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"Reshaping Cannabis: Predictions and Potentials for 2024" Dan welcomes back Matt Hawkins https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-hawkins-11288a2/, the co-founder of Entourage Effect Capital. The conversation delves into the challenges faced by the cannabis industry in 2023, marked by limited investment capital, portfolio management struggles, and fundraising difficulties, impacting both private and public sectors. Hawkins discusses the impact of rescheduling cannabis, highlighting its potential to eliminate tax burdens under Section 280E, potentially leading to substantial financial gains for businesses. They also explore the upcoming opportunities in 2024, including the launch of a new fund by Entourage Effect Capital with a substantial institutional investor committing a significant investment, which could reshape the landscape for investing in the cannabis space. The discussion emphasizes the potential changes in legislation and the prospects for investment in both private and public cannabis companies. The conversation ends on an optimistic note, focusing on the potential for growth and investment opportunities in the cannabis industry in the upcoming year. MATT HAWKINS - https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-hawkins-11288a2/ ENTOURAGE EFFECT CAPITAL - https://www.entourageeffect.com/ 00:00:05 - EBITDA and Profitability Discussion 00:00:38 - Introduction to Raising Cannabis Capital Show 00:00:50 - Guest Introduction: Matt Hawkins 00:01:41 - Rating the Cannabis Industry Growth in 2023 00:02:11 - Investment Challenges in the Cannabis Industry 00:03:17 - Impact of the Macro Economy on Cannabis 00:04:03 - Legislative Optimism for 2024 00:04:25 - Excitement for Rescheduling and New Fund Launch 00:05:47 - Institutional Investor Involvement 00:06:45 - Impact of Rescheduling on Cannabis Businesses 00:09:08 - Investment Opportunities in Cannabis Stocks 00:09:32 - Private Company Investments and 280E 00:10:06 - Opportunities in Fund4 for Investors 00:10:49 - Accredited and Qualified Investors 00:11:00 - Timing for Investment with Institutional Partner 00:11:27 - Federal Legality and Institutional Capital 00:12:42 - Closing Remarks and Future Discussions https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - https://www.linkedin.com/in/humiston/ SOUND DESIGN - JAMIE HUMISTON https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-humiston-91718b1b3/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-humiston-91718b1b3/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
"From Schedule I to III: How Cannabis Regulatory Changes Could Reshape Investment Landscape" Ian Dominguez https://www.linkedin.com/in/iancdominguez/, the founder and chief investment officer at Delta Emerald Ventures https://www.deltaemerald.com/, joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to discuss cannabis industry investments and the potential impact of regulatory changes on the market. The conversation focuses on the shift from cannabis being classified as a Schedule I to a Schedule III substance and its potential implications. Ian highlights that such a change could attract more capital into the industry, similar to how states with legalized cannabis are already functioning to some extent. However, he cautions against assuming an immediate windfall, drawing parallels to historical instances where sudden profitability led to frivolous spending and discounting. He emphasizes the need for technology in the cannabis sector, especially for operators facing increasing competition and the necessity to drive costs down. Ian sees significant potential in technological advancements to help operators improve efficiencies and remain competitive. He points out that while Multi-State Operators (MSOs) usually get attention, smaller, independent operators also drive innovation in cannabis retail. Regarding investment opportunities in the cannabis industry, Ian suggests that individual retail investors can benefit from learning and networking within the industry but advises against navigating it alone. He emphasizes the value of collective learning and sharing information. Ian invites people to explore their newsletter and events for insights and learning opportunities. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston IAN DOMINGUEZ -https://www.linkedin.com/in/iancdominguez/ DELTA EMERALD VENTURES - https://www.deltaemerald.com/ SOUND DESIGN - JAMIE HUMISTON https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-humiston-91718b1b3/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
"From Maryland to Ohio: Story Cannabis' Expanding Footprint" Jason Vedadi https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-vedadi-949979159/, CEO of Story Cannabis, joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to discuss the company's impressive growth in the cannabis industry. Story Cannabis is a young company rapidly expanding in the MSO (Multi-State Operator) space, operating in Maryland, Ohio, and planning to enter New Jersey. Jason highlighted their focus on winning licenses, potential benefits from cannabis rescheduling, and their ongoing capital-raising efforts for expansion. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston STORY CANNABIS - https://storycannabis.com/ JASON VEDADI - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-vedadi-949979159/ SOUND DESIGN - JAMIE HUMISTON https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-humiston-91718b1b3/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
