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Ever since the parent companies of King Soopers and Safeway agreed to a $24.6 billion merger back in 2022, many Denverites have been worried about the future of their neighborhood grocery stores. Colorado's Attorney General Phil Weiser investigated the deal and filed a lawsuit to block it back in February, and then the Federal Trade Commission followed with a challenge of their own a few weeks later. The FTC's case is going before a federal judge in Portland, Oregon, in a trial starting today, and Weiser's is set to begin here in Colorado next month. Host Bree Davies spoke with Weiser earlier this year about why he felt it was necessary to intervene. What do you think about King Soopers and Safeway merging? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver and get ad-free listening by becoming a member: https://membership.citycast.fm/denver If you enjoyed the interview with Daniel Marginson, the R&D Director of Wana Brands, learn more here. Learn more about the other sponsors of this August 26th episode: Denver Health Wana Brands Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Smashed with crispy edges or thick and juicy? Plain or piled high with a crazy array of toppings? American cheese, blue cheese, or no cheese? These are just some of the factors we considered when taking a closer look at Denver's burger scene. From the most affordable to the most indulgent, host Bree Davies is joined by Hey Denver newsletter editor Peyton Garcia and Westword food and drink editor Molly Martin to examine and rate the Mile High's best patties between two buns. Want more Denver burger content? Check out our burger battle episode from way back in 2021, or get a little history on the Cherry Cricket from when we stopped by to learn more about the famous burger dive's origins. For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver What do you think? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Check out Meow Wolf's Adulti-Verse, returning Wednesday, September 4th! Fall asleep, get pain relief, or just chill out with Wana Brands' Optimals line Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
More than 200 new laws went into effect in Colorado this week, touching on everything from concert ticket pricing transparency to gig driver protections, and each of those laws has a backstory. One in particular comes after years of back and forth between lawmakers and Wyatt's Towing, the company Attorney General Phil Weiser found guilty of “deceptive and unfair business practices.” So will this new law finally protect Denverites from predatory towing? Denver Post reporter Sam Tabachnik has been reporting on Wyatt's for years, and he joins host Bree Davies to explain what you need to know about this new law. For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Sign up as a member today for ad-free listening: membership.citycast.fm What do you think? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 If you enjoyed the interview with Daniel Marginson, the director of R&D with Wana Brands, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Try the new Wana Optimals from Wana Brands See “Waitress: The Musical” at the Arvada Center Regional Air Quality Council - Sign up for summer ozone text alerts Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, we dive into the captivating world of cannabis marketing with a trailblazing guest, Joe Hodas. Joe is the Chief Marketing Officer of Wana Brands, the largest edible company in North America. Join us as we unravel the secrets behind their remarkable success in the rapidly evolving cannabis industry.Joe takes us on an insightful journey through the art of multi-channel marketing. Discover how Wana Brands has conquered the art of reaching diverse audiences through multiple platforms, from special events to innovative collaborations.But that's not all – our conversation delves deep into a cornerstone of their growth strategy: in-store demos. Uncover the magic that happens when customers have the chance to experience these edibles firsthand. From building trust to sparking customer loyalty, these in-store demos have been a pivotal force in expanding Wana Brands' customer base.This episode will provide you with invaluable insights into the cannabis industry, actionable marketing strategies, and a glimpse into the future of marketing in one of the world's most exciting sectors.Tune in to learn how Wana Brands continues to lead the way, tantalizing taste buds and sparking connections through strategic marketing and immersive customer experiences.https://www.wanabrands.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/joehodas/
Learn from the Nancy Whiteman the CEO behind North America's best-selling cannabis gummies, as she spills the trade secrets to cash-flow success and navigating mega-acquisitions. Join Karson Humiston in this mind-blowing episode as she delves into the extraordinary journey of a cannabis game-changer. Buckle up for an eye-opening ride into the future of the cannabis landscape. Produced by PodConx Karson Humiston - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karson-humiston-64572b97/Vangst - https://vangst.com/Nancy Whiteman - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-whiteman-0a4783/Wana Brands - https://www.wanabrands.com/
"There are many ways to kind of establish and build your brand. I think if you don't have these things, now is a great time to be inspired to figure out: ¿What is my brand? ¿Why? ¿What are my brand values? ¿What's my mission statement? To continue to get that buy-in internally for your team to live and breathe it." - Katherine WolfWith more competition than ever in the cannabis industry, building a strong brand identity is critical to success!In this episode, Shayda Torabi joins Joe Hodas, Katherine Wolf, and John Shute, to explore how cannabis brands can create a distinctive personality that resonates with consumers and sets them apart from the competition. Guests will share their own unique stories and experiences in the industry and discuss how they successfully navigated through different challenges and obstacles. Listeners will gain insight into how to develop a brand personality that aligns with their business goals and appeals to their target audience.[00:11 - 07:56] From Seed to Brand[07:56 - 15:41] Crafting a Compelling Identity for Your Cannabis Brand[15:41 - 22:11] Discovering the "Why" Behind Your Brand[22:11 - 28:46] Tips for Differentiating Yourself and Connecting with Your Audience[28:47 - 36:14] Consumer Insights and the Power of Effective Branding[36:14 - 43:06] Reinvigorating the Brand: Refreshing Logos, Packaging, and Values[43:06 - 49:53] Codifying Company Values for Long-Term Brand Strength[49:53 - 01:01:41] SOPs, Branding, and Company Culture in the Cannabis IndustryJoe Hodas, Chief Marketing Officer at Wana Brands, is an Experienced Marketing and Operations Executive with a demonstrated history of working in cannabis, travel, and tourism, consumer packaged goods (CPG), as well as fast-casual dining, and healthcare--all through the lens of the brand.Connect with Joe through!Linkedin,or go to https://www.wanabrands.com/Katherine Wolf, Chief Marketing and Operations Officer at Malek's Premium Cannabis is a cannabis marketer, branding specialist, and writer. She has a B.S. in Marketing & Economics from The University of Tampa and a background in branding, digital marketing, and copywriting and editing for both B2B and B2C brands from the startup to enterprise level.Connect with Katherine through!Linkedin,or go to https://www.malekspremiumcannabis.com/John Shute, CEO at PufCreativ, is a creative cannabis marketing strategy, B2B, B2C, and client communication in the marijuana industry. He has been awarded “2020 Colorado CEO of the Year” by CEO Monthly and "2020 Marketer of the Year" by ADCANN.Connect with John through!Linkedin, or go to https://pufcreativ.com/Shayda Torabi has been called one of the most influential Women in WordPress and now she's one of the women leading the cannabis reformation conversation building one of Texas' premier CBD brands. She's currently the CEO and Co-Founder of RESTART CBD, a female-run education first CBD wellness brand. And has formerly held marketing positions at WP Engine and WebDevStudios. Shayda is the host of a podcast for cannabis marketers called To Be Blunt, where she interviews top cannabis brands on their most successful marketing initiatives. When Shayda's not building her cannabiz in Texas, you can find her on the road exploring the best hikes and spots for vegan ice cream. Follow Shayda at @theshaydatorabi SPONSORSHIP is brought to you by Restart CBD. Check them out for your CBD needsLEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to join me for episodes featuring some serious cannabis industry by sharing this episode or click here to listen to past episodesRESTART CBD is an education-first CBD wellness brand shipping nationwide.Check out my new website
This week Steve chats with Wana Brands' Chief Marketing Officer, Joe Hodas.
