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We just reached possibly one of the largest milestones in creating pure, consistent cannabinoids in a lab. Here to tell us about it is Kevin Chen of Hyasynth Bio. Learn more at https://hyasynthbio.com  The Zillow of Cannabis? Let’s face it, finding  real estate for your cannabis or hemp business can be challenging. There is one company that has removed all the complexity And makes it simple to browse cannabis, and hemp properties and businesses that are for sale right now. Best of all it’s free to get started, check out  420property.com that’s 420property.com  Use Coupon Code: INSIDER  at checkout for a discount on subscriptions and services. Key Takeaways:  [1:32] An inside look at Hyasynth Bio and its work creating biosynthesized cannabis compounds [3:05] Hyasynth Bio’s first product, an ultra-pure CBD oil created using cultured cannabinoids [7:44] How Hyasynth Bio is improving CBD production in terms of both speed and purity [9:12] Why multinational companies are gravitating towards biosynthesized cannabin

Retail design and brand identity are pivotal to creating a successful cannabis dispensary. Here to give us some pointers is one of the industry’s top experts: Megan Stone of High Road Design Studio. Learn more at https://www.highroadstudio.com  The Zillow of Cannabis? Just like Zillow lets you browse for properties to buy or rent onlineThere is a company doing the same thing in the cannabis and hemp space. 420property.com lets you browse cannabis and hemp real estate and even businesses that are for sale.  Get started for free at 420property.com, that’s 420property.com Use Coupon Code: INSIDER  at checkout for a discount on subscriptions and services.   Key Takeaways: [00:46] An inside look at High Road Studio, an award-winning interior design, branding, and consulting studio for cannabis dispensaries [1:20] Megan’s background in cannabis and how she came to start High Road [4:08] How cannabis retail design has changed over the last five years [8:02] The two big things you have to get right when creating a re

Commercial cannabis growers are notoriously tight-lipped when it comes to their growing methods, but not Ryan Douglas. Today this master grower shares all the secrets you need to take your grow to the next level (including what not to do). Learn more at https://douglascultivation.com/about  The Zillow Of Cannabis? Let’s face it, finding  real estate for your cannabis or hemp business can be challenging. There is one company that has removed all the complexity And makes it simple to browse cannabis, and hemp properties and businesses that are for sale right now. Best of all it’s free to get started, check out  420property.com that’s 420property.com  Use Coupon Code: INSIDER  at checkout for a discount on subscriptions and services.   Key Takeaways: [00:54] An inside look at Ryan’s new book, From Seed To Success [1:35] Ryan’s background as CanopyGrowth’s expert cultivator when the company was still named Tweed [3:01] How Ryan helped CanopyGrowth get its start as one of Canada’s first and largest licensed grower

Jonah Barber is the co-founder of MRX Xtractors. Learn how profitable cannabis oil extraction can be and the different business models available to those in the business or entering this business. Key Takeaways:– From lab testing flower to extraction company – A lot of oil on the market is not good, here’s why – The profit margin on a gram of extracted cannabis oil – Throughput from different extraction machines – The different business models in extraction Learn more at http://mrxxtractors.com/   Transcript: As the cannabis market continues to grow around the world, there's an increased focus on extraction, and for good reason. Extracted cannabis oil is arguably the most profitable and integral ingredient for cannabis companies. Here to tell us more about the extraction industry and his extraction solutions is Jonah Barber from MRX Xtractors. Jonah, welcome to CannaInsider. Jonah: Thanks, Matt. It's great to be here. Really excited to speak with you today. Matthew: Give us a sense of geography. Where are you

Planet 13 is the largest cannabis dispensary and retail experience in the world, and it just got bigger. Here to tell us about it is Co-CEO Bob Groesbeck. Learn more at https://www.planet13lasvegas.com Key Takeaways: [00:56] An inside look at Planet 13’s 112,000-square-foot cannabis superstore in Las Vegas [2:27] Bob’s background and how he got into the cannabis space [4:53] How Planet 13 merges cannabis and entertainment for a unique retail experience [9:30] The organizational tools Planet 13 uses to keep its dispensary running smoothly [16:17] How Planet 13 decides which products to offer and the best ways to display them [17:43] Surprising new consumer habits Bob has noticed over the last year [21:19] Bob’s predictions for when we’ll see the first national brand in cannabis