Cracking the Cannabis Advertising Code Dan Mondella https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-mondello-marketing/, the Co-founder and CEO of Rank Really High https://www.rankreallyhigh.com/, joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to discuss how his company helps cannabis businesses maximize their website's visibility and conversions. They explore the challenges faced by cannabis companies when it comes to being online, such as advertising restrictions due to regulations, stigma, and nuances in the industry. Dan explains the difficulties associated with online advertising in the cannabis industry, emphasizing the limitations imposed by companies like Google due to cannabis's classification alongside dangerous products. He describes the process of running ads for dispensaries and the need for creative language in advertisements. The discussion then shifts to website optimization and ranking high on Google searches. Dan highlights the importance of local search and the Google Business Profile in attracting customers. He emphasizes the need for e-commerce-focused, immersive website experiences to engage and retain visitors. They also discuss the significance of offering deals and recommendations on websites to drive more traffic and improve search engine rankings. The conversation delves into the technical aspects of website building, with Dan explaining that Rank Really High offers a WordPress-based platform-as-a-service solution that integrates with dispensaries' POS systems and publishes inventory, giving them an advantage in search engine rankings. Towards the end, the Dan asks about investment opportunities in Rank Really High, and Dan mentions that they recently closed a funding round with investors from the automotive and cannabis industries. He suggests that there might be future investment opportunities but highlights the importance of choosing the right investors who understand the company's goals and potential. Overall, the podcast episode explores the challenges and solutions related to online visibility and website optimization for cannabis businesses, with a focus on Rank Really High's approach and success in the industry. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston DAN MONDELLA - https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-mondello-marketing/ RANK REALLY HIGH - https://www.rankreallyhigh.com/ SOUND DESIGN - JAMIE HUMISTON https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-humiston-91718b1b3/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
"MRMD: The Undervalued Cannabis Stock with 14 Consecutive Growth Quarters" Jon Levine https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-levine-85550a9/, CEO of MariMed https://marimedinc.com/ joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to discusses the evolution of MariMed https://marimedinc.com/ from a cannabis advising company into one of the industry's leading multi-state operators. The company's strategic plan involves rolling up partners, expanding organically in current states, and exploring opportunities in new markets. They also touch upon the potential impacts of cannabis rescheduling from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3, and how MariMed's https://marimedinc.com/ conservative financial approach has led to 14 consecutive quarters of growth. John provides insights into their growth strategies and their stock symbol, MRMD. He emphasizes the importance of responsible growth in the cannabis industry. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston MARIMED -https://marimedinc.com/ JON LEVINE - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-levine-85550a9/ SOUND DESIGN - JAMIE HUMISTON https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-humiston-91718b1b3/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
"From Immigrant to Cannabis Mogul: A Story of Resilience and Impact" Annu Knot, the founder of Sociale https://socialedispensary.com/, a cannabis dispensary in Chicago, shares her inspirational journey, highlighting how she raised capital in the challenging cannabis industry and opened a dispensary with a focus on promoting diversity and social equity. She joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to emphasize her immigrant experience and commitment to giving back to the community. Despite facing numerous challenges and conducting extensive outreach to secure investments, her passion and belief in impact investing ultimately led to success. She also discusses her dispensary's recent opening and expansion plans, emphasizing the importance of inclusion and education in the cannabis industry. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston ANNU KNOT - mailto:contact@socialedispensary.com SOCIALE DISPENSARY - HTTPS://SOCIALEDISPENSARY.COM/ https://socialedispensary.com/ SOUND DESIGN - JAMIE HUMISTON https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-humiston-91718b1b3/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/ Show Less https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/7f94701d-6578-4fa3-a95a-1a02e33a9619/shows/ba2dd28c-5fb1-4b81-b640-f3c1c1baa745/episodes/099ef58d-4382-4ba2-97ac-6d43f50d91c9/#
"Optimizing Cannabis Quality and Longevity with TerpLoc Packaging" Jack Grover https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-grover-3a82a023/, the co-founder and CEO of Grove Bags https://grovebags.com/ joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to explains how their innovative packaging system, TerpLoc is revolutionizing the cannabis industry by creating a controlled microclimate to optimize the curing and preservation of cannabis products. He discusses the evolution of the cannabis industry and its need for long-term viability, and he shares insights into the company's future plans, including sustainable packaging materials and continued growth. Grove Bag plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality of cannabis products and is poised to thrive as the industry matures. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston JACK GROVER - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-grover-3a82a023/ GROVE BAGS - HTTPS://GROVEBAGS.COM/ https://grovebags.com/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
