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17/06/2024

🔥 BudsFeed Weekly: The AMA supports drug decriminalization, a new investigation shows California vapes could contain pesticides, Maryland plans to pardon 175,000 cannabis convictions, and more.

The AMA supports drug decriminalization, a new investigation shows California vapes could contain pesticides, Maryland plans to pardon 175,000 cannabis convictions, and more.

13/06/2024

TL;DR - South Africa is the first African nation to legalize the cultivation and use of cannabis, New York lawmakers have sent a bill to the governor that would make farmers markets a permanent part of the state’s cannabis market and Germany is making some adjustments to its adult-use cannabis law, including changes to restrictions for driving and cannabis club associations.

New York appoints new OCM leadership, Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoes Florida h**p ban bill, Michigan outsells California, GTI pitches a merger with Boston Beer Company, and more.

12/06/2024

As part of our “How It Started” interview series, we had the pleasure of chatting with Alain Vo, CEO of LeafyPack, an innovative automation machinery supplier for the cannabis industry.

Alain’s journey into the cannabis industry began around 2016-17 when he was working in the commercial lighting sector. He proposed exploring commercial grow lights as a new market for his company, given their manufacturing capabilities. They started with a modular system using Reds and Far Red LEDs, and Alain delved deeply into research, eventually falling in love with the industry's potential. This led to the development of various lighting products and, ultimately, his involvement in founding LeafyPack in 2019.

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“How It Started” interview with Alain Vo, CEO of LeafyPack

11/06/2024

As part of our “How It Started” interview series, we had the pleasure of chatting with Marc Rodriguez, Co-Founder & CEO of Green Leaf Business Solutions, human resources and payroll partner for the cannabis industry.

Green Leaf was born out of necessity. Paychex was removing cannabis companies from its platform, and it became evident to Marc that there was a need for reliable payroll solutions. The industry was still operating with outdated paper-based payroll methods and cash payments, signaling a clear gap that needed to be filled. Recognizing this need, Marc established Green Leaf to provide tailored payroll and HR solutions specifically designed for the cannabis industry.

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“How It Started” interview with Marc Rodriguez, Co-Founder & CEO of Green Leaf Business Solutions

10/06/2024

🔥 BudsFeed Weekly: New York appoints new OCM leadership, Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoes Florida h**p ban bill, Michigan outsells California, GTI pitches a merger with Boston Beer Company, and more.

New York appoints new OCM leadership, Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoes Florida h**p ban bill, Michigan outsells California, GTI pitches a merger with Boston Beer Company, and more.

07/06/2024

As part of our “How It Started” interview series, we had the pleasure of chatting with Seth Yakatan, Founding Partner of Katan Associates International, a nontraditional strategic consulting firm that identifies and analyzes strategic opportunities, transactional requirements and operational needs, and provides industry perspective to create long-term shareholder value.

Seth founded the practice in 2001 with his dad, where they focused on biotech and eventually moved into wellness and sport nutrition. They were early investors in GW Pharma and got into pharmaceutical cannabis in 2009. The move to the recreational sector began in 2019 when Seth joined Eaze, and began to build relationships with operators nationwide.

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“How It Started” interview with Seth Yakatan, Founding Partner of Katan Associates International

07/06/2024

As part of our “How It Started” interview series, we had the pleasure of chatting with Seth Yakatan, Founding Partner of Katan Associates International, a nontraditional strategic consulting firm that identifies and analyzes strategic opportunities, transactional requirements and operational needs, and provides industry perspective to create long-term shareholder value.

Seth founded the practice in 2001 with his dad, where they focused on biotech and eventually moved into wellness and sport nutrition. They were early investors in GW Pharma and got into pharmaceutical cannabis in 2009. The move to the recreational sector began in 2019 when Seth joined Eaze, and began to build relationships with operators nationwide.

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06/06/2024

TL;DR - Cannabis executives are using AI to sort through data and help guide product decisions, The Japan has opened its public comment period for cannabis reform and a recent study found that terpenes could be an effective and side-effect-free treatment for chemotherapy-induced neuropathic pain!

Ohio could soon start selling adult-use cannabis through existing medical dispensaries, industry executives are using AI to guide product decisions, Trulieve just opened its 200th dispensary, and a new study from Fred Hutch Cancer Center shows that more than 40% of patients turn to cannabis for some...

31/05/2024

As part of our “How It Started” interview series, we had the pleasure of chatting with Chris Altomare, CEO of Nova Analytic Labs, Maine-based next-gen testing and consulting partner of the cannabis and h**p sectors.

Chris’ journey in the industry began while consulting for cannabis labs out west. During that time, he noticed a shortage of experience in the field. He saw labs where even the lab managers lacked the necessary expertise, looking to consultants like himself for guidance. It was in this gap that Chris saw an opportunity. He teamed up with two like-minded individuals, Greg Newland and Barry Chaffin, who shared his excitement and vision for this space. Together, they decided to open a laboratory in Maine.