California is the world’s largest cannabis market, and that means navigating everything that’s happening on the legal and regulatory front can be tricky. Here to help us is Khurshid Khoja of Greenbridge Corporate Counsel. Learn more at http://www.greenbridgelaw.com  Key Takeaways: [00:54] An inside look at Greenbridge Corporate Counsel, a California business and regulatory law boutique that provides industry-focused legal expertise to cannabis companies [1:24] Khurshid’s day-to-day interfacing with Sacramento regulators and politicians to help his clients see what’s just around the corner [3:54] California’s provisional licensing crisis and where Khurshid sees things heading over the next year [7:53] How Governor Newsom’s potential recall could affect California’s cannabis industry [9:14] The Budget Trailer Bill and why it’s important [12:24] Why Khurshid believes California’s regulatory landscape will evolve to become much more streamlined over the next few years [15:29] The pending legislation around veteri

A corner of the cannabis marketplace quietly gaining popularity is CBD for pelvic pain and sexual wellness. Here to tell us more is Adina Leifer, a pelvic floor physical therapist and the founder of Silkx Society, the first medically-backed CBD lubricant for pelvic pain. Learn more at https://www.silkxsociety.com  Key Takeaways: [1:07] Adina’s background as a pelvic floor physical therapist and her Atlanta-based practice, Able Therapy [2:12] An inside look at Adina’s new company Silkx Society, a CBD lubricant designed specifically for pelvic pain [7:20] How CBD can benefit different types of pelvic floor dysfunction [11:56] The challenges of starting a CBD company and some valuable lessons Adina has learned along the way [14:08] How Adina came up with the formulation for her CBD lubricant and what sets it apart from others on the market [20:48] Where Adina sees this category heading over the next few years Note from Adina: Men have pelvic muscles and can experience pelvic pain. It can present as a constant ac

What are Delta-8 THC and 5-MeO-DMT and what’s all the hype about? Here to help us understand is the cannabis whisper himself, Max Montrose of Trichome Institute. Learn more at https://trichomeinstitute.com Key Takeaways: [00:43] An inside look at Trichome Institute, the leading cannabis education company [2:06] Delta-8 THC and how it differs from its better-known cousin delta-9 THC [3:45] Why delta-8 is surging in popularity [13:36] Where Max sees delta-8 THC heading over the next 3-5 years [16:44] Max’s partnership with Abstrax, an industry leader in the study and production of cannabis and botanically-derived terpenes [23:39] 5-MeO-DMT, a psychedelic found in a variety of plant species and the glands of the Sonoran Desert toad [27:39] Max’s work studying the Sonoran Desert toad and their unique venom glands [41:12] How Max’s experiences with 5-MeO-DMT and ayahuasca have changed his philosophies and way of life

There’s been a lot of buzz around grocery dark stores and ghost kitchens, but not a lot of people are talking about the growing number of cannabis dark stores. Here to tell us more is Jeff Sampson, founder and CEO of Everscore. Everscore’s marketplace: everscore.com  Everscore for brands: everscoreconnect.com Key Takeaways: [1:02] An inside look at Everscore, the first direct-to-consumer marketplace for THC and CBD products [2:25] Jeff’s background and how he came to start Everscore [4:33] How the current dispensary model works against new brands trying to enter the market [7:45] The rise in cannabis dark stores and where Jeff sees this trend heading over the next few years [11:56] How dark stores will even the playing field for small brands and help diversify the industry [18:47] Everscore’s extensive analytics and ad network of 40,000+ lifestyle publishers [25:97] How Everscore offers ultra-tailored fulfillment with its large network of brands, growers, and manufacturers [32:50] Jeff’s plans to expand Evers

Is cannabis the largest investment trend of this generation? Here to tell us why we’re about to see a wave of capital move into the industry is Todd Harrison of CB1 Capital. Learn more at https://www.cb1cap.com  Key Takeaways: [00:50] An inside look at CB1 Capital, a New York-based investment manager and advisor that specializes in the supply chain of cannabinoid-based wellness solutions, products, and therapies [1:13] Todd’s background and how he came to start CB1 Capital [3:46] How cannabis investing has progressed over the last few years and where Todd sees it heading [6:30] What Todd is most excited about as an investor in the cannabis industry right now [7:51] Characteristics that make for a successful MSO or multi-state operator [10:02] Todd’s thoughts on the federal legislation timeline [14:05] Why cannabis is the investment opportunity of this generation [15:53] How the US compares to Canada in terms of cannabis investing opportunities [17:41] Todd’s advice to investors looking to get into cannabis [2