This week Cassidy spends some time with CEO and Co-Founder of Wana Brands, Nancy Whiteman, on the release of their newest innovation, quick calm. Nancy shares her belief that the power of the plant goes beyond its intoxicating effects and has huge potential for wellness and more on her plans to fund clinical research with the Wana Brands new Foundation. Cannabis can be used as a tool to support your mental health and overall wellbeing and Wana just made it that much easier. Wana Brands Foundation Find Wana near you (in 14 states!) Keep Up with Cassidy
Welcome to Feminized, where today I'm absolutely thrilled to chat with the brilliant Sandy Li, CFO of Wana Brands! Sandy brings a wealth of experience from her time as VP of Finance at Parallel, her entrepreneurial journey running her own computer hardware and software company in China, and her senior leadership roles in various multi-national companies. In this episode, we dive into her transformative business approach, her expertise in driving growth, profitability, and shareholder value, and her role in overseeing Wana Brands' strategy, finance, and IT operations.Sandy shares her insights on the challenges facing cannabis CFOs today and what things have been like since the Canopy Growth acquisition of Wana Brands. She also shares the true secret of success to any profitable cannabis company: The PEOPLE! Trust me, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and some serious canna-business know-how. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more empowering stories from the top women in the cannabis industry. See you there, Sis!Find, follow, and support Sandy!www.wanabrands.com/find/IG: @wanabrandsLiz Hair: Craig Cobb, The Foundry SalonEpisode filmed in New Braunfels via Zoom. Feminized with Liz Grow is produced by Grow House Media, Patrick Pope & Tanis Ray, with original theme music and sound mixing by Q da King Productions in New Braunfels, Texas. VISIT 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)
In this episode, we are joined by Mike Hennesy. Mike is the Vice President of Innovation at Wana Brands where he oversees their research and development program, new product design, educational training content, and growing partnerships with new cannabis technologies. Topics: 1. Innovative Edibles 2. R&D in Edibles * Twitter - @TheCannabisRev2 * LinkedIn - @thecannabisreview * Episode Library - https://www.thecannabisreview.ie + Wana Brands - https://www.wanabrands.com/
On this episode of the Kaya Cast Podcast, Tom Mulhern interviews Kelly Flores, the Chief Operating Officer of Wana Brands. Kelly brings her expertise in consumer goods and cannabis industry knowledge to the table to discuss the future of edibles and how brands can survive.Tune in to hear Tom and Kelly's conversation about how the cannabis industry is rapidly expanding and how smaller brands can take a bit out of the ever growing Cannabis Industry. Find out more about Wana Brands at: wanabrands.com linkedin.com/in/kelly-flores-90125457 linkedin.com/company/wana-brands youtube.com/@wanabrands9237 instagram.com/wanabrands twitter.com/WanaBrands
Sara sits down with Karla Rodriguez, Director of Corporate Social Responsibility at Wana Brands to talk about the importance of social justice and supporting both local and national outreach in communities. [EP59] Twitter: @WanaBrands
Marketing is a tough job — tougher in cannabis. And a lot has changed in the industry over the past decade. One thing that hasn't changed? The fundamentals. Wana Brands Chief Marketing Officer Joe Hodas sat down and chatted with Vangst CEO, Karson Humiston about his journey from the "traditional" advertising industry to leading the marketing of some of the biggest brands in cannabis. His work at Wana Brands has led to the edible giant's expansion into 15 states and two countries — and the brand recently struck a $298M deal with Canopy Growth. Whether you're looking to get into cannabis marketing to build a great brand or are trying to build a team, this episode is a must-listen. The key is always finding the right fit for both employers and their staff, Joe said, and this is how you do it.Produced by PodConxProud To Work In Cannabis - https://podconx.com/podcasts/proud-to-work-in-cannabisKarson Humiston - https://podconx.com/guests/karson-humistonVangst - https://vangst.com/Joe Hodas - https://podconx.com/guests/joe-hodasWana Brands - https://www.wanabrands.com/
Jon sits down for a cannaconvo with Nancy Whiteman, CEO of Wana Brands. Their conversation touches upon their recent partnership with Canopy, future plans for market expansion, and the future of the industry as a whole.Heralded as “The Queen of Legal Weed” by Inc. (May 2017) and “The Martha Stewart of Edibles” by Entrepreneur (Jan. 2019), Nancy Whiteman is co-founder and CEO of Wana Brands, a top international brand already available in more than 3,000 dispensaries across the United States and Canada. In October 2021, Canopy Growth Corp. announced it had purchased the right–upon federal permissibility of THC in the US–to acquire Wana Brands. With proceeds from the deal, Nancy established the Wana Brands Foundation, an organization working to enhance the world by supporting a wide variety of nonprofits in Wana's communities. Nancy leads Wana Brands' strategic vision and has been instrumental in the company's growth into new and emerging markets. She also directs the development of partnerships and licensing agreements domestically and internationally. Nancy has been recognized for numerous awards including Forbes' Most Influential People in Cannabis and High Times 100.
It's our 30th episode I'm so proud to have Nancy Whiteman, the founder and CEO of Wana Brands, on to share her secrets to success… spoiler alert: 12 years of hard work and laser focus on being #1 edibles company in the WORLD! With Wana gummies in almost every major market and an acquisition by Canopy Growth pending, we talk about the products she's most excited about at the moment, her origin story and path to success, and why the number of women executives in the cannabis industry are dwindling. Nancy Whiteman is a role model to every woman and man who wants to leave their mark in the industry and we can all learn from her experience. If you're in a legal market, find out if Wana edibles are near here: https://www.wanabrands.com/collections/shop-all/ Episode recorded in New Braunfels, Texas & Boulder, Colorado via Zoom. Feminized with Liz Grow is produced by Grow House Media, Patrick Pope & Tanis Ray, with original theme music and sound mixing by Q da King Productions in New Braunfels, Texas. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/feminized-with-liz-grow/id1598642379Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2CADDBjo2nCvpOAPA9VtKW?si=27a0d2dc6e93425aEverywhere else you listen, search FEMINIZED WITH LIZ GROW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feminizedwithlizgrow/YOUTUBE: Feminized Podcast → Please subscribe, we're going to start uploading bonus conversations, clips, and projects that you won't find anywhere else!Grateful for your iTunes rating, it helps other listeners find us! If you have ideas for guests, wish to sponsor, or have general feedback that will help us do better, please email liz@growhousemedia.co (not .com)
Joining us for today's episode is Mike Hennesy, VP of Innovation at Wana Brands. With roots in Boulder, CO, and expansion across the U.S. Wana has been named North America's most trusted edible brand. It's easy to see why, for over a decade Wana has focused on high-quality ingredients, innovation, as well as focusing on impacting the communities in which they serve. Learn more about Mike's educational background including being one of the first to graduate with a Master's Program for Cannabis Science and Therapeutics at The University of Maryland. We talk more about the online interactive training program for budtenders and employees Mike helped create that covers the science of the endocannabinoid system as well as Wana's propriety terpene blends. Wana recently launched Live Rosin Gummies in Colorado which have become a huge hit amongst customers. Mike educates us on the difference between live rosin and resin and what this product offers to consumers. We also learn more about Wana's efforts to impact the local communities. If you are interested in learning more about Wana's brand and product offerings and are looking for more education about cannabis science this episode is for you! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lit-and-lucid/support
That's right Wana Brands is the #1 brand in the edible market in North American cannabis. Sure enough they were very busy at NECANN in Boston a month ago, and we didn't want to forget that Courtney Eder spent a few minutes talking about their success with Jimmy Young at the convention.
Joining the pod is Nancy Whiteman, Co-Founder & CEO of Wana Brands, one of the leading names in cannabis retail. Most well known for their gummies, Wana have blazed a trail for cannabis brands across the U.S. and recently were subject to a $300m acquisition by Canopy Growth. Nancy is an inspirational cannabis exec and someone who was more than happy to share the experience and expertise needed to build this behemoth of cannabis retail!
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Ricardo Baca made his cannabis industry name as the first marijuana editor at The Denver Post. The skills and connections he garnered in that career gave him the confidence to launch his own public relations venture, Grasslands, in 2016, but journalism didn't provide him the business acumen required for success. In this episode of “Seed to CEO,” Ricardo talks with MJBiz CEO Chris Walsh about learning the ropes to create a successful firm. Ricardo shares: The critical role mentors played in the learning process. What it really means to differentiate your offerings. How to survive having your bank accounts closed – and how to find a new bank. How to make smart and transformational hires. Who is Ricardo Baca? Ricardo Baca is the co-founder and CEO of Denver-based Grasslands: A Journalism-Minded Agency, which represents cannabusinesses such as Cookies and Wana Brands. He spent more than 20 years as a journalist, including 12 years with The Denver Post, before launching Grasslands. Ricardo was chosen one of Fortune magazine's “7 Most Powerful People in America's Marijuana Industry” and has been a Clio Awards juror and TEDx speaker. Grasslands was awarded the Denver Business Journal's 2020 Small Business Award and today has 26 employees.
Ricardo Baca made his cannabis industry name as the first marijuana editor at The Denver Post. The skills and connections he garnered in that career gave him the confidence to launch his own public relations venture, Grasslands, in 2016, but journalism didn't provide him the business acumen required for success. In this episode of “Seed to CEO,” Ricardo talks with MJBiz CEO Chris Walsh about learning the ropes to create a successful firm. Ricardo shares: The critical role mentors played in the learning process. What it really means to differentiate your offerings. How to survive having your bank accounts closed – and how to find a new bank. How to make smart and transformational hires. Who is Ricardo Baca? Ricardo Baca is the co-founder and CEO of Denver-based Grasslands: A Journalism-Minded Agency, which represents cannabusinesses such as Cookies and Wana Brands. He spent more than 20 years as a journalist, including 12 years with The Denver Post, before launching Grasslands. Ricardo was chosen one of Fortune magazine's “7 Most Powerful People in America's Marijuana Industry” and has been a Clio Awards juror and TEDx speaker. Grasslands was awarded the Denver Business Journal's 2020 Small Business Award and today has 26 employees.