"Investing in Cannabis: The Innovative 'Spark Tank' Gary George https://www.linkedin.com/in/garygeorgenj/, the founder of the Real Cannabis Entrepreneur Conference https://realcannabisentrepreneur.com/ joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston. to shares how he started the conference out of personal necessity after finding a gap in the cannabis event space. He wanted to provide attendees with practical, real-time insights and actionable information from industry experts who are actively involved in the cannabis business. Gary discusses the unique "Spark Tank" segment of his conference, where cannabis entrepreneurs pitch their businesses, and attendees can invest in real-time through crowdfunding. He emphasizes the importance of curating vendors that align with the audience's interests and ensuring sponsors receive a strong return on investment. The conference is scheduled for October 5th and 6th at the Doubletree in Newark, New Jersey, with a focus on networking and bringing together key players in the cannabis industry. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston GARY GEORGE - https://www.linkedin.com/in/garygeorgenj/ REAL CANNABIS ENTREPRENEUR CONFERENCE - https://realcannabisentrepreneur.com/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
"Cannabis Funding in Flux: Strategies for Success in Today's Market" Raising capital in the cannabis industry is challenging, CEO Paul Weiss https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-weiss-6013a41a9/, of Paper Planes https://vangst.com/companies/paper-planes-extracts is back for Part 2 of his interview with DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston. In this episode he highlights the current dry spell in funding, emphasizing the importance of realistic expectations and responsible growth strategies. Weiss also shares insights into managing a diverse cap table and the benefits of maintaining tight control over capital, emphasizing the need for disciplined financial management in the cannabis space. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston PAUL WEISS - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-weiss-6013a41a9/ PAPER PLANES - https://vangst.com/companies/paper-planes-extracts RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
"From Investor to Operator: Navigating the Cannabis Industry's Unique Challenges" Paul Weiss https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-weiss-6013a41a9/, CEO of Paper Planes https://vangst.com/companies/paper-planes-extracts joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to discuss his unique position as both a cannabis investor and operator, emphasizing the importance of having control of a brand in the ever-changing cannabis industry. He also highlights Paper Planes' focus on quality, consistency, and competitive pricing in their products, and their ongoing search for the right institutional capital partner to support their growth. Paul expresses gratitude for the podcast's contribution to the industry and looks forward to future conversations. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston PAUL WEISS - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-weiss-6013a41a9/ PAPER PLANES - https://vangst.com/companies/paper-planes-extracts RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
"Innovative Loyalty Platform Revolutionizes Cannabis Industry Customer Engagement and Retention" Jonathan Bohun https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-bohun-27517a61/, founder and CEO of Weedar https://www.weedar.io/, joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to discuss his cannabis industry loyalty and distribution platform. With a background spanning nine years in the industry, Jonathan recognized the lack of effective loyalty programs for regular cannabis consumers spending over $400 monthly. Weedar offers an innovative approach using individual QR codes for product authenticity, customizable rewards, and gamification, aiding brands in customer retention while minimizing acquisition costs. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston JONATHAN BOHUN - HTTPS://WWW.LINKEDIN.COM/IN/JONATHAN-BOHUN-27517A61/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-bohun-27517a61/ WEEDAR - https://www.weedar.io/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
"Revolutionizing Cannabis Cone Manufacturing: From Shortage to 100 Million Cones a Month" Bryan Gerber https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryanmgerber/, CEO of Hara Supply https://harasupply.com/, joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to discuss the success of his cone manufacturing business. In response to a cone shortage, Hara Supplies established facilities in India, earning various certifications and producing high-quality, clean-room cones. With remarkable growth, the company now manufactures around 100 million cones a month, capturing a significant market share and eyeing potential strategic partnerships in the future. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston HARA SUPPLY - https://harasupply.com/ BRYAN GERBER - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryanmgerber/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