Banking is one of the toughest problems for the US cannabis industry, but one company is about to change all that. Here to tell us more is Cooraez Keshvani, CEO of ReThink. Learn more at https://www.rethinkpay.com  Key Takeaways: [1:41] An inside look at ReThink, the leading blockchain financial platform for cannabis and other high-risk industries [2:26] Cooraez's background in biomedical engineering and how he came to start ReThink [4:41] The biggest obstacles in cannabis banking right now [8:54] How ReThink's KYC, anti-money laundering, and built-in compliance make it safer than other blockchains [14:31] ReThink's payment options for apps, online, and in-person [16:47] How cannabis retailers can easily integrate ReThink into their point-of-sale software and delivery apps [18:48] Where Cooraez sees lending in cannabis heading over the next few years [20:04] How ReThink's fees compare to other cannabis payment processors  [25:09] ReThink's efforts to create a standard global currency country by country

Can cannabis culture and big business co-exist? Here to help us answer that is Andrew DeAngelo, co-founder of Harborside and Last Prisoner Project. Learn more at https://andrewdeangelo.com Key Takeaways: [1:32] A look back at Andrew's 38 years in cannabis and where he sees the industry heading [7:45] Why corporate cannabis and legacy cannabis need each other and what it will take to build a productive relationship [23:47] Issues with bad public policy and "NIMBYism" at the local level in cannabis-legal states [30:04] Andrew's work with Last Prisoner Project, a nonprofit leading the charge in cannabis criminal justice reform

Despite a global pandemic, cannabis is one of the few industries that has grown throughout 2020 and 2021 — and that’s nothing compared to the gangbuster growth expected through 2025. Here to tell us more is Chris Walsh, President and CEO of Marijuana Business Daily. Learn more at https://mjbizdaily.com Key Takeaways: [1:05] An inside look at Marijuana Business Daily, the most trusted business news outlet for professionals in the cannabis industry [1:41] Chris’ background in business journalism and how he came to be CEO of Marijuana Business Daily [4:04] How cannabis regulations have changed over the last five years and what that could mean for the industry going forward [7:36] Surprising reasons cannabis managed to survive and adapt during Covid-19 [10:51] Why cannabis retail sales could double to put the industry at a 38 to 45 billion valuation by 2025 [13:23] Aspects of the market Chris believes investors and business owners might be underestimating [17:14] Surprising new trends that are quietly taking hold

As the push for recreational cannabis picks up steam in southern states, one company is working hard to make sure brands are primed and ready to get out on top. Here to tell us more is Brittany Phillips of Shake Collaboration. Learn more at https://www.shakecolab.com Use promo code "CANNAINSIDER" to get 25% off your entire order at shopcbdandme.com  Key Takeaways: [1:24] An inside look at Shake Brands, a southern-based cannabis branding and product development company [3:07] Brittany's background in design and what led her to enter the cannabis space [8:40] How Shake Brands is different from other full-service groups [13:56] The biggest pain points for cannabis startups right now and how to navigate them [17:39] How to develop a strong visual identity despite restrictions on language and advertising [19:27] How federal legalization will impact cannabis branding [20:53] Shake Brands' new Arkansas-based CBD and wellness company, CBD & Me [26:56] Trending cannabis products in AR and other southern states rig

A long-debated bill establishing new hemp rules just gained final approval in California, ​​but what does this mean for the market and how should we prepare? Here to help us answer that is Jeffrey Welsh, Partner at Vicente Sederberg & co-founder of Composite Agency.  Learn more at https://vicentesederberg.com  Key Takeaways: [1:37] An inside look at Vicente Sederberg, one of the largest cannabis law firms in the US [4:56] Jeffrey's decorated background in entertainment and how he came to join Vicente Sederberg [12:04] Emerging growth opportunities in entertainment and cannabis [16:46] How celebrity brands could help destigmatize cannabis and draw in more consumers [21:57] The Trailer Bill and what this means for California's cannabis industry [25:41] Assembly Bill 45 and the end of prohibition on smokable hemp in California

