delivering to invalids, shut-ins, handicapped people, and weirdos?OUTROBuy “Shop Like a Pro” here: https://amzn.to/2NBeDNjCheck out John on the web here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/MrJohnMikaelian YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoIZIHhzosyyajrS1BEHFDw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnny_applecrisp/Check out ***THE GIG ECONOMY STORE*** for my custom-made earnings, trends, mileage, and expenses trackers; 5-star reminders; and coaching sessions.https://bit.ly/TheGigEconomyStoreGet all the accessories you'll need to be a successful gig worker from my Amazon storefronts.***INSTACART/SHIPT/CORNERSHOP SHOPPERS***https://a.co/2iw4D5O***DOORDASH, UBER EATS, GRUBHUB DRIVERS***https://a.co/aEz47kA ***UBER & LYFT DRIVERS***https://a.co/cROKl6e***Interested in becoming an INSTACART shopper? Click here to apply***https://bit.ly/instacartchad (referral code: DUALF43181)Want to advertise on this podcast? Let me know at chadpolenz@yahoo.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gigtube-podcast/donations

Uber is making its first foray into the marijuana market, as Uber Eats users in Ontario, Canada will soon be able to order cannabis products on the app. Customers will be able to place orders in a dedicated section of the app for cannabis retailer Tokyo Smoke and then pick them up at a nearby store. The firm refused to be drawn on whether it will roll out the offering further across Canada and the US. The company says Canada's marijuana market is worth around CAD$5bn a year. Chief executive Dara Khosrowshahi said the company will consider delivering cannabis once it is permitted under US law.

Uber is making its first foray into the marijuana market, as Uber Eats users in Ontario, Canada will soon be able to order cannabis products on the app. Customers will be able to place orders in a dedicated section of the app for cannabis retailer Tokyo Smoke and then pick them up at a nearby store. The firm refused to be drawn on whether it will roll out the offering further across Canada and the US. The company says Canada's marijuana market is worth around CAD$5bn a year. Chief executive Dara Khosrowshahi said the company will consider delivering cannabis once it is permitted under US law.

Uber is making its first foray into the marijuana market, as Uber Eats users in Ontario, Canada will soon be able to order cannabis products on the app. Customers will be able to place orders in a dedicated section of the app for cannabis retailer Tokyo Smoke and then pick them up at a nearby store. The firm refused to be drawn on whether it will roll out the offering further across Canada and the US. The company says Canada's marijuana market is worth around CAD$5bn a year. Chief executive Dara Khosrowshahi said the company will consider delivering cannabis once it is permitted under US law.

Today: The COVID kids' shot is now in Canada but NACI wants everybody to check their attitude at the door, especially the politicians. Also: UberEats teams up with Tokyo Smoke for cannabis orders, A man gives his date a survey and bases the itinerary on what she selected, Britney & Christina are rekindling the rivalry, and a woman claims she was abducted by aliens.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Irie Selkirk is a pioneer in the psychedelic and cannabis industries, focused on educating companies, individuals and doctors alike. Most recently, Irie co-founded Rise Wellness, the world's first low-dose psilocybin retreat and Sansero Life Sciences, company focused on cultivation, research and potential applications for psilocybin and other compounds. I met Irie through MAPS Canada, the Multi Disciplinary Association of Psychedelic Studies, where she founded the Toronto chapter. In this episode, we discuss growing up in Jamaica and the impact that had on her perspective of plant medicine, her experience in the cannabis industry at companies like Tokyo Smoke, her move towards psychedelics. We also get into the foundational issues of legalization as she focuses on making the benefits of these natural medicines more readily available.

Reefer Reporters - August 30 2021 with Rev Kelly & AlStories include....BC considering cannabis consumption lounges, West Kelowna Mounties find cannabis extraction facility during wildfire evacuation, Tokyo Smoke cannabis stores to open at four Ontario malls: Canopy Growth, N.B. cannabis producers to be able to sell their products at their own facilities, Marijuana tourism is evolving in Aurora and Denver with legal tour buses, lounges, Drought, wildfires create new challenges for California cannabis growers, Colorado voters will decide whether to raise marijuana taxes to boost out-of-school learning, Two Native American casinos may add large cannabis dispensaries to diversify, Morocco approves cannabis bill, establishes regulatory body, Careful cannabis prep is key for successful extraction outcomesReefer Reporters airs Monday and Thursday on the PACE Radio Network FB and YouTube pages. Podcasted afterwards at PACEradio.net

