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Recently, we had the chance to catch up with one of our newest cannabis contract manufacturing partners, En-Tranced, that was co-founded by John Masis and Laura Stevens, En-Tranced’s success is a prime example of how aspiring entrepreneurs can use cannabis contract manufacturers to their advantage for high-quality results, seamless market entry,…
If you’ve learned anything about the cannabis industry so far, it’s likely the fact that the market is ever-evolving. From regulations to sales to consumer preferences, nothing stays the same for too long. As the cottage industry experiences massive growth due to advancements in technology, operational improvements, expanded accessibility, and beyond. Simply…
Leave it to California to be leading the ‘clean weed’ movement. From flower goods to concentrates, vapes to edibles, a rising number of consumers are seeking out solventless goods as a part of the popular non-toxic lifestyle culture.Popularized by Goop and fueled by an increase in knowledge and awareness of the…
As the US collectively and patiently awaits further progress on the SAFE Banking Act, cannabis funding continues to negatively affect market entry for craft and small start-ups. Why? Because cannabis is a schedule-1 ‘drug’ under the Controlled Substances Act, many big-time banks, lenders, and investors can’t or won’t participate in…
So you want to start a cannabis business… But you’ve quickly found out that, unlike other industries, the roadmap to becoming a cannabis entrepreneur is full of twists and turns. Of course, starting a cannabusiness will have the standard steps like figuring out your business model and crafting a business plan.…
For current cannabis operators, it should come as no shock that licensees are having a problem turning a profit or maintaining manageable margins. In the industry’s early stages of infancy, start-ups and established brands alike know the struggle of navigating uncharted territory and keeping up with regulatory fees, state taxes,…
If you’re a baker or chef (or just someone who’s watched the now trending ‘The Bear’ on Hulu) you know how anxiety-ridden and stressful the job can be. Early mornings, or late nights, are riddled with customer complaints, staffing issues, and oftentimes, unfulfilling when it comes to appropriate pay. For these…
Welcome to the next installation of our practical guide on the pros and cons, and timing of each method to maximize your entry into cannabis the ~legal~ way. Today, we’re focusing on cannabis co location. Wikipedia defines colocation as “the placement of several entities in a single location.” In fact, a Type…
Welcome to our educational series on how to start a weed business. This is a practical guide on the most common ways that people consider when launching their weed brand, entering the weed industry, etc. We’ll provide a high-level overview of the top 4 considerations weed businesses consider in starting…