Heralded as “The Queen of Legal Weed” by Inc. (May 2017) and “The Martha Stewart of Edibles” by Entrepreneur (Jan. 2019), Nancy Whiteman is co-founder and CEO of Wana Brands, a top international brand already available in more than 3,000 dispensaries across the United States and Canada. Nancy leads the company's strategic vision and has been instrumental in Wana Brands' growth into new and emerging markets. She also directs the development of partnerships and licensing agreements domestically and internationally. Nancy founded Wana Wellness Hemp Herbal Supplements leveraging her expertise in cannabinoid innovation and product development. Nancy serves on the Marijuana Business Daily Advisory Board and the Benzinga Cannabis Advisory Board. She was recognized as one of Green Entrepreneur's 35 Most Influential Women in Cannabis (May 2020) and named MJBizDaily's first-ever Industry Impact Award Winner (December 2019). She was one of six women included in High Times 100 (March 2019) and was listed as No. 1 in Cannabis Business Executive's 2017 Power Women in Cannabis (November 2017). She is a member of the Colorado Cannabis Manufacturers Association, National Cannabis Industry Association, Cannabis Trade Federation and Marijuana Policy Project. Prior to Wana, Nancy was a principal with The Whiteman Group, a sales and marketing consultancy, and previously held a range of senior-level marketing and business development positions including Vice President, Marketing and New Corporate Ventures for the Paul Revere Insurance Group in Massachusetts. Nancy holds a Bachelor of Science from Cornell University and an MBA from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Connect: Wana Brands on LinkedIn Wana Brands on Instagram Y Scouts is a leadership search firm that finds purpose-aligned and performance-proven leaders to help organizations achieve their missions faster. Ready to supercharge your leadership search and get the right person in your organization? Contact Y Scouts.
It's long been accepted that the edible experience and “the munchies” go hand in hand. But one edible is aiming to change that. In this episode, Arthur Jaffe joins Jonathan to discuss a new type of gummy hitting the market that actually curbs your hunger. Arthur is the CEO of ECS Brands, a company that's in the business of providing unique whole-plant extracts to brands, manufacturers, and processors around the world. On the pod, Arthur talks about developing the Wana Optimals Fit Gummy in partnership with Wana Brands, as well as the positive results people have been seeing with the product. He also gets into some of the ingredients in the edible, notably THCV, and emphasizes the need to focus on the endocannabinoid system in the edible creation process.
Join RJ and Claire for the first interview of the year, featuring Wana Brand's VP of Innovation, Mike Hennesy.Mike's story is a classic one, having started as a sales person and worked his way to an executive role where his voice is now shaping one of the highest valued edible companies in all of cannabis. If you're just starting your career in cannabis or you're wondering what Wana brands is up to behind the scenes, this episode was made for you. Connect with RJ:IMwithRJ.comOutspoke IOInstagramTwitter Linkedin - RJLinkedin - ClaireConnect with Wes Eder and Bhang Inc. WanaWana's InstagramLinkedin - WanaLinkedin - Mike
Our guest today is CMO of the largest edibles manufacturer in North America.Joe Hodas joins the Wavebreak Podcast to share the unique marketing playbook he's built over a decade of working within the heavily regulated cannabis space.In this episode you'll learn:How the customer profile of cannabis users differs from mainstream opinion, and why that matters.The strategies Wana Brands is currently using to successfully position themselves top of market—and why your brand should be taking another look at swag.A 2022 cannabis industry outlook: the future of the cannabis industry from a marketing point-of-view.Joe Hodas is CMO at Wana Brands, North America's #1 Edible company with operations across the United States.Join Our Private Email ListOur industry-leading DTC newsletter is trusted by ecommerce and marketing leaders at top brands like Goop, Skims, Cartier, Walmart, and thousands more.Click here to sign up ->Links MentionedWana BrandsLearn more about Wavebreak: the email & CRM agency for high-growth DTC brandsSponsored by KlaviyoKlaviyo — Over 265,000 innovative brands are growing their businesses by listening and understanding to cues from their customers--easily turning that information into valuable marketing messages used to build highly segmented, automated email & SMS campaigns, such as win back campaigns or abandoned cart recovery and more.
Canadian #cannabis giant #CanopyGrowth Corp and the owners of cannabis gummy maker Wana said they have struck an almost $300 million deal contingent on U.S. Federal legalization. Mike Hennesy is the Vice President of Innovation at Wana Brands where he oversees their research and development program, new product design, educational training content, and growing partnerships with new cannabis technologies. Hennesy led the team in creating Wana's new line of fast-acting Quick gummies, which ranked in the top 10 best-selling edibles in Colorado in less than a year after launch and use an innovative encapsulation technique to increase the bioavailability of cannabinoids and take effect quickly. He developed Wana's online interactive training program for budtenders and employees that covers the science of the endocannabinoid system and directed the development of Wana's unique proprietary terpene blends to deliver effect-oriented products. Guest: Mike Hennesy, Vice President of Innovation at Wana Brands https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-hennesy-69a8a5b1/ Host: Josh Kincaid, Capital Markets Analyst & host of your cannabis business podcast. https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkincaid/ Episode 805 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
Canadian #cannabis giant #CanopyGrowth Corp and the owners of cannabis gummy maker Wana said they have struck an almost $300 million deal contingent on U.S. Federal legalization. Mike Hennesy is the Vice President of Innovation at Wana Brands where he oversees their research and development program, new product design, educational training content, and growing partnerships with new cannabis technologies. Hennesy led the team in creating Wana's new line of fast-acting Quick gummies, which ranked in the top 10 best-selling edibles in Colorado in less than a year after launch and use an innovative encapsulation technique to increase the bioavailability of cannabinoids and take effect quickly. He developed Wana's online interactive training program for budtenders and employees that covers the science of the endocannabinoid system and directed the development of Wana's unique proprietary terpene blends to deliver effect-oriented products. Guest: Mike Hennesy, Vice President of Innovation at Wana Brands https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-hennesy-69a8a5b1/ Host: Josh Kincaid, Capital Markets Analyst & host of your cannabis business podcast. https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkincaid/ Episode 805 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.
In the latest episode of Cannabis Unlocked, we interview Joe Hodas - the Chief Marketing Officer of Wana Brands. This conversation comes a few weeks after the landmark announcement in which Canopy Growth purchased the option to buy Wana Brands following US federal legalization. In this conversation, we discuss brand loyalty in cannabis as it relates to form factors like edibles, flower and vapes. We further dive into the Canopy Growth acquisition and how the transaction will benefit both parties. From there, we discuss Wana's future growth plans and Joe's expectations for the evolving competitive landscape in cannabis edibles. Please enjoy!
A county in Oregon has declared a state of emergency due to an influx of unregulated cannabis, two candidates running for governor are ready to legalize weed in Florida, and researchers suggest CBD might have helped reduce the size of a cancer patient's tumor.
Jonathan welcomes guest Ciara Bourne, graphic designer and digital artist based in Denver, CO. Ciara took her passion for social justice, social equity, and environmentalism and created a one of a kind digital NFT to raise money and awareness for the Cannabis Impact Fund, a joint venture that Wana Brands is also involved in. Jonathan first breaks down exactly what an NFT is and why they are valuable. Ciara also gives advice to young budding artists, why they may be interested in creating NFT's, and the power she found using a contrast of tackling serious issues with a light hearted approach in art.
Nancy Whiteman, CEO of Colorado-based Wana Brands, has been called the “Martha Stewart of Edibles” by Entrepreneur magazine, but her path to becoming the “Queen of Legal Weed” (Inc. Magazine) hasn't always been easy. In this episode of Seed to CEO, Nancy talks with MJBiz CEO Chris Walsh about how she helped grow Wana Brands from a bootstrapped grassroots cannabis food manufacturer into an edibles empire across North America. She shares: How partnerships with other cannabis companies play a key role in Wana's expansion strategy. How expectations, such as consistency, have evolved alongside the sector. How the company has adapted to the constant, rapid changes within the legal cannabis industry. Who is Nancy Whiteman? Before founding Wana Brands in 2010, Nancy was a principal with The Whiteman Group, a sales and marketing consultancy, and held a range of senior-level marketing and business-development positions. The shift into cannabis edibles resulted from a casual conversation with an acquaintance, even though Nancy had no experience in the industry or in food manufacturing. But the company she built and the products it creates is now one of the most recognized edibles brands in the U.S. and Canada.
Nancy Whiteman, CEO of Colorado-based Wana Brands, has been called the “Martha Stewart of Edibles” by Entrepreneur magazine, but her path to becoming the “Queen of Legal Weed” (Inc. Magazine) hasn't always been easy. In this episode of Seed to CEO, Nancy talks with MJBiz CEO Chris Walsh about how she helped grow Wana Brands from a bootstrapped grassroots cannabis food manufacturer into an edibles empire across North America. She shares: How partnerships with other cannabis companies play a key role in Wana's expansion strategy. How expectations, such as consistency, have evolved alongside the sector. How the company has adapted to the constant, rapid changes within the legal cannabis industry. Who is Nancy Whiteman? Before founding Wana Brands in 2010, Nancy was a principal with The Whiteman Group, a sales and marketing consultancy, and held a range of senior-level marketing and business-development positions. The shift into cannabis edibles resulted from a casual conversation with an acquaintance, even though Nancy had no experience in the industry or in food manufacturing. But the company she built and the products it creates is now one of the most recognized edibles brands in the U.S. and Canada.