(Smokin') Show Intro (0:30); What Olympic sport would you want to compete in? (7:10); Fionn MacCool's manager Jay Kilgour on opening back up...and fake QR Codes! (12:20); Cheering for Olympians from Manitoba (21:20); Steve Lambert on the latest PC resignations (30:00); Another hot, smoky day! (35:55); Bob Irving (43:10). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Leckie is a renaissance man - this thoughtful architect has a vast range of talents and passions. Everything that he does is intentional, with great care for detail and with his curious nature. The principal of award-winning Leckie Studio, he's also the co-founder of The Backcountry Hut Company, which designs stunning minimalist prefab cabins. Michael also spent years playing semi-pro squash and once spent five months surfing the Baja, living on a beach in a van. He's also a partner in an innovative new project (and movement) called arcana, where one can book a stay in reflective polished stainless steel, design-forward architectural cabins in the wild. Bridging wellbeing and nature through design, experience & self-directed / science-based wellness rituals, arcana is launching first in Ontario, while preparing to launch a number of sites across the US and Canada. Its founding team includes Tokyo Smoke's Alan Gertner and Felicia Snyder, and Michael's Leckie Studio collaborates with New York-based Aruliden on the design.In this conversation, we explore his life-long love of nature and creating with his hands, the values of his architecture practice and his approach to design, what about his daughter that he's most proud of, and more. 

On this episode of BofC Live, we connect with Melissa Gallagher, Director, Corporate & Franchise Stores for Canopy Growth Corporation, which includes the Tweed and Tokyo Smoke stores. We wanted to connect with Gallagher about their current store operations, including newly-launched franchised stores in Toronto.

The Shake Podcast connected with Lacey Norton, Head of Retail for Canopy Growth late December of 2020. We had an opportunity to discuss the current landscape of retail, data insights, a push for education & awareness as well as a deep dive into Tokyo Smoke and Tweed Banners.

Mimi Lam is CEO + co-founder of Superette, a cannabis retailer and lifestyle brand in Canada with awards for Top Startup & Top Retailer, and Mimi winning the Women in Weed Trailblazer award. Starting life as a shy, sheltered young girl, Mimi learned to back herself and at 25 years old she did what everyone thought was crazy - left her cushy corporate banking role to work at a startup in an an industry she didn't know - cannabis. She became Director of Corporate Development at Tokyo Smoke and was the brains behind the finances, supporting and negotiating their sale to Canopy Growth for $250 million dollars. When offered a high paying job at Canopy Growth, Mimi instead decided to make another grand leap and back herself. She co-founded and launched her own cannabis and lifestyle brand, Superette. Mimi talks about trusting her gut and what it takes to make big leaps, and how her journey from leaving corporate for a startup and then to entrepreneurship gave her permission to truly be herself. Secret squirrel, she also shares what she wishes she could trade her CEO title in for. Find out more about Superette HERE, follow them on Instagram, and find Mim on Instagram HERE.Find us on Instagram @didntseethatcoming__ or at www.seekerloverdreamer/podcast.

Lorne discusses his 50 years of experience in the cannabis world that has named him the plant's Godfather, his mission to make the world a better place through the powers of cannabis and design excellence, and the process of taking the first-ever medical cannabis company public.

Show Opening... But first (0:39); Waterloo Region sees second death related to COVID-19 (2:24); Food Safety Amid COVID-19 (20:42); Premier Ford to update Ontarians on COVID-19 situation (43:55); Waterloo Region sees second death related to COVID-19 (1:27:43); Tokyo Smoke launches Click and Collect service for cannabis retail in Ontario (1:48:36)

I sat down with Berkley Poole in November of 2019, when she was the Vice President and Creative Director at Tokyo Smoke, one of Canada’s most well-known cannabis brands. Since then, Berkeley has moved on to be the Creative Director at Whitman Emorson, a design studio in Toronto. Berkeley is no stranger to creative work. Before Tokyo Smoke, she worked on brand books for brands like Calvin Klein and Tom Ford, was on the creative team at Barney’s, and even started her own magazine called ADULT.She touches on what being a creative entails and what her process looks like, especially when it comes to visually recreating what the cannabis experience feels like.This is an episode for anyone who is interested in diving into a creative career path — gain some tips and insight into one of the creative leaders in Toronto and Canada.Find Berkeley on IG @boygirl and Tokyo Smoke at @tokyosmoke.