"From Self-Funded Success to Consistent Quality: The Gelato Canna Co. Story" George Sadler https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-sadler-13a15a19/, co-founder and CEO of Gelato Canna Co https://www.gelatocanna.com/., joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to discuss his background, his previous cannabis business win and the success of Gelato. The company has a family-driven ethos and prides itself on maintaining consistent, high-quality products. Despite rumors of outside funding, Gelato remains self-funded and values its self-sufficient growth. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston GELATO CANNA CO. - https://www.gelatocanna.com/ GEORGE SADLER - https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-sadler-13a15a19/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
"Utilizing Data-Driven Decisions for Raising Capital in the Cannabis Industry" LARA FORDIS https://www.linkedin.com/in/larafordis/, founder of Fortis Consulting https://fordisconsulting.com/, joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to discuss how cannabis companies can utilize data-driven decisions to raise capital successfully. She emphasizes the importance of vetting data sources and avoiding skewed data to avoid misrepresentation. For investors, Laura recommends seeking a second set of eyes to validate data presented in pitch decks to ensure reliability and credibility. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston LARA FORDIS - https://www.linkedin.com/in/larafordis/ FORDIS CONSULTING - https://fordisconsulting.com/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
"Unlocking the Power of Cannabis Testing: Ensuring Safety and Quality in the Industry" Christopher Altomare https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-altomare-33030654/, the CEO of Nova Analytic Labs https://nova-analyticlabs.com/, discusses the importance of testing in the cannabis industry. He highlights the risks associated with untested cannabis, such as exposure to pesticides and unknown health impacts. Chris also shares insights with DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston into Nova Analytic Labs' advancements in terpene testing and their plans for expansion into new markets, starting with New York. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston NOVA ANALYTIC LABS - HTTPS://NOVA-ANALYTICLABS.COM/ https://nova-analyticlabs.com/ CHRISTOPHER ALTOMARE - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-altomare-33030654/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
Revolutionizing Cannabis Rolling Papers: Unveiling a 400-Year Legacy of Quality and Innovation Alex Boone https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-boone-1b2a8b13/, the managing director at BOTANI https://botani.com/, discusses the history and expertise of his parent company, which has been involved in paper making for over 400 years. Botani focuses on providing premium botanical hemp and hemp rolling papers to the cannabis industry, offering lightweight rolling papers and hemp wraps that enhance the smoking experience. He joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to talk about working with B2B customers, including white label converters and brand owners, providing them with sustainable solutions and helping them navigate the process of starting a brand in the cannabis market. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston ALEX BOONE - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-boone-1b2a8b13/ BOTANI - https://botani.com/ SWM International & Neenah, Inc. recently combined to become Mativ (NYSE: MATV) https://www.swmintl.com/investor-relations RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
Revolutionizing Joint Rolling: The Story of an Innovative Machine Kyle Loucks https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyleloucks/, the CEO of Roll Pros https://rollpros.com/, joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to discuss his journey of creating a machine that automates the process of rolling joints. He shares how he was inspired by his college days and the need for a solution to the inefficient process of hand-rolling joints. With 85 machines already in the market, Kyle talks about the success of Roll Pros and potential opportunities for growth and investment in the future. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston ROLLPROS - https://rollpros.com/ KYLE LOUCKS - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyleloucks/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
Empowering Women Entrepreneurs in the Cannabis Industry: A Journey Towards Funding Success Kyra Reed https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyrareed/, the founder of Women Employed in Cannabis https://womenemployedincannabis.com/, joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to discuss her organization's shift in focus from education and networking to fundraising for women in the cannabis industry. Recognizing the funding gap for women-led businesses, she partnered with the Panther Group to create "The Roadmap to Funding https://thepanthergroup.co/roadmaptofunding/," a comprehensive guide for securing funding. They also launched a Mentoring Program https://hopin.com/events/roadmaptofunding/registration that follows the guide's chapters, providing support and guidance to women entrepreneurs throughout the fundraising process. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston KYRA REED - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyrareed/ THE PANTHER GROUP - https://thepanthergroup.co/ MENTORING PROGRAM - https://hopin.com/events/roadmaptofunding/registration THE ROADMAP TO FUNDING - https://thepanthergroup.co/roadmaptofunding/ WEIC - https://womenemployedincannabis.com/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