In this episode of CPG we are joined by veteran cannabis CMO Joe Hodas of Wana Brands. We get some really great perspective on the science, innovation, education, approaches to the market, and the consumer for the edibles category. Learning about the technology behind fast onset and fast offset edibles is what sets Wana Brands apart from any other cannabis company in the space. Joe tells us a bit about how Wana's key product formats, differentiation points, market fragmentation, and how he and his team has been one of the very first to set up licensing deals in other states and Canadian provinces. Wana Brands products are now in 11 US states (soon to be 15) and 9 provinces in Canada. We learn a lot in this episode from Joe — please enjoy the discussion and remember to subscribe to our podcast for more CPG!
The Big Candy industry is not pleased with bad actors in the illicit cannabis space stealing their logos. And some poison control centers are reporting an uptick of children who have accidentally consumed edibles they thought were candy. This is dangerous and terrible PR for legal cannabis. We're joined by Joe Hodas, CMO of Wana Brands, the largest edibles company in North America, to discuss the situation and solutions.
Adapting as a company wasn't easy over the pandemic, but Wana Brands put their minds together and created new resources, creative strategies, and the same great products. This week we get a glimpse behind the curtains and hear from our friends at team Wana Brands, Joe Hodas, Chief Marketing Officer, and Stephanie Daley, VP of Market Expansion. They share how Wana not only survived but thrived over the past year despite limitations and travel bans, getting creative with R&D training programs and more remote operations. Joe and Stephanie also talk about what's next for Wana and new digital marketing efforts, what products they are personally excited about right now, and the changes in consumer behavior they saw over the pandemic.
The Martha Stewart of edibles talks about Wana Brands, which produces the country’s top-selling cannabis-infused gummies and other yummy edibles.Nancy Whiteman, CEO of Colorado-based Wana Brands, the largest cannabis-infused products manufacturer in the U.S., tells us how she started her edibles company over a decade ago, what it was like for females to get ahead in the cannabis industry, and how she is now using her success to help women and people of color to get a fair break.With Wana Brands available in dispensaries across 11 states including Canada and the company having been ranked the top edibles brand in terms of sales revenue in 2019, Ms. Whiteman makes a point of giving back to communities in need. In Sept. 2020, Wana Brands launched a new resource, Cannabis for Justice, which provides “a compendium of trusted resources designed for companies in the cannabis industry seeking to do more.”
This is a very special episode, on this WeedBudz, Ry sits down with the Founder/CEO of one of the most successful and well-known edible companies, Nancy Whiteman of Wana Brands! Starting with her introduction into cannabis, Nancy gives us an in depth look into how she created the now nationwide brand, shares a few of her tips and tricks to starting a business in the cannabis industry and truly showcases the passion that leads to success within this space. Bootstrapping her business from the ground up, you will not want to miss the incredible journey from startup to nationwide brand. Join us!Guest:Nancy WhitemanWana BrandsHost:Ry RussellWeedBudz RadioKnot PlasticSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ryzabove)
Jeannette Horton is the executive director of NuLeaf Project, a project designed to build generational wealth for communities most affected by cannabis prohibition by providing funding, mentoring, and skill building. She shares her story on becoming involved in the cannabis business, and what led her to the realization that we greatly need to fix the racial divide in the industry. Ultimately, Jeannette’s cannabis related arrest served as inspiration to work in the industry. Jonathan and Jeannette also discuss the paradox that exists in the cannabis industry, as it is considered a “liberal” industry, yet minorities and people of color remain underrepresented. Jeannette also shares one of NuLeaf’s special success stories and gives us a little glimpse into what lies ahead! As part of its ongoing commitment to social equity in the cannabis industry, Wana Brands has joined Oregon’s NuLeaf Project to support the passage of the state legislature’s Cannabis Equity Act (HB3112 2021). The partnership also supports the development of resources to help promote NuLeaf’s minority business accelerator program, which is working to build intergenerational success for Black and Brown people throughout the legal cannabis industry.
Two Colorado based cannabis companies have recently partnered with the University of Colorado Boulder to launch a mobile pharmacology laboratory with a team dedicated to cannabis research. It's not a caravan, it’s a Canna-van. In this episode recorded on 03/24/2021, RJ Balde talked to Joe Hodas, Chief Marketing Officer at the Cannabis edible company Wana Brands. Joe talks about the two-year observational research study, it’s goals, and potential implementation in other US states. Wana Brands' Website Twitter Instagram Joe Hodas' LinkedIn Profile Hash it Out features conversations about trending cannabis topics. We also bring in industry insiders and influencers to discuss their point of view. To reach the show: hashitout@trichomes.com
Wana Brands with CMO Joe Hodas, Joe joins Plant Prophets today to talk about his role in the company as well as what led him here in the first place. As Wana’s CMO, Hodas’s primary responsibility is to generate revenue by creating innovative and refined marketing campaigns for the organization while helping grow Wana’s brand, market share, and consumer loyalty. Leveraging his extensive industry network and knowledge base, Hodas will also support new market expansion, partnerships, government relations, and innovation within Wana. An early professional marketer in the cannabis industry, Hodas was on the team that built Dixie Elixirs into one of the first and most recognized national marijuana brands. At Dixie, he helped educate mainstream and cannabis consumers alike regarding edibles and responsible cannabis consumption and was engaged in local and state regulations in several markets. He drove marketing and branding via multi-state expansion, packaging, product development, communications, and advertising. During his tenure, the company launched five new markets, two new CBD brands, and dozens of new SKUs. Prior to joining Wana, Hodas was CEO at Gofire, an innovator of hardware and software IP designed to change the face of plant-based medicine and mainstream healthcare. As CEO he guided Gofire’s marketing, product development, software, and sales, helping to bring the company’s first metered-dose inhaler to market while developing the company’s next-generation products intended to redefine how mainstream medicine could be delivered and monitored for adherence and efficacy. Previously, Hodas served as COO for General Cannabis Corporation, a publicly-traded company consisting of several ancillary businesses. Hodas’ experience also includes positions as Sr. Director of Corporate Communications for Frontier Airlines, as well as agency experience at Vladimir Jones where he was a partner and Ogilvy Public Relations.
Focusing on progress over perfection to create the number one edible brand.For over a decade Wana Brands has been revolutionizing the cannabis edibles. CEO, Nancy Whiteman joins Kyra Reed to talk about building one of the most well known edible brands. As a women-run cannabis company she also discusses some of the ways that they're helping to foster diversity and inclusion within their company and throughout the industry including pooling available resources into the Cannabis For Justice website . Produced by podCONX
In this episode of The WHY MARKETING Podcast we catch up with Joe Hodas, the CMO of Wana Brands, the #1 Infused Products company in North America about how the new administration will effect the cannabis industry and what it means for the industry as a whole. LEARN MORE & CONNECT:Joe HodasLinkedIn Wana BrandsWebsite: www.WanaBrands.com LinkedIn FacebookInstagram
One of the most relevant personalities in the Cannabis Industry, Nancy Whiteman shares her insights on the creation of brands and products in a highly competitive, challenging and saturated market. Amidst bigger competition, unclear regulations and more selective dispensaries, Nancy stands by starting with the value and with the product rather than on visual aspects. For Wana Brands introducing gummies was a novelty, and even so they dedicated effort to improving their manufacturing process to elevate the product quality - resulting in a key market differentiator. How can a Cannabis company decide where to focus as they grow and scale? Nancy talks about understanding the market and the powerful role of innovation in the cannabis and hemp space, which also represents a huge source of opportunities when combined with market and consumer research. Wrapping up, our guest shares her take on how entrepreneurs should prepare for the future in the hemp space You may connect with Nancy on her LinkedIn. Who is Nancy Whiteman? Heralded as “The Queen of Legal Weed” by Inc. (May 2017) and “The Martha Stewart of Edibles” by Entrepreneur (Jan. 2019), Nancy Whiteman is CEO of Wana Brands, North America's No 1 producer of top selling cannabis infused products. The portfolio of diverse forms--including four different CBD/THC ratios as well as a variety of different dosages, onset times and duration of effects--is designed so products can be used singly or in combination to address specific health, wellness and recreational needs. Nancy leads the company's strategic vision and has been instrumental in Wana Brands' growth into new and emerging markets. She also directs the development of partnerships and licensing agreements domestically and internationally. Nancy founded Wana Wellness Hemp Herbal Supplements leveraging her expertise in cannabinoid innovation and product development. Nancy serves on the Marijuana Business Daily Advisory Board and the Benzinga Cannabis Advisory Board. She was recognized as one of Green Entrepreneur's 35 Most Influential Women in Cannabis (May 2020) and named MJBizDaily's first-ever Industry Impact Award Winner (December 2019). She was one of six women included in High Times 100 (March 2019) and was listed as No. 3 in Cannabis Business Executive's 2019 Power Women in Cannabis (May 2019). She is a member of the Colorado Cannabis Manufacturers Association, National Cannabis Industry Association, Cannabis Trade Federation and Marijuana Policy Project. Prior to Wana, Nancy was a principal with The Whiteman Group, a sales and marketing consultancy, and previously held a range of senior level marketing and business development positions including Vice President, Marketing and New Corporate Ventures for the Paul Revere Insurance Group in Massachusetts. Nancy holds a Bachelor of Science from Cornell University and an MBA from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. --- About Spectrum Labs At Spectrum Labs, we source local hemp and extract high-quality Full Spectrum Hemp extracts that even our families can use. Spectrum Labs can manufacture these full-spectrum hemp extracts: *Crude *Distillate *Tinctures *Gummies *Lotions *Custom formulations To learn more about Spectrum Labs, visit www.TheSpectrumLabs.com or contact us at (828) 229-7952 Asheville, NC ***If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than a minute, and it really makes a difference in helping Apple recommend the show to new listeners. I also love reading the reviews!