As new studies shed light on the benefits of these powerful plant compounds, terpenes could become the biggest thing in wellness since CBD. Here to tell us more is Kevin Koby, co-founder and Chief Science Officer of Abstrax Tech. Learn more at https://abstraxtech.com  Key Takeaways: [1:03] Kevin's background in chemistry and how he came to start Abstrax [1:55] An inside look at Abstrax Tech, the leading innovator in terpene sensorial experience [2:44] A breakdown of terpenes and how this segment has evolved over the last couple of years [4:44] How terpenes enhance the flavor and effects of cannabis through the entourage effect [6:51] Abstrax's Type 7 licensed lab testing versus standard cannabis testing [10:50] Exciting takeaways from Abstrax's "Man vs. Machine" experiment with Max Montrose [14:02] How Abstrax's terpene research is taking cannabis to new heights [17:07] Abstrax's terpene infusion products and the biggest trends Kevin sees among wholesale clients [20:32] Where Kevin sees the terpene market hea

With the demand for cannabis testing services on the rise, one company has found a way to provide top-tier equipment at a quarter of the price. Here to tell us more is Yvette Pagano of GenTech Scientific, a supplier of quality refurbished laboratory equipment for the cannabis industry.  Learn more at https://gentechscientific.com  GenTech's $25K for 25 Years Giveaway: https://gentechscientific.com/25000-for-25-years Key Takeaways: [1:14] An inside look at GenTech Scientific [1:52] Yvette's background in manufacturing and how she came to enter the cannabis space [7:18] GenTech's biggest customers in cannabis and the company's wide selection of lab instruments [10:26] Where GenTech sources its equipment [12:48] How GenTech is able to save clients up to 70% on top tier lab equipment [17:50] The first steps to starting a cannabis lab  [20:48] GenTech's training and education programs for cannabis labs [25:20] Where Yvette sees the cannabis testing market heading over the next few years

While not the most traditional path, equity crowdfunding can be a great way for cannabis brands to raise capital - but only if know what you’re doing. Here to walk us through how she’s successfully crowdfunding her CBD wellness brand is co-founder and CEO of Element Apothec Davina Kaonohi.  Learn more at https://elementapothec.com  Key Takeaways: [1:05] Davina's background in e-commerce and how she came to start Element Apothec [5:49] How Davina took inspiration from her aunt's homemade tinctures to formulate Element's CBD products [7:48] Why Davina turned to equity crowdfunding and how she's successfully targeting investors [11:36] Equity crowdfunding vs traditional crowdfunding [13:38] How to create a killer marketing campaign through storytelling [17:54] Element's efforts to bring transparency to CBD and do away with sketchy "proprietary blends"  [24:04] Davina's goals to grow Element's product selection and expand the company over the next few years [26:02] Where Davina sees the CBD skincare space heading

What types of businesses are cannabis venture capitalists willing to fund, and how can you make yours one of them? Here to answer that question is Ross O'Brien of Bonaventure Equity. Learn more at https://www.bvequity.com  Key Takeaways: [00:57] An inside look at Bonaventure Equity, a boutique venture capital firm focused on early-stage investments in the cannabis space [1:54] Ross' background and how he came to start Bonaventure [5:35] The two-step process Ross follows when choosing which companies to invest in [9:22] Ross' portfolio of investments in cannabis to date, from research and development to health tech  [11:55] Attributes that Ross looks for in a company founder [13:43] Ross' advice to entrepreneurs looking to raise capital  [23:13] Common mistakes people make when putting together a pitch deck and how to avoid them [25:58] Exciting developments in the cannabis healthcare space and where Ross sees it heading over the next 3-5 years

After earning a spot on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list in 2018, Scott Sundvor left a decorated career in the medical device industry to start a new venture in cannabis. In just three years, Space Coyote has become one of the top extract-infused pre-roll brands in all of California. Hear how he did it in this episode of CannaInsider. Learn more at https://www.spacecoyote.org  Key Takeaways: [1:02] An inside look at Space Coyote, one of the best-selling high potency preroll brands in California [1:46] Scott's background in the medical device industry and how he came to start Space Coyote [12:32] Differences between Space Coyote's high potency infused pre-rolls and other pre-rolls on the market [16:15] What customers are saying about Space Coyote [17:26] How the company has developed strong brand loyalty through experiential events [21:26] The pros and cons of a fully remote cannabis brand and how that influences work culture and performance [25:27] Why Scott believes cannabis is an "infinite game" [28:41] Space Co