The Importance of Cannabis Insurance Brokers: Expertise, Advocacy, and Transparency Eric Schneider https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericschneider5690/, the managing director at Alpha Ru https://alpharoot.com/, joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to discuss the importance of having a broker when obtaining insurance for cannabis companies. He highlights the specialized nature of the industry, the need for brokers with expertise in cannabis, and the role of brokers as advocates for their clients. Schneider emphasizes transparency, storytelling, and the value of broker relationships with insurance companies. He also mentions that Alpha Ru was acquired by Baldwin Risk Partners https://baldwinriskpartners.com/ https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston ALPHAROOT - https://alpharoot.com/ ERIC SCHNEIDER - HTTPS://WWW.LINKEDIN.COM/IN/ERICSCHNEIDER5690/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericschneider5690/ BALDWIN RISK PARTNERS - https://baldwinriskpartners.com/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
"Missouri's Smooth Entry into the Cannabis Market" Nicholas Rinella https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholasrinella/, the CEO of Hippos Cannabis https://hipposcannabis.com/, a Missouri-based vertically integrated cannabis company joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to provide Missouri cannabis market insight. He talks about Hippos Cannabis' production facility in Vienna, Missouri, and three dispensaries across the state. He also discussed the benefits of being located in The Ozarks and their plan expansion plans. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston HIPPOS CANNABIS - https://hipposcannabis.com/ NICHOLAS RINELLA - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholasrinella/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
Navigating Compliance in the Cannabis Industry Marion Mariathasan https://www.linkedin.com/in/marionmariathasan/, the CEO and Co-founder of Simplifya https://www.simplifya.com/, a regulatory and operational compliance software platform for the cannabis industry, joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to discussed the importance of compliance for licensed operators. He explains how Simplifya helps to maintain a license to operate legally through cost-efficient and streamlined software. He also talks about the new product, Risk Mitigation Alliance, that they launched in collaboration with Canngen https://www.canngenins.com/ to mitigate risks for both operators and insurance carriers. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston MARION MARIATHASAN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marionmariathasan/ SIMPLIFYA - https://www.simplifya.com/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
"Revolutionizing the Cannabis Industry with Cannabis Robots" Sorting Robotics https://www.sortingrobotics.com/ is an industrial automation company in the cannabis industry. CEO amd Co-Founder, Nohtal Partansky joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to talk cannabis robots. He explains how their flagship product the JICO Robot, injects cannabis concentrate into joints to produce a consistently infused pre-roll product. He shares his company's vision, to improve the quality of products in the cannabis industry by applying a sophisticated approach, which helps operators and customers produce better products. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston SORTING ROBOTICS - HTTPS://WWW.SORTINGROBOTICS.COM/ https://www.sortingrobotics.com/ NOHTAL PARTANSKY - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nohtal/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
"Revolutionizing Cannabis Cultivation: How Verne Bio Analytics is Leading the Way in Genetics and Pathogen Testing" Dr. Nathan Johnson https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-t-johnson/, the CEO of Verne Bio https://vernebio.com/, a company that provides cannabis genetics and pathogen testing and analysis, joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to explains the importance of identifying plant genetics and pathogens for cultivators to avoid losing revenue. He also talks about Verne BioAnalytics https://vernebio.com/' onsite testing products, such as the "I" Test, which allows companies to test their samples onsite within half an hour, and the "WE" Test, which tests plant material for 16 different pathogens that cause harm to the plant. He also discuss their research in finding cures / plant vaccines for pathogen. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston DR. NATHAN JOHNSON - HTTPS://WWW.LINKEDIN.COM/IN/NATHAN-T-JOHNSON/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-t-johnson/ VERNE BIO - https://vernebio.com/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
While we wait SAFE banking to pass how are cannabis companies are accessing banking DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston speaks with the CEO of Safe Harbor Financia https://shfinancial.org/l, Sundie Seefried https://www.linkedin.com/in/sundie-seefried-748194130/, to discuss how her company helps cannabis businesses bank their money. She shares how they expanded the business across the country and how they've helped other financial institutions set up similar programs. They discuss the relationship between Safe Harbor Financial and Partner Colorado Credit Union, as well as their recent arrangement. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston SUNDIE SEEFRIED - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sundie-seefried-748194130/ SAFE HARBOR FINANCIAL - https://shfinancial.org/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