Dr. Christopher Shade, PhD, is the founder and CEO of Quicksilver Scientific, a leading manufacturer of nutritional supplements featuring detoxification protocols and unique supplement delivery systems. Their supplements are highly bioavailable and support vital health functions to absorb essential vitamins while eliminating toxins that enables consumers to achieve their genetic potential. A collaboration with Wana Brands has brought together Wana’s cannabis production expertise with Quicksilver Delivery Systems’ Nanotechnology to produce a more discreet, rapid, and bioavailable product that offers an affordable alternative to smoking. Dr. Shade has also teamed up with Truss Beverage where Quicksilver Scientific’s unique nanotechnology enhances cannabis-infused products including beverages for people who want to socialize without consuming alcohol. In this episode, let’s discover how Quicksilver Scientific’s nanoemulsion technology delivers faster and more effective cannabis results compared to other emulsion technologies on the market.
On episode 612 Thom Singer sits down with Nancy Whiteman to talk about her ten year experiences as the founder and CEO of the nations largest edible manufacturer. The Cannabis industry is one of the fastest growing sectors, as more and more states legalize the sale of the different products that come from the plant. But being a new industry, to be successful you must make waves. A year in the business of cannabis is counted in dog years, so she metaphorically has 70 years worth of stories to share. About Nancy Whitehead As Wana Brands CEO, Nancy Whiteman has been instrumental in securing the company’s position as America’s best-selling edible with the largest North American footprint. Nancy directs development of partnerships and licensing agreements domestically and internationally. She leads the company’s strategic vision and has been instrumental in Wana Brands’ growth into new and emerging markets. Nancy launched Wana Wellness Hemp Herbal Supplements leveraging her expertise in cannabinoid innovation and product development. About Wana Brands Wana Brands: Enhance Your Life. Included in the 2020 Inc. 5000 list at #2,074 and boasting a three-year growth rate of 203%, Wana Brands is the No. 1 edibles brand in the United States, with more dollars sold than any other brand, according to BDS Analytics 2019 Brand Share Report. Wana leads the industry in quality, consistency and potency, providing a range of different options that enable customers to create the specific cannabis experience they want. Wana products offer diverse product forms including edibles, vapes, and extended-release capsules, four different CBD/THC ratios as well as a variety of different dosages, onset times and duration of effects. The portfolio is designed so products can be used singly or in combination to address specific health, wellness, and recreational needs. Wana products are available in Colorado, California, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Maryland, Arizona, Oregon and Oklahoma dispensaries, with Massachusetts, Missouri and Florida among the states imminently coming online. Wana Brands is available internationally in Canada. For more information or to subscribe to Wana’s e-newsletter, visit www.wanabrands.com. Follow Wana on LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube and Pinterest. About Wanna Wellness Wana Wellness is committed to supporting healthy lifestyles. Through every stage of our operations, we keep your wellness in mind to create trusted, beneficial and delicious hemp supplements so you can live your life to the fullest. Wana Wellness is actively dedicated to supporting the communities we serve. Our corporate social responsibility (CSR) program focuses on basic human needs including food, security, domestic safety and housing. For more information visit WanaWellness.com. Continue the conversation on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. https://thomsinger.com/podcast/wana-brands
Alright Cured Collective listeners, welcome back to another podcast! In this episode, co-founder and CEO Joseph Sheehey sat down with Mike Hennessy, the new VP of Product Innovation and Wana Brands, one of the fastest growing edible brands. Popping up across the nation right now and bringing an entirely new wave of education and innovation to cannabinoids, Mike shares why cannabinoid products are becoming more popular, more trusted and where the industry is headed. "We just made this wide variety but Wana was really fortunate to come across gummies as a delivery system for cannabis, and which to this day becomes the most popular way to consume an edible and so we really devoted our time, energy, and strategy to creating vegan pectin based gummies, in fact, trying 30 different kinds of pectin... we tested them all out to come up with the perfect texture and consistency for our gummies which is what partly what makes them just so delicious and great to eat." Connect with Wana @wanabrands Connect with Cured @curednutrition More about Wana: Welcome to Wana Brands. Our mission is to enhance our customers' lives through the responsible use of cannabis. We are the #1 Infused Products company with operations across the United States. Why is Wana #1? It starts with consistency. Our entire process is designed to deliver the same great experience time after time. We have spent years fine-tuning our recipes so that our products are delicious as well as consistent and potent. Try Wana and enhance your life! Learn more about Wana Brands at www.WanaBrands.com
It took someone with the culinary skills of Anthony Bourdain and the persistence of a mad scientist to attack the edible dilemma. Meet Ron Silver.This episode is sponsored by Azuca. Go to AZUCA.CO and type in in BNW30. 5% of all sales go to the Last Prisoner Project. This code is good for two months.Back when we started this podcast we interviewed Ron Silver, then Chef and Owner of the NYC restaurant Bubby’s for nearly three decades. The title of “chef” isn’t really an accurate way to describe Ron. He’s an original, a painter, a writer, a thinker and, as it turned out, a home chemist, a restless, curious, creative -- the kind of person that makes New York a great place to live.Back in 2018, Ron was trying to solve the problem of edibles. He was unsatisfied having to wait hours for effects to kick in and most people he knew had no idea how to dose them. Edibles can be complicated to gauge because THC and CBD both have to pass through the digestive tract and then the liver, before they can be metabolized into the bloodstream. [Hint: If you’re new to edibles, start with 5 mg THC. If that doesn’t take you where you want to go, escalate to 10 mg. Go slow from there or you may find yourself cowering in a corner from over consuming]. As a chef, Ron was also bothered by the grassy, barnyard taste that cannabis oils tend to have once extracted.Fast forward to today and Ron has cracked the code of edible dosing and taste with his line of products called Azuca. The line has three products to date, CBD infused sugar, simple syrup and chocolate coins, and a whole lot more including some incredible THC “electrolytes” is on the way as you’ll learn in this podcast. He also struck a partnership deal with Wana Brands in Colorado, which earlier this year released Quick fast-acting gummies in Strawberry Margarita, Peach Bellini and Indici Pina Colada flavors. All produce delicious effects in 10-15 minutes using Azuca technology.Ron was one of the earliest supporters of this podcast. He is a great interview and I’m thrilled to have him back again. ##Dr. Chin has written another excellent blog on using cannabis meds to help COVID-related PTSD. Another incredible story on how these meds can work for people who have cycled through every pharma product in the book. Have a look at it on our medical cannabis education site, Medical Cannabis Mentor.Also, Sept 19 - 26 is National Expungement Week, which offers virtual and in-person legal services to some of the millions of Americans who need legal advice, expungement services and education in states including California, Colorado, the District of Columbia, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Missouri, New York, New Jersey, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Washington. To learn more click here.
Discover the inspiring stories of people whose lives have been enhanced by cannabis. Brought to you by Wana Brands, the #1 infused brand in the U.S., each episode features interviews with cannabis enthusiasts of all walks of life—athletes and artists; chefs and CEOs—who have first-hand experience with the healing power of the plant. Hosted by journalist Jonathan Small.
Welcome to the premiere episode of Enhance Your Life, brought to you by Wana Brands. In the first of many fun, educational, and informative episodes, your host Jonathan Small welcomes Wana’s CEO, Nancy Whiteman, and the Director of Innovation, Mike Hennesy. Nancy and Mike discuss how Wana has innovated and grown over the 10 years of business, and why innovation is so important to Wana’s company culture and products. They talk about how Wana is leading the way in the cannabis industry, what we can expect next from the company, and how someone new to cannabis can begin to find a product right for them.