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“How It Started” interview with Chris Altomare, CEO of Nova Analytic Labs

30/05/2024

TL;DR - Connecticut and Iowa will allow the sale of low-dose h**p beverages, daily cannabis consumers outnumbered daily alcohol consumers in the U.S. for the first time, and Nicki Minaj’s European tour is temporarily delayed as she got caught up in an Amsterdam airport.

The DEA could crack down on THCA and other cannabinoids protected by the Farm Bill, daily cannabis consumers surpass daily alcohol consumers, New York's top cannabis regulator steps down, and more.

29/05/2024

As part of our “How It Started” interview series, we had the pleasure of chatting with Tracey Lancaster Miller, Nate Miller & Warren Lemley, Co-Founders of Peake ReLeaf, a cannabis dispensary in Rockville, Maryland.

Peake ReLeaf originated from a 2014 campfire discussion among three longtime friends, all Maryland natives. After gaining industry experience in Colorado, they leveraged their diverse skills and resources to establish a premier cannabis dispensary in Rockville, MD.

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“How It Started” interview with Tracey Lancaster Miller, Nate Miller & Warren Lemley, Co-Founders of Peake ReLeaf

28/05/2024

We’re headed back to Hudson with !

Join us at the Revelry Buyers’ Club in Hudson, NY this Thursday, May 30th, from 11 am to 6 pm. We’ll be bringing along our best buds from Chill Steel Pipes, DynaVap, Zenco, Staze, CleanBuzz Technologies, Stashlogix, The Beam, Phoenecian Grinders, Stache, BUDWELL, The Clinger, and Ardent.

In addition to having devices for you to touch and try, we’re making it super easy for dispensary owners and buyers to purchase all of the ancillary products they might need for their store, all in one place, ranging from lighters and rolling papers, to pipes and grinders, to v***rizers and e-rigs.

27/05/2024

🔥 BudsFeed Weekly: The DEA could crack down on THCA and other cannabinoids protected by the Farm Bill, daily cannabis consumers surpass daily alcohol consumers, New York's top cannabis regulator steps down, and more.

The DEA could crack down on THCA and other cannabinoids protected by the Farm Bill, daily cannabis consumers surpass daily alcohol consumers, New York's top cannabis regulator steps down, and more.

22/05/2024

As part of our “How It Started” interview series, we had the pleasure of chatting with Nar Hakimi, Founder of Issa Vibe, a homegrown cannabis brand rooted in New York, driven by a mission to empower and inspire.

Nar founded her company with a deeply personal mission. Cannabis has played a transformative role in her life, not only offering healing on multiple levels but also awakening a heightened sense of awareness within her. It's this profound experience that inspired Nar to share the benefits and enlightenment of cannabis with others through her brand.

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“How It Started” interview with Nar Hakimi, Founder of Issa Vibe

21/05/2024

TL;DR - The Biden Administration formally proposed moving ma*****na to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act, a recent poll found the majority of Thais support the government’s plan to re-criminalize cannabis and New York has been hit with another lawsuit challenging social equity license rules.

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The Biden Administration announced the DOJ will move cannabis to Schedule III, 69% of American voters – including the majority of Republicans – support legalization, cannabis has driven $20B in state tax revenue since 2014, and more.

21/05/2024

🔥 BudsFeed Weekly: The Biden Administration announced the DOJ will move cannabis to Schedule III, 69% of American voters – including the majority of Republicans – support legalization, cannabis has driven $20B in state tax revenue since 2014, and more.

The Biden Administration announced that the DOJ will move cannabis to Schedule III, 69% of American voters – including the majority of Republicans – support legalization, cannabis has driven $20B in state tax revenue since 2014, and more.

17/05/2024

TL;DR - Curaleaf focuses on Europe while the topic of rescheduling is going on, Eric Adams said the city will crack down on illegally operating shops and The Republican Party of Florida voted to oppose the state’s ballot initiative for adult-use.

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New York shakes up the OCM, Thailand tries to make w**d illegal again, Florida Republicans oppose state legalization, and more.

14/05/2024

As part of our “How It Started” interview series, we had the pleasure of chatting with Todd K. Harris, Co-founder & CEO of Plift, a h**p-infused beverage company.

Todd and his cofounders saw an intersecting opportunity where cannabis consumption needed vehicle to be socialized, with a lack of affordable access to safe and reputable cannabis products (especially in communities of color), and they had a desire to create a way for people to unwind that doesn't require people to drink alcohol. The latter is Todd’s personal mission. As an alcoholic and a product of an alcoholic family, he wanted to fundamentally change people's relationship with alcohol.

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“How It Started” interview with Todd K. Harris, Co-founder & CEO of Plift

13/05/2024

🔥 BudsFeed Weekly: New York shakes up the OCM, Thailand tries to make w**d illegal again, Florida Republicans oppose state legalization, and more.

New York shakes up the Office of Cannabis Management, Thailand tries to make w**d illegal again, Florida Republicans oppose state legalization, MSO's are making big moves locally and abroad, and more.

10/05/2024

TL;DR - The NYC Cannabis Parade celebrated its 51st annual march, Minnesota is considering issuing cultivation licenses to prevent supply issues and stocks like Canopy Growth, Tilray, and Cronos saw significant jumps since the rescheduling news!