Is it possible to create communities through the design of your product? In this episode, Swish chats with Josh Lyon, Senior Director of Portfolio Integration at Canopy Growth Corporation (previously Director of Marketing at Tokyo Smoke) and Aanikh Khler, the COO of Trufan. Throughout the conversation, Swish discovers the power of taking a design-first approach to connect with your customers, whether online or offline.  

Hello Grow Guiders! We've missed you and wanted to say hello with this surprise episode. Season 3 isn't here just yet, but stay tuned for more surprise content over the next few months! Today we catch up on some fun upcoming events we're hosting, like the FREE "potpourri" workshops at Tokyo Smoke (at stores across Canada!) and the Saturday morning Gardening Club workshops at Sage Garden Greenhouses (also free!). Maggie & Dave share 5 fun plant/gardening projects you can start right now even in the middle of winter!  Maggie's Fav Thing: Terrafibre Hemp Mats Dave's Fav Thing: Roasting Coffee Beans Connect with The Grow Guide on Instagram Connect with Maggie on Instagram Connect with Dave on Instagram Join the Facebook Community Group    

Why is it that people in seemingly great places — good careers or relationships, leave to pursue ‘more'? In 2015, Alan Gertner was working his dream job at Google. Growing up, Alan was the type of kid who preferred computer camp to sports camp, and at only 30 years old was an executive at Google, living in Singapore. He'd dedicated his 20's to winning at work and realized he wanted the next chapter to be different – so he left. He went on to start a company in the cannabis industry, Tokyo Smoke, which he eventually sold to Canopy Growth Corporation for a reported $250M. But his systematic process to do the self-work required to figure out what to do next was key to his success. Alan shares that process, and more on the first episode of our new series Hustle & Grit.

This week I was joined by Adam Barski, known as @TheBudderChef on twitter as we dove into cooking with cannabis. Some safety points and ideas to start baking with. We chatted about cooking savoury meals as well and the High End Dinner series he has in Vancouver. In What's That Strain Chris Ianson and I reviewed Rise from Tokyo Smoke and unveiled our 12 strains of Christmas series. The Cannabis Character Cup has one finalist and another match up on now to determine the other. Tommy Chong awaits the winner of Cheech Marin as Pedro Da Pacas vs The Dude from Jeff Bridges, you can vote now @TheCannabis101 on twitter. We paid tribute to Saul Silver who was eliminated by The Man Tommy Chong and in Weed Word Of The Day it was all about eating!!!Enjoy! Subscribe! Review!

This week we're talking with Berkeley Poole (VP & Creative Director) at Tokyo Smoke.

This week Craig & Lee talk about the Kit Kat’s highly experiential retail concept, the rise of the food hall phenomenon in Canada, Holt Renfrew's collaboration with Tokyo Smoke, Nordstrom's collaboration with Max Mara and Sport Experts’ latest store opening in Quebec.Retail Insider Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by JLL Canada: What’s your ambition? Visit JLL.ca to see how JLL Canada is here to create rewarding opportunities and amazing spaces around the globe where people can achieve their ambitions.Discussed this episode:KitKat Opens Innovative First-in-Canada Experiential ‘Chocolatory’ Retail Concept [Photos/Video]BRIEF: Food Hall Opens in Quebec City, 350-Year-Old Fur Company Files for CCAA (Galeries de la Capitale food hall, Holt Renfrew and Tokyo Smoke collaboration, Nordstrom and Max Mara) including references to Upscale Alberta-Based ‘Sunterra Market’ Grocery Concept Looks to Expansion with Newest StoreSports Experts Opens Largest Experiential Flagship at Quartier DIX30 [Photos] Subscribe, Rate, and Review our Retail Insider Podcast!Follow Craig:LinkedIn Instagram TwitterFollow Retail Insider:LinkedIn Facebook Twitter InstagramListen & Subscribe:Apple PodcastsSpotifyOvercastStitcherGoogle PlayShare your thoughts!Drop us a line at Craig@Retail-Insider.com. You can also rate us in Apple Podcasts or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show!