Thinking Outside the Bud is a business podcast devoted to driving innovation in the cannabis space. During each episode, we speak with founders, investors, thought leaders, researchers, advocates, and policy makers who are finding new and exciting ways for cannabis to positively impact business, society, and culture. Have each episode delivered to your inbox by subscribing here: http://www.thinkingoutsidethebud.com/subscribe
Today I had the pleasure of speaking with the Chief Marketing Officer of Wana Brands, Joe Hodas.Let’s dive into Joe’s story of how Wana Brands stays ahead in the market by producing quality products while ensuring consumer safety.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 – 06:57] What is Wana Brands?Joe talks about what Wana Brands is all about[06:58 – 17:22] Wana Brands’ CampaignLet’s hear from Joe’s perspective about Wana Brands’ company culture[17:23 – 24:15] Evolution of the MarketJoe talks about the evolution of the cannabis industryQuick plug to our sponsor, Restart CBD.[24:16 – 34:33] Shifting Their Strategy and Expanding Their MarketWana Brands’ strategies for their expansion within CanadaCheck out the Last Prisoner Project, a project that seeks justice for people incarcerated for cannabis use.[34:34 – 39:21] Closing SegmentGet involved and help make a change for the cannabis industryMinority Cannabis Business AssociationNational Cannabis Industry AssociationDo you have a favorite retailer or dispensary that we can highlight in this episode?The Farm. Terrapin Care Station. Medicine Man. LivWellConnect with Joe onlineSee below for linksFinal words from Joe and meTweetable Quotes:“For those getting into it, I also think you need to understand that this isn’t just a product, right? This is about changing our culture in our society. It’s about overall harm reduction.” - Joe HodasYou can connect with Joe on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter. Check out his blog http://thefutureofcannabis.blogspot.com/. Visit their website https://www.wanabrands.com/ for more information on Cannabis and your CBD needs!SPONSORSHIP is brought to you by Restart CBD. Check them out for your CBD needs!LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to join me for episodes featuring someserious cannabis industry by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. You can listen to my podcast on Spotify, Stitcher, Buzzsprout, iTunes. For anyone who is looking for some creative inspiration in a budding industry, connect with me on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook,
The cannabis infused products sector is very competitive; the constant surge of new brands make it difficult for established brands to maintain their market share. Despite the competition, Wana Brands, the number one edible brand in the United States in 2019 continues to increase its market share and expand into new markets. Joe Hodas joins Dan Humiston to talk about navigating the growth of their brand during the pandemic.Produced By MJBulls
Ron discusses creating CBD infused foods, developing technology that gives consumers more control over the effects of edibles, and Azuca's exciting partnership with Wana Brands.
Guest Nancy Whiteman is the CEO of Wana Brands, the No. 1 edibles brand in sales revenues in the US. Nancy tells the origin story of the company, which she founded in her own Colorado test kitchen. She also shares how the company’s focus on consistency, flavor, and innovation took them to the next level. Plus, what it's like working with a gummi guru who helps them perfect the perfect cannabis-infused confectio
Guest Nancy Whiteman is the CEO of Wana Brands, the No. 1 edibles brand in sales revenues in the US. Nancy tells the origin story of the company, which she founded in her own Colorado test kitchen. She also shares how the company’s focus on consistency, flavor, and innovation took them to the next level. Plus, what it's like working with a gummi guru who helps them perfect the perfect cannabis-infused confectio
The High Ground features talks with the leaders of the Cannabis industry. Farmers, CEOs, public officials, anyone making an impact on the cannabis community and beyond. America's queen of legal cannabis, according to Inked magazine, is going International. Jesse Betend talked to Nancy Whiteman, CEO of Wana Brands. Nancy has earned a number of nicknames over the years, but her company Wanna Brands is best known for edibles. Even their failures have been interesting, namely cannabis infused chewing gum and beef jerky, which Whiteman told NBC, “was actually pretty popular back in 2018.” Nancy talked about the coming Canadian expansion, and how the effects of covid-19 have forced the company to adjust.
Genifer Murray hosts Joe Hodas of Wana Brands to discuss industry progress, the Last Prisoner Project, and what the future holds for legal cannabis.
Listen in for our exclusive chat with Ron Silver, world-renowned chef and restaurateur. Silver is the founder of Azuca, a CBD-edibles company with a patent-pending process allowing edibles to take effect within just 15 minutes. He recently partnered with Wana Brands to create fast-acting edibles with a quick onset and a predictable come down. Silver shares how he created his patent-pending formula, how his restaurants are faring amid Covid-19 closures, and what’s next for his culinary creations. Visit - https://azuca.co https://wanabrands.com Today’s Episode is brought to you by Rad Source Technologies https://www.radsource.com
Listen in for our exclusive chat with Ron Silver, world-renowned chef and restaurateur. Silver is the founder of Azuca, a CBD-edibles company with a patent-pending process allowing edibles to take effect within just 15 minutes. He recently partnered with Wana Brands to create fast-acting edibles with a quick onset and a predictable come down. Silver shares how he created his patent-pending formula, how his restaurants are faring amid Covid-19 closures, and what's next for his culinary creations. Visit - https://azuca.co https://wanabrands.com Today's Episode is brought to you by Rad Source Technologies https://www.radsource.com
Our live recording of Bootleg Avocado L.L.C. Presents: Innovation Drive, at the intersection of culinary and cannabis. Our panelists included Mike Hennesy, Director of Innovation, Wana Brands; Yahav Blaicher, Co-founder, CTO, Kaneh-B; Carolina Vazquez Mitchell, Co-founder, Ciencia Labs. Discussing: - 2020 R&D Outlook - White Spaces in Edibles - Deciding Performance vs. Brand - The Infrastructure Innovation
Joe discusses his transition into the cannabis world when it was still largely deemed taboo, how he grew Dixie Elixirs through educational marketing, and starting a new position as CMO at Wana Brands during a pandemic.
On this episode of The WHY MARKETING Podcast, we chat with Joe Hodas the Chief Marketing Officer at Wana Brands where he is responsible for generating revenue by creating innovative and refined marketing campaigns for the organization while helping to grow Wana's brand, market share, and customer loyalty. As an early professional marketer in the cannabis industry, Hodas drove the marketing strategy for Dixie Elixirs as its first CMO, helping build it into one of the most recognized national marijuana brands. Prior to joining Wana, Hodas was CEO at Gofire, an innovator of hardware and software IP designed to change the face of plant-based medicine and mainstream healthcare. As CEO, he guided Gofire's marketing, product development, software and sales, helping to bring the company's first metered dose inhaler to market, while developing the company's next generation products intended to redefine how mainstream medicine could be delivered and monitored for adherence and efficacy. Previously, Hodas served as COO for General Cannabis Corporation, a publicly traded company consisting of several ancillary businesses. Hodas' experience also includes positions as Sr. Director of Corporate Communications for Frontier Airlines, as well as agency experience at Vladimir Jones where he was a partner and Ogilvy Public Relations. Hodas has also taught as an adjunct marketing professor at the University of Denver Daniels College of Business. He graduated from the University of Denver, receiving his master's degree in mass communications and public relations after earning a bachelor's degree from the University of Texas.Instagram@wana.brands@joehodas Twitter@JoeHodas@wanabrands LinkedIn/joehodas/wana-brands
First, the coronavirus pandemic brought the cannabis sector (and the markets) down. Then, cannabis bounced back, posting record sales and being labelled an essential service in most locations. How do you find the cannabis companies that will succeed during uncertain times? Look for those that have been doing it right, and have the track record to show it. For Indiva Limited (TSX-V:NDVA, OTC:NDVAF, Forum), the proof is in the rankings. The Ontario-based LP set out to produce the best cannabis edibles in the market, and through key partnerships and strong feedback, secured the top sales spots in Ontario. In fact, Indiva has managed to navigate the rough market and continue to grow its position. In March alone, the Company expanded its production license and secured a distribution partnership with award-winning edibles producer Wana Brands, Inc. How do they do it? Indiva’s President and CEO, Niel Marotta, recently spoke with Stockhouse Media to highlight how the Company has navigated the market, how the coronavirus pandemic affects everything, and what’s next for cannabis.
Nancy Whiteman, of Wana Brands, discusses operating in multiple markets that don't behave like one another -- for example, California and Illinois. She shares that "you have to approach every market kind of like the opposite of Groundhog Day. With a brand new set of rules. While you hope that there are learnings that you can bring from one market to another, sometimes you just have to say, my God, I'm on a different planet now, I'm not quite sure what I'm doing." Whiteman warns of the mindset of wanting to grow as quickly and as broadly as possible, as lowering prices to get on the shelves is a decision you can't step back from. She also discusses what might be next for Colorado now that House Bill 1090 has passed, the profound importance of picking exceptional partners to work with, being strategic about the markets you choose, THC v. CBD, and more.
Advertising and marketing opportunities for the cannabis industry have been severely limited by a mishmash of market-specific rules. But a new association, informally known as the Cannabis Marketing Group, is looking to overcome those challenges. In this special episode of News & Views - recorded at MJBizCon in Las Vegas - Jesse Burns, sales and marketing director for Sweet Grass, and Julia Bright, marketing director for Wana Brands, sat down with Marijuana Business Daily's vice president of external relations, Chris Day, to discuss: Why they saw a need for a group such as this. What the group's goals are for identifying and strengthening marketing opportunities. How new research sponsored by the group will help cannabis companies understand and better reach their customers. Subscribe to our podcasts on iTunes, Stitcher and here on our site!