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Democrats push for legalization, 60% of Americans can't believe it isn't legal already, cannabis licensing declines, and more.

07/05/2024

As part of our “How It Started” interview series, we had the pleasure of chatting with Paula Savchenko, Esq., Founding Partner of Cannacore Group, a multi-state cannabis and psychedelic licensing firm, and PS Law Group, a regulated substances law firm.

Paula was working in the regulated substances industries and built the cannabis practice group at her law firm. She wanted more flexibility in her schedule, the type of clients she could take on, and fee structure, and saw a ripe, untapped market. She then started saving to be able to go on her own. Six months later, Paula started Cannacore and PS Law. 2.5 years later, they have grown to a team of six with an ~85% success rate at achieving licensure for clients.

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How It Started” interview with Paula Savchenko, Esq., Founding Partner of Cannacore Group and PS Law Group

07/05/2024

🔥 BudsFeed Weekly: Democrats push for legalization, 60% of Americans can't believe it isn't legal already, cannabis licensing declines, and more.

Dutchie goes down on 4/20 again, Nancy Whiteman steps down as CEO of Wana Brands, NY takes on illicit retailers with new plan, Biden tweets about cannabis reform at 4:20 on 4/20, and more.

04/05/2024

If you’re in New York City today, join us as we march in the NYC C@nn@bis Parade and swing by our booth where BudsFeed will be serving up good times with our friends from , , and !

02/05/2024

TL;DR - The DEA made a historic decision to move cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act, medical ma*****na can now be legally purchased in North Carolina at a dispensary opened by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, and North Dakota is moving forward to collect signatures to get adult-use cannabis on the state ballot in November! We have these stories and more below!

The DEA agrees to reschedule cannabis, MedMen is DeadMen, 88% of Americans support legalization but neither presidential candidate is owning it, a CBD case goes the the Supreme Court, and more.

01/05/2024

As part of our “How It Started” interview series, we had the pleasure of chatting with Michael Mejer, Founder of Green Lane Communication, bringing cannabis businesses mainstream through strategic media relations.

Prior to working in cannabis, Mike worked in PR with a focus in the book publishing space. After realizing he wanted to contribute to the cannabis industry and community, he attended conferences across the U.S. to learn everything he could. After dozens of conversations, he learned that marketing and advertising are massive undertakings in the industry due to strict guidelines and restrictions. A lightbulb went off, realizing that earned media could be a work-around to help brands and subject matter experts communicate with their target audience.

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“How It Started” interview with Michael Mejer, Founder of Green Lane Communication

30/04/2024

As part of our “How It Started” interview series, we had the pleasure of chatting with Howard (“H”) Franklin, CEO of West Coast Gifts, North America’s largest designer, manufacturer and distributor of award-winning glass pipes, v***rizers and smoking accessories for the cannabis connoisseur.

H met a glassblower at a Grateful Dead tour in 1991 that made color changing glass pipes who taught him how to make them. Later, he started selling his friends’ color changing glass pipes at each town that the Grateful Dead performed. One suitcase at a time, H introduced shops to these pipes, as all they offered back then was acrylic, metal or wood.

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“How It Started” interview with Howard (“H”) Franklin, CEO of West Coast Gifts

30/04/2024

🔥BudsFeed Weekly: MedMen is DeadMen, 88% of Americans support legalization but neither presidential candidate is owning it, a CBD case goes the the Supreme Court, and more.

Support grows for cannabis and crypto banking reform, MedMen files for bankruptcy, 88% of Americans support legalization regardless of political party, and more.

25/04/2024

TL;DR - Dutchie POS crashed for several hours during peak 4/20 traffic (again), Last Prisoner Project spearheaded a week-long advocacy effort in Washington D.C. last week, North Carolina opened up their first medical dispensaries on 4/20 and New York officials have outlined a five-point plan to combat illicit cannabis shops!

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Dutchie goes down on 4/20 again, Nancy Whiteman steps down as CEO of Wana Brands, NY takes on illicit retailers with new plan, Biden tweets about cannabis reform at 4:20 on 4/20, and more.

23/04/2024

As part of our “How It Started” interview series, we had the pleasure of chatting with Michael Wang, Co-CEO of Ispire Technology, a global leader in v***r technology renowned for delivering high-quality, innovative products with exceptional performance.

Michael has studied cannabis since the early 2000s, developing a strong interest for the plant, as it aligns with his values. In 2018, when he sold his e-commerce business, he joined a vertically integrated cannabis company called Sunday Goods in Arizona and California. That was the beginning of Michael’s cannabis journey, and it became a passion of his very quickly.

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“How It Started” interview with Michael Wang, Co-CEO of Ispire Technology

22/04/2024

🔥 BudsFeed Weekly: Dutchie goes down on 4/20 again, Nancy Whiteman steps down as CEO of Wana Brands, NY takes on illicit retailers with new plan, Biden tweets about cannabis reform at 4:20 on 4/20, and more.

Dutchie goes down on 4/20 again, Nancy Whiteman steps down as CEO of Wana Brands, NY takes on illicit retailers with new plan, Biden tweets about cannabis reform at 4:20 on 4/20, and more.