This week Craig & Lee talk about the Kit Kat's highly experiential retail concept, the rise of the food hall phenomenon in Canada, Holt Renfrew's collaboration with Tokyo Smoke, Nordstrom's collaboration with Max Mara and Sport Experts' latest store opening in Quebec.Retail Insider Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by JLL Canada: What's your ambition? Visit JLL.ca to see how JLL Canada is here to create rewarding opportunities and amazing spaces around the globe where people can achieve their ambitions.Discussed this episode:KitKat Opens Innovative First-in-Canada Experiential ‘Chocolatory' Retail Concept [Photos/Video]BRIEF: Food Hall Opens in Quebec City, 350-Year-Old Fur Company Files for CCAA (Galeries de la Capitale food hall, Holt Renfrew and Tokyo Smoke collaboration, Nordstrom and Max Mara) including references to Upscale Alberta-Based ‘Sunterra Market' Grocery Concept Looks to Expansion with Newest StoreSports Experts Opens Largest Experiential Flagship at Quartier DIX30 [Photos] Subscribe, Rate, and Review our Retail Insider Podcast!Follow Craig:LinkedIn Instagram TwitterFollow Retail Insider:LinkedIn Facebook Twitter InstagramListen & Subscribe:Apple PodcastsSpotifyOvercastStitcherGoogle PlayShare your thoughts!Drop us a line at Craig@Retail-Insider.com. You can also rate us in Apple Podcasts or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show!

Welcome to the new wild west... the Canadian Cannabis Industry. To help us tackle the industry's toughest marketing and branding challenges, we are joined by Laura Miller who is a former UofA Bcomm graduate and is currently the Community & Brand Manager for Tokyo Smoke. So whether you are a cannabis connoisseur or just curious about the industry, there is something for everyone to learn on the podcast today! Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/marketingmajor/message

Van der Pop started as a cannabis accessories company, with beautifully-designed accessories made specifically for women. Over time, founder April Pride saw a need for education with her customers and pivoted to women-focused cannabis education. As Van der pop grew, eventually being acquired by Tokyo Smoke, which was later acquired by Canopy Growth, April’s role changed quite a bit. We discuss how she grappled with handing over the reigns and embracing her new role. April’s new company, OF LIKE MINDS is a marketing platform for cannabis brands, and will be launching a podcast in Fall 2019 (link soon to follow). She shares how she's talked to her kids about working in cannabis, the importance of advocating for equity in the cannabis industry, and learnings around launching a product and selling a business. Follow April Pride instagram.com/aprilpride twitter.com/aprilpride aprilpride.com A link to the book we discussed Michael Pollan’s “How to Change Your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addition, Depression, and Transcendence" https://amzn.to/2Za2wXb Follow #BTSPodcast: Twitter: https://twitter.com/btsthepodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/btsthepodcast/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1720173561544455/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/btsthepodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/19055475/ Support this podcast by becoming a monthly supporter at anchor.fm/btspodcast/support or use promo code LZLRZ to save on an in-home massage with Soothe, LCOOK61 to save on your first HotelTonight booking, save on your first grocery delivery with InstaCart: LCOOK5142, or use LYNAE to save on a Breather room. Subscribe for my newsletter, #askamillennial at bit.ly/askamillennial. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/btspodcast/support

Welcome to the Voice of Retail for the week of June 11th, 2019 I'm your host Michael LeBlanc and this podcast is brought to you in conjunction with Retail Council of Canada and sponsored by Purolator, Canada's Shipping Company for courier and freight, learn more at www.purolator.com In this episode two exclusive feature interviews both recorded live in person at the Purolator Podcasting Studio at RCC's #STORE2019. First, I chat with Kaileen Millard-Ruff, Vice President of Retail for Ottawa-based international retailer Lee Valley Tools. We talk about Kaileen's rich background in retail, the unique culture and history of the brand, their differentiating merchandising and in-store experience. Next one of Canada's premier retail statesman, industry advocate and thought leaders Willy Kruh, Global Retail Lead for KPMG and Retail Council of Canada's 2019 inductee into the Retail Hall of Fame. Based here in Toronto with KPMG for 36 years, Canadian retail lead for the past 20 and global lead for the past 15, we chat about Willy's start on sales floor with Harry Rosen, through to Willy's reflections on the state of modern retail, and the work still to be done, particularly in Canada, by retailers to effectively compete in modern retail. Last but not least I'll cover off Retail This Week including Hudson's Bay going private, rare full length video interview with Amazon worldwide consumer chief, Fjallraven's Swedish adventures in Canada, a harmonized approach to single-use plastics, Tokyo Smoke's cross-Canada retail expansion, Walmart's overall of jet.com, tough lessons from Tim Horton's, Loblaw “pears” up with Toronto startup flash food and Metro launched e-grocery in Toronto. But first, let's listen in to my interview with Kaileen from Lee Valley Tools Thanks to Kaileen and Willy for being my special guests for this episode, stay tuned for more interviews from the Purolator Podcasting Studio in episodes to come. Now let's hit the highlights from Retail This Week eNewsletter, biggest retail weekly in Canada and you can subscribe on www.retailcouncil.org for free. That's a wrap on this edition of The Voice of Retail, if you liked this podcast you can subscribe on iTunes or your favourite podcast platform, and be sure and recommend to a friend or colleague in the retail industry. You can also ask your favourite home devices, Amazon Echo, Google home to play the most recent edition. I'm Michael LeBlanc, Founder and President of M.E. LeBlanc and Company Inc. and you can learn more about me on www.meleblanc.co or of course on LinkedIn Until next time, have a great week!