The Benefits of Using Private Credit over Equity Rob Sechrist https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-sechrist-7597686/ the President of the Polaris Equity Group, an asset management company that lends to owners of commercial buildings with cannabis-related businesses in them joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston . They discuss how Polaris Equity Group differentiate itself from other debt lending companies by only securing their loans with real estate and not encumbering accounts receivable or providing any value to other ancillary collateral. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston ROB SECHRIST - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-sechrist-7597686/ POLARIS EQUITY GROUP - https://pelorusequitygroup.com/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
Banks can do business with cannabis companies Peter Su https://www.linkedin.com/in/petersu/, the Senior Vice President of Green Check Verified https://greencheckverified.com/ joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to explain how his company enables financial institutions to safely offer their services to legal cannabis companies. Peter discusses how the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) works, which is essentially the last line of defense for banks and financial institutions to keep illicit funds out of the financial system. He simplifies the explanation and notes that proceeds from federally illegal businesses, such as cannabis, are considered money laundering. Despite the risk, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) released a set of guidelines in 2014 that provided a clear set of expectations for banks and credit unions that decide to bank with cannabis companies. Peter notes that the guidance has allowed a network of financial institutions to bank with cannabis companies that are comfortable following the guidelines https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston PETER SU - https://www.linkedin.com/in/petersu/ GREEN CHECK VERIFIED - https://greencheckverified.com/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
Flow Garden Co-Founders Discuss the Future of Smokable Hemp and Their Award-Winning Flowers Co-founders of Flow Garden https://flowgardens.com/, David Miller https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-m-31911223/ and Erich Maelze https://www.linkedin.com/in/erich-maelzer-30bb64211/, join DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to talk about their company's success in the nationwide sale of Smokeable Hemp. They highlight the medicinal benefits of Smokeable Hemp, such as helping combat anxiety and stress. David and Erich discuss their company's focus on quality, and their methods of finding and breeding the best hemp flowers out there, using an R&D facility, flood and drain, living soil, top feed current culture, H2O, pheno hunting, and house crossing. The co-founders also discuss the slow growth of the sector but see a lot of development and more people jumping into the game in the next two years. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston ERICH MAELZE - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erich-maelzer-30bb64211/ DAVIS MILLER - HTTPS://WWW.LINKEDIN.COM/IN/DAVID-M-31911223/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-m-31911223/ FLOW GARDEN - HTTPS://FLOWGARDENS.COM/ https://flowgardens.com/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
You don't have to sell all your equity to open a dispensary. The cost of opening a dispensary in Boston prevents most aspiring entrepreneurs from even attempting it. Unfortunately, Nike John https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikejohn/ did not allow the price tag obstacle or any other obstacle to prevent her from opening The Heritage Club. https://heritageclubthc.com/ She joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to explain some of the creative ways that she was able to keep her costs down and stretch every dollar. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston NIKE JOHN - HTTPS://WWW.LINKEDIN.COM/IN/NIKEJOHN/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikejohn/ THE HERITAGE CLUB - HTTPS://HERITAGECLUBTHC.COM/ https://heritageclubthc.com/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
Regardless of size or sector, all businesses and industries need capital to grow. Adam Stettner https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamstettner/ the CEO of Fundcanna, https://fundcanna.com/ the leading lender in the cannabis industry joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to explain how they are helping cannabis companies finance their growth. He talks about the value of combining equity and debt financing and discusses some of their many financing options including, vendor financing, bridge loans, equipment financing, and cash advancements. https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston Adam Stettner https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamstettner/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamstettner/ Fundcanna https://fundcanna.com/ - https://fundcanna.com/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
Can hemp help you lose weight? Research is finally confirming Hemp's many benefits. Michael Scherr https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-scherr-0727b64/ the Founder and CEO of Arbor Hemp https://arborhemp.com/ joins DAN HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston to share the results of their study that showed how the participant lost weight. He also talks about his brand partnership with Global Healthcare Ambassador (Autism & Palliative Care Advocate) Mieko Hester Perez https://www.linkedin.com/in/mieko-hester-perez-b6436754/ https://podconx.com/ MJBULLS - https://podconx.com/podcasts/raising-cannabis-capital DAN HUMISTON - HTTPS://PODCONX.COM/GUESTS/DAN-HUMISTON https://podconx.com/guests/dan-humiston MICHAEL SCHERR - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-scherr-0727b64/ MIEKO HESTER PEREZ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mieko-hester-perez-b6436754/ ARBOR HEMP - https://arborhemp.com/ RECORDED ON SQUADCAST - https://squadcast.fm/
