Join Karson Humiston from Vangst, the cannabis industry's end to end HR technology platform, for conversations with the people behind the cannabis industry. Each week, Karson will interview cannabis industry employees ranging from entry level to executive, to hear their story and learn why they are so #proudtoworkincannabis. Produced by PodConx
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Raw, inspiring and real conversations with women leading the worldwide cannabis industry. Learn what it takes to create a successful business, change policy, fight stigma and thrive as a woman in a male dominated environment. The emerging economy provides women an unprecedented opportunity to build an inclusive, diverse, equitable and just industry from the ground up, but we can’t do it alone. Through conversations with women on the front lines we’ll weave the threads of unity necessary for ...
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Empowering Teams and Changing Lives: John Pennington's Vision for Proper Cannabis
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31:28Navigating the Missouri Cannabis Market with John Pennington After a brief hiatus, Karson Humiston returns with an engaging conversation with John Pennington, the co-founder and CEO of Proper Cannabis in Missouri. John shared his early entrepreneurial spirit, from shoveling driveways as a kid to running a business in high school and college. His tr…
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Green Growth: Unpacking the 2024 Cannabis Jobs Report with Industry Experts
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30:00State of Cannabis Employment: A Deep Dive into the 2024 Jobs Report Karson Humiston discuss the release of the Vangst annual cannabis industry 2024 jobs report with Bruce Barcott, a seasoned writer in the cannabis space, and Beau Whitney, the chief economist at Whitney Economics. The trio share insights into the current state of cannabis employment…
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The King Of Cones - Bryan Gerber, Co-founder & CEO of Hemper
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28:39Crafting the Perfect Smoke: Inside the World of Cannabis Accessories with Bryan Gerber Karson Humiston welcomes Bryan Gerber, co-founder and CEO, of Hemper and Hara Supply, also known as the "King of Cones." The nickname stems from a Forbes article that highlighted Bryan's success in building a $75 million pre-roll empire. Both Karson and Bryan rem…
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Pioneering the Cannabis Beverage Market With Luke Anderson From Cann
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49:18Behind the Scenes of Cann Beverage: From Startup Struggles to Market Dominance Karson Humiston is joined by Luke Anderson, co-founder of Cann, where he discusses the journey of founding and growing the company. Initially, Luke reflects on the early days of Cann, highlighting the challenges and milestones of launching a microdose THC beverage in Cal…
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Aaron Miles Talks Cannabis: The Road to Verano and the Future of MSOs
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33:29"Navigating Highs and Lows with Aaron Miles: Verano's Investment Strategy Unveiled" In the latest episode of the "Proud to Work in Cannabis" podcast, listeners were treated to an engaging and insightful conversation with Aaron Miles, the Chief Investment Officer at Verano. Aaron talks to Karson Humiston about his unexpected journey into the cannabi…
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From Closet Grows to Corporate Success: The Evolution of Clade9 with Dave Holmes
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27:27"Navigating the Wild West of California Cannabis: A Founder's Journey" Live from MJBizCon 2023 in Las Vegas, Karson Humiston is joined by Dave Holmes, founder and CEO of Clade9. The conversation kicks off with a candid discussion about Dave's early exposure to cannabis, starting from a young age due to his older brother's involvement in selling wee…
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The Art of Distribution in the Cannabis Industry with Jason Vegotsky, Founder and CEO of Petalfast
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29:20Petalfast and the Evolution of Cannabis Distribution: A Conversation with Jason Vegotsky In this episode, CEO of Vangst, Karson Humiston, had the pleasure of sitting down with Jason Vegotsky, the visionary founder of Petalfast, a company that's revolutionizing the cannabis distribution landscape. Jason's journey is a fascinating one, and he shared …
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Navigating the Cannabis Industry: Insights from CannaDataCon with Ian Dominguez
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33:22From Challenges to Opportunities: Unpacking the Cannabis Market with Delta Emerald Ventures Karson Humiston reflects on the recent CannaDataCon conference with the show's organizer, Ian Dominguez, the