Welcome to the Voice of Retail for the week of May 6th 2019 I'm your host Michael LeBlanc and this podcast is brought to you in conjunction with Retail Council of Canada and sponsored by Stream Commerce, North America's fastest growing Shopify Plus agency, learn more at www.streamcommerce.com In this episode an interview with RCC Independent Retail Ambassador of the Year Kendall Barber and her Edmonton based footwear business Poppy Barley. We explore the origins of the business, the move to physical retail, and how this award winning retailer sets and follows a North Star for its brand. Then, part one of a feature interview with Rob Shields, veteran retailer and retail loyalty visionary as we talk about the intersection of loyalty programs, true customer loyalty and brand as Rob declares “the dividend of digital is data”. Next, an interview with RCC's Stephanie Lear as she dishes on the great thought leadership content you'll find on the stage at STORE 2019 coming up in a couple of weeks (May 28/29, get your tickets at www.storeconference.ca) and last but certainly not least a quick chat with Canadian Retailer Editor-In-Chief Sean Tarry as he introduces the latest edition, the Food & Grocery edition Last but not least I'll cover off the top retail news of the week including Roots continued global expansion plans, Walmart Canada invests $200 million on store network, Best Buy's Ron Wilson at RCC's 2019 Distinguished Retailer of the Year Award, Tokyo Smoke opens up in old HMV space in Toronto, Amazon Go opens in NYC to massive lines (um, defeating the purpose, no?) and wardrobe rental services up close. That's a wrap on this edition of The Voice of Retail, if you liked this podcast you can subscribe on iTunes or your favourite podcast platform. You can also ask your favourite home devices, Amazon Echo, Google home, just say “Hey Google, play the voice of retail podcast” I'm Michael LeBlanc, Founder and President of M.E. LeBlanc and Company Inc. and you can learn more about me on www.meleblanc.co or on LinkedIn Join me again next week for my interview with Walter Robb, co-founder of Whole Foods, part two of my interview with Rob Shields and Dr. Sylvain Charlebois Senior Director, Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University and frequent commentator on the grocery sector in Canada. Until then, have a great week!

On this episode, hear from Emma Andrews, cannabis consultant and advocate, who is breaking down the doors to end cannabis stigma and perpetuate a positive narrative. We talk about how Emma entered the cannabis industry, the Canadian cannabis stock market and cannabis for sport performance. Emma shares her passion of integrating cannabis into the health and wellness industry and the potent power of education. We jam on what the October 17th legalization will mean and what the future holds. Emma speaks to product quality regulation, the illicit market, safe cannabis experiences and job growth in cannabis. I highly recommend tuning in, especially before October 17th.

10:17 is going to be eventful and you gotta have the right grooves to start the day off in fine form. To energize yourself for the festivities, check out this 10:17 playlist compiled by Tokyo Smoke ally + creative, Jahmal Padmore. Trust us, you'll be on your feet in no time.

Curated by Tokyo Smoke ally + creative, Jahmal Padmore, the RISE playlist is here to spark creative thought + practice for 10/17. How will you spend 10/17? For more ideas, visit spendtenseventeen.com. #ts1017.

Curated by Tokyo Smoke ally + creative, Jahmal Padmore, the PAUSE playlist is here to provide a relaxing soundtrack for 10/17. How will you spend 10/17? For more ideas, visit spendtenseventeen.com. #ts1017.

Curated by Tokyo Smoke ally + creative, Jahmal Padmore, the Equalize playlist is here to center yourself for 10/17. How will you spend 10/17? For more ideas, visit http://spendtenseventeen.com. #ts1017.