The inaugural MJBizDaily Industry Impact Award highlighted the people who have taken the lead in driving the industry forward. In this special episode of News & Views - recorded at MJBizCon in Las Vegas - Marijuana Business Daily's vice president of publishing, Pam Moore, sat down with Nancy Whiteman, CEO of Wana Brands and the first-ever winner of the Industry Impact Award, to discuss: Why gaining the trust of budtenders is critical to success with customers. How to differentiate your brands and products in a crowded market. How others can grow their own careers while having a positive industry impact.
Boulder, Colorado-based Wana Brands is the No. 1 edibles brand in the state. In this special episode of News & Views - recorded at MJBizCon in Las Vegas - Marijuana Business Daily's retail and infused products reporter, Margaret Jackson, sat down with Wana Brands CEO Nancy Whiteman to discuss: The challenges of being a woman in the cannabis industry. How Wana Brands got started. The company's strategy for continued growth.
The Wine Whiskey Weed Show hosted by Sid Patel, CEO, Beverage Trade Network on the 7th episode of the podcast welcomes Nancy Whiteman, Co-Founder and CEO of Wana Brands (the largest edibles brand in the USA). Listen to Nancy and Sid have a candid conversation where she shares about the early years of her company, and some of the most impressive ways to grow your cannabis business vertically and at the same time distribute in various states. She explains how her decisions have varied greatly depending on the situations of every state, and how putting anything into action to generate growth depends on several variables. Their conversation is a great learning experience for anyone who is looking to grow in the cannabis edibles industry. ***About the Organisers: Beverage Trade Network*** Beverage Trade Network is one of the world's leading networks for beverage, wine, spirits and beer importers, distributors, producers and related companies. Our database and directory listing of the world's leading beer, wine, spirit and non-alcoholic drink producers provides our importers and distributors an advantage to source and innovate their portfolios. Know more about BTN: beveragetradenetwork.com/ For More Insightful Content Subscribe to Our Channel
In his role as Director of Innovation, Mike Hennesy continues to position Wana Brands on the leading-edge of cannabis science and technologies as the market leader in infused product innovation. Hennesy oversees a diverse range of responsibilities including research and development, business analytics, training programs, and strategic partnership building. Hennesy developed Wana's online interactive training program for budtenders and employees that covers the science of the endocannabinoid system. He also directed the development of Wana's disposable vape line, including the line's unique proprietary blend. Prior to his role as Director of Innovation managed a sales team of seven and has been instrumental in Wana's availability in the vast majority of Colorado's dispensaries and three-year growth rate of 269%. A native of Northern Virginia, Hennesy graduated from The University of Maryland with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science and Technology (ENST) in 2012. He is currently enrolled in a Master Program for Cannabis Science and Therapeutics at The University of Maryland's School of Pharmacy. Hennesy served as Vice President of the ENST Society and was an active member of the Washington, D.C. chapters of NORML and Students for Sensible Drug Policy (SSDP). Hennesy brings a diverse background to the industry as a certified Rescue Diver, Eagle Scout and outdoorsman. When not working, he still finds time for camping, hiking and snowboarding in the mountains around Boulder, Colo. 01:58 - The University of Maryland Masters of Science Program in Medical Cannabis Science and therapeutics 02:54 – Background on Wanna Brands, a Colorado-based manufacturer of edible cannabis products 04:18 – Dr. Corroon's background in Naturopathic Medicine and public health. How he entered the field of medical cannabis. 13:54 - How cannabis plays a role in treatment plans and patient recommendations 17:45 - CBD and THC ratios 20:16 – Dr. Corroon's research 23:33 - Clinical research and pharmacology utilizing isolated cannabinoids versus extracts 25:14 - Research into hemp-derived CBD products 26:46 – Limitations in using CBD and THC in clinical practice 29:18 – Future directions in cannabis research 31:35 – The need for education in medical cannabis 34:24 - Future plans for the Center for Medical Cannabis Education 35:25 – Soon-to-be-published research by Dr. Corroon 37:51 – Hemp-derived CBD products are everywhere 38:56 – Health-related claims on labels of cannabis products
High Life Magazine, Wana Brands and Willow Industries. We are joined by Eric Block, Chief Revenue Officer at Wana Brands, Jill Ellsworth, Founder & CEO of Willow Industries and Bob Reilly, Publisher of High Life Magazine Highlifemagazine.us. Wana Brands is the No. 1 edibles brand in the United States, with more units and dollars sold than any other brand, according to the BDS Analytics 2018 Brand Share Report. Wana products are available in Colorado, Illinois, Michigan, Arizona, Nevada and Oregon dispensaries, with more states to be added to that list. Wana features a full line of premium infused products including Wana Sour Gummies, Wana Disposable Vapes, WanaCapsXR, Wana Tarts, Wana Quick Onset Tincture, and Wana Drops & Lozenges. Jill Ellsworth is founder and CEO of Willow Industries, Inc., which provides state-of-the-art, ozone-based technology for post-harvest microbial decontamination. Marijuana Business Daily made Jill one of their 2019 Women to Watch in Cannabis. She has also been honored by cannabis lifestyle magazine, GreenDorphin, as one of the 20 Most Influential Women in Cannabis and Industry Leaders Magazine as one of the Influential Businesswomen in the Cannabis Industry. Bob Reilly is the Founder/CEO of the Florida based corporation HIGHLIFE Studio, Inc. which is a cannabis advertising company that also produces the award-winning magazine HIGHLIFE, Florida’s Premier Cannabis Lifestyle Magazine. HIGHLIFE Health and Wellness, a trusted resource on Medical Marijuana in Florida.
This is an oldie but, oh.. so good! We're giving you a re-run of one of the panels in our last Jumpstart Conference, where industry operators talk about what its like to work in the space and give entrepreneurs ideas on where to focus. In this episode you'll hear from Nancy Whiteman of Wana Brands, Ryan Brown of Native Roots and Graham Carlson of CW Hemp - all moderated by CanopyBoulder's own Patrick Rea. They'll talk about things like listening to their customers, regulatory hurdles, challenges and how entrepreneurs can best get in front of folks like them. And if you LIKE this content, be sure to join us next week, July 25, in Denver, CO for our Summer 2019 Jumpstart Conference. Go get those tickets... like, now! http://bit.ly/CB-Jumpstart-2019
Investor Ideas Potcasts, Cannabis News and Stocks on the Move May 28th (TSX-V: BEER), (CSE: DIXI.U) (OTC: DXBRF), Wana Brands
Investor Ideas Potcasts, Cannabis News and Stocks on the Move May 28th (TSX-V: BEER), (CSE: DIXI.U) (OTC: DXBRF), Wana Brands
Investor Ideas Potcasts, Cannabis News and Stocks on the Move Talks to Wana Brands Athletes - Part one Yoga
Investor Ideas Potcasts, Cannabis News and Stocks on the Move Talks to Wana Brands Athletes - Part one Yoga
The number one most important woman in cannabis with Nancy Whiteman. Nancy is often referred to as the Queen of Edibles and the CEO and Co-Founder of Wana Brands. She’s not your run of the mill cannabis CEO and her story is impressive, insightful and full of business savvy. She was also named the number one most important woman in cannabis by Cannabis Business Executive in 2017.
Julia Bright, the Director of Marketing at Wana Brands, helped grow her company's revenue from $2.6 million in 2014 to $14.1 million in 2017, a 455% increase, and to around $18 million in 2018. Wana Brands is a maker of cannabis-infused products. In this interview with Eversprint's Malcolm Lui, Julia shares how she and her team accelerated their high value sales by: Providing a stable and scaleable product that consumers love. Partnering with dispensaries and providing them with sales training and customer support that's reliable and consistent. Developing innovative product line extensions. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Every year, we hold a Jumpstart Conference where cannabis industry experts, the cannacurious and everyone in between can get together to discuss the industry. Last week was that night. We know everyone couldn't be there - so we're breaking it down for you all. Join us for the first episode in a three-part series designed to get you all caught up. This episode features our operator panel with Graham Carlson, VP of Strategic Initiatives for Charlotte's Web/CW Hemp, Ryan Brown, CEO of Native Roots and Nancy Whiteman, CEO & Founder of Wana Brands. The panel talks about their biggest hurdles, where the gaps ripe for opportunity live, how to best get your idea in front of folks like them and more - all moderated by our own Patrick Rea.
Nancy Whiteman joins us and shares the transformation of the public view of cannabis as a business: "For the first time people are started to really get a sense of cannabis- not just as sort of a mom and pop- but legitimately large business by any measure."
On this episode of The Barron Report, Paul Barron is joined by Nancy Whiteman, founder and CEO of Wana Brands, the leading edibles company in the Colorado medical marijuana industry in terms of quality, consistency, and potency. The two discuss future innovations, laws, and potential brands entering the marijuana industry.