One thing I've learnt from all the women I've interviewed so far is that as women, we don't have to live a life that is prescribed to us by anyone- the society, our parents, or even ourselves. Today's guest Odessa Paloma Parker is definitely one of the women who has been fully embracing her weirdness and celebrating who she truly is. Being the Fashion Editor for The Globe and Mail, creator of the Vintage Crawl- an annual event participated by Toronto's best vintage shops, and now the Content Lead for Tokyo Smoke and Van Der Pop, Odessa has created big things quietly. But her personal style is far from mute.In this interview, Odessa shares her journey from being an outcast to a confident woman; her takes on the fashion industry that is based on people's insecurities; and history lessons on how/why cannabis has been attached with stigma. Give it a listen. Hope you enjoy it. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to Ideasex with Abacus! On today's episode, the team is joined by Alan Gertner, the CEO of Haiku Brands and the co-founder of Tokyo Smoke. He started his career at Google and then went on to co-found Tokyo Smoke with his father. On the show, the team talks about the future of cannabis, the future of retail, and what it's like to be a pioneer in the cannabis industry.

Welcome to our latest episode of The Glow Down! We are so excited to chat with fellow beauty podcaster Emma Gunavardhana of The Emma Guns Show. This U.K. based former print editor started out at O.K. Magazine before venturing into the world of audio storytelling. She's a host with heart, covering topics from red lipstick (empowering or beauty myth?) to coping with panic attacks. We love how she brings us all the feels no matter what she's talking about! Find out what her most memorable celeb encounter was back when she was a baby beauty editor, and which red lippie won her #RedDread project. #oneredforall? We also give you the complete #GlowDown on the latest (and greatest?) custom foundation that's just landed in Canada: Lancôme Le Teint Particulier. How's it living up to the hype? And finally, what's the buzz on cannabis beauty? Carlene first wrote about this trend in The Coveteur a few months ago and this week we chatted with Odessa Paloma Parker, a Head of Content at Tokyo Smoke,  a lifestyle brand with high end coffee, an elevated retail experience and its signature collection of smoking accessories and founder and CCO of Van der Pop, April Pride. Her hemp self-care line is just the tip of the next big beauty wave coming to a state or province near you? Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Audio production: Olivia Nashmi Theme song: Cherry Bomb by Saya Subscribe to us here: iTunes: goo.gl/oKyjFx Soundcloud: goo.gl/xUXC3v Stitcher: goo.gl/5d8oFX Google Play: goo.gl/cDpMwT Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Breakingbeauty.ca - Check our blog for all products mentioned. Instagram.com/breakingbeautypodcast Twitter.com/BreakingBtyPod Facebook.com/BreakingBeautyPodcast #FoundersRule

On this episode, Brandon welcomes the legendary Chuck Rifici of Nesta Holding Company. As the former co-founder/CEO of Canopy Growth, Chuck has had his finger on the pulse of cannabis in Canada for a number of years. His newest venture, Nesta, has put money into many different startups including Cannabis Wheaton, Feather, Tokyo Smoke, and Wikileaf. Tune in, listen up, and get acquainted with one of the best founders + investors in the cannabis industry!

In this episode, Brandon welcomes Managing Director Matt Shalhoub of Green Acre Capital to discuss the business of investing in cannabis companies. With investments already in Ample Genetics and Tokyo Smoke, and plenty of capital ready to deploy, Green Acre is looking to become the next great cannabis investment fund from Canada. Tune in, listen up, get acquainted!

Alan Gertner is the co-founder and CEO of Tokyo Smoke, a modern lifestyle business that is inclusive of Cannabis. A lover of technology, design, and everything in-between, Alan most recently led a $+100M organization at Google in Asia.  Alan is a proven leader in strategy and operations, including as a founding member of Google's first Global Business Strategy team. Tokyo Smoke was created to bring design, education, and emotion to cannabis. Ultimately, we believe in changing the world through iconic cannabis normalization.

In this episode, Brandon welcomes CEO Alan Gertner of Tokyo Smoke to talk about building an upscale brand in cannabis. From coffee shops to clothing to their signature line of cannabis accessories, this brand is growing quickly and pushing the limits on what it means to build an elevated cannabis brand. Learn all about building a company and a brand from a founder doing it right now! Tune in, listen up, get acquainted!

Tokyo Smoke co-owner Alan Gertner explains why marijuana dispensaries will play an important role in Toronto's future once pot is legalized in Canada.

Alan Gertner, co-owner of Tokyo Smoke, wants to bring a different approach to cannabis culture in Toronto. Is it possible to dispel the "stoner" image associated with pot?

The co-owner of Toronto's Tokyo Smoke would support the sale of marijuana solely in LCBO-operated locations.

In this episode, Matthew Castel sits down with Alan Gertner, a former management consultant and Google employee who is now the founder of Tokyo Smoke.