The Queen of Edibles - Nancy Whiteman Of WanaBrands.com Wonder Women podcast S1E11 Our Wonder Woman of today is Nancy Whiteman, the Queen of Edibles, the CEO of Wana Brands, an edible company out of Colorado with a market share of 20%. That’s an impressive number in any industry! With a degree from Cornell University and an MBA from Amherst University, she could run ANY business in ANY industry. Yet she’s attracted to the frontier, the places where innovation and creativity are what you eat for breakfast, what you cook at lunch, and what you drink in the evening. She’s a powerhouse, yet she’s humble. She’s impressive and she can hold the attention of a room like not many others we’ve seen, and we’re honored to have her on our podcast. Have you considered sponsoring us? You can find us at Patreon.com/WonderWomenPodcast. Today we’d also like to mention and THANK our favorite supporters: Eli Mattern of SavvySuit.com Adelaide Waters of wForum.org Karen Chan of iFundWomen.com Brandy Roberts of TopHoustonExecutives.com, Patricia Dawson of FreshLunchBoxes.com, and Tonya Powell of Pareur.com. Your support will allow us to continue bringing you these interviews with the Wonder Women of every industry. And again, you can find us at http://Patreon.com/WonderWomenPodcast For the price of a happy hour glass of wine or more, in exchange of your support, you’ll get cool perks like getting your name mentioned in our next podcast recording, or a handwritten card from us, or you’ll get the current issue of our magazine, The Business Magazine for Women, delivered directly to your inbox. We’ve been called Forbes for Women, and just made the TOP 10 digital Business Magazines for Women! THANK YOU! Also, a quick reminder, our summer issue is out! Check it out, and catch up with our WonderWomen in issue 1, 2 and 3. http://thebusinessmagazineforwomen.com/magazine/ Music by Cheryl B. Engelhardt. Get your free download at http://cbemusic.com For the video version of the podcast, check out our: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyOTPgWVt7hlJ8fgssujOxufk9fX1yfTu Thank you!
Today on Concierge For Better Living Doc Rob is joined by Long-distance runner Flavie Dokken. Flavie is partnering with Wana Brands to promote cannabis products as a beneficial element of athletes’ training and pain relief regimen. Before her workouts and after, Dokken uses cannabis products to accentuate her endurance and her strength, echoing a broader trend among professional athletes. Wana Brands has taken notice. Dokken’s cannabis use began in the aftermath of her time in the U.S. Army. She came home to nurse a stress fracture and ongoing chronic pain. To deal with the physical ailments, she started experimenting with cannabis. From there, Dokken embarked on a career as a professional bodybuilder and continued her cannabis experiments. In recent years, she has become a competitive ultramarathoner in Colorado; this year; she’s eyeing several 100k races. In February, she clocked a 6: 50-mile pace in the Mad Moose Pueblo Half Marathon. Whether she’s lifting in the gym or running on the trail, Dokken has found success in accenting her workouts with CBD-rich edibles and capsules. Athletes—and all consumers—can find Wana Brands products in Colorado, Oregon, Nevada, and Arizona. The company is planning to expand into Illinois, Florida, Maryland, Pennsylvania, California, and Canada.
Today on Concierge For Better Living Doc Rob is joined by Long-distance runner Flavie Dokken. Flavie is partnering with Wana Brands to promote cannabis products as a beneficial element of athletes’ training and pain relief regimen. Before her workouts and after, Dokken uses cannabis products to accentuate her endurance and her strength, echoing a broader trend among professional athletes. Wana Brands has taken notice. Dokken’s cannabis use began in the aftermath of her time in the U.S. Army. She came home to nurse a stress fracture and ongoing chronic pain. To deal with the physical ailments, she started experimenting with cannabis. From there, Dokken embarked on a career as a professional bodybuilder and continued her cannabis experiments. In recent years, she has become a competitive ultramarathoner in Colorado; this year; she’s eyeing several 100k races. In February, she clocked a 6: 50-mile pace in the Mad Moose Pueblo Half Marathon. Whether she’s lifting in the gym or running on the trail, Dokken has found success in accenting her workouts with CBD-rich edibles and capsules. Athletes—and all consumers—can find Wana Brands products in Colorado, Oregon, Nevada, and Arizona. The company is planning to expand into Illinois, Florida, Maryland, Pennsylvania, California, and Canada.
This week, Inc. editors and writers talk about Nancy Whiteman, co-founder of the $8 million edibles manufacturer Wana Brands, who went from a career as an insurance marketing executive to running a business in the expanding legal marijuana industry. The group also discusses PetSmart's $3.35 billion, history-making acquisition of Chewy.com, the pet food and supplies online retailer, and whether it may signal a resurgence in niche e-commerce companies. Lastly, the crew interviews Paul Roellig about founding and selling his company, Bulletin Intelligence, and the role it played in the passage of the Affordable Care Act. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wana Brands is a Colorado based company that is especially known for their Wana Sour Gummies edibles. Nancy Whiteman talks about her company's public safety, which is ensured through child-proof and reclosable packaging to avoid accidental ingestion. She also states how the edibles have to be stamped with a universal THC label and there is lab testing for potency.
John Whiteman of Wana Brands joins us to discuss the Wana story. He takes us through his personal history and how he found himself in the cannabis space. John discusses the early days of the medical market in Colorado and the various products Wana tested before settling in on the current product assortment. The conversation happened a few weeks back and John brings up polling in Nevada…which works out well as Andrew Jolley of NV returns to give us an update on where we are with that ballot initiative as the opposition gets underway.
Cannabis Delivery and Dosage as Russ Belville speaks with Wana Brands co-owner Nancy Whiteman who participated on a panel about “Delivery and Dosage of Cannabis Medicine at the 2016 NCIA Cannabusiness Summit.
Cannabis Delivery and Dosage as Russ Belville speaks with Wana Brands co-owner Nancy Whiteman who participated on a panel about “Delivery and Dosage of Cannabis Medicine at the 2016 NCIA Cannabusiness Summit.
Wana Brands is a Colorado based company that is especially known for their Wana Sour Gummies edibles. Nancy Whiteman talks about her company's public safety, which is ensured through child-proof and reclosable packaging to avoid accidental ingestion. She also states how the edibles have to be stamped with a universal THC label and there is lab testing for potency.
Blue Island Yoga with Martha Triantafillides. Martha grew up traveling the globe, garnering an education in interior design which led to her founding the first contemporary gallery in Dubai (UAE). She later studied yoga as a path to self-discovery with certifications from yoga centers in Canada, England, and Thailand, and is the founder of Blue Island Yoga. Wana Brands' mission is to help people enhance their lives physically, creatively, and emotionally through the responsible use of cannabis. Wana Brands products offer athletes consistency and quality. The popular products are available in Colorado, Arizona, Oregon, Nevada, Michigan, and Illinois.
On this weeks episode Patrick and Jason speak with Tahira Rehmatullah of T3 Ventures, Nick Kovacevich of Kushco Holdings and Nancy Whiteman of Wana Brands *Tahira* : is an investor and advisor to numerous cannabis and hemp businesses and entrepreneurs and has expertise in brand development, investment strategy, and operational growth. She has previously held positions at Hypur Ventures, MTech Acquisition Corp., Marley Natural, Privateer Holdings, City First Enterprises, Perry Capital, and Ernst & Young, and currently serves as President of T3 Ventures and on the board of directors of Akerna Corp., Ceres Acquisition Corp., and Superette. An established thought leader in the space, Tahira is a frequent speaker at conferences and events around the world and has been featured in press outlets such as Forbes, Business Insider, Fortune, and Marie Claire. Tahira earned her MBA from the Yale School of Management and B.S. in Finance from The Ohio State University. She resides in New York City. *Nick* : is the CEO of KushCo Holdings, Inc. (OTCQX:KSHB), the premier provider of ancillary products and services to the legal cannabis and CBD industries. Under Nick's leadership the company has grown revenues between 100-285% each year - achieving nearly $150M in annual sales last year with operations in nine states and three countries. *Nancy* : Heralded as “The Queen of Legal Weed” by Inc. (May 2017) and “The Martha Stewart of Edibles” by Entrepreneur (Jan. 2019), Nancy Whiteman is CEO of Wana Brands, the producer of top selling cannabis infused products featuring a portfolio of diverse forms including edibles, vapes and extended release capsules, four different CBD/THC ratios as well as a variety of different dosages, onset times and duration of effects. Wana Brands is ranked the No. 1 edibles brand in sales revenues in the United States, according to BDS Analytics 2019 Brand Share Report. Nancy leads the company's strategic vision and has been instrumental in Wana Brands' growth into new and emerging markets. She also directs the development of partnerships and licensing agreements domestically and internationally. Nancy founded Wana Wellness Hemp Herbal Supplements leveraging her expertise in cannabinoid innovation and product development. Nancy was named MJBizDaily's 2019 Industry Impact Award Winner in December 2019 and was one of six women included in High Times 100 in March 2019. She is a member of the Colorado Cannabis Manufacturers Association, National Cannabis Industry Association, Cannabis Trade Federation and Marijuana Policy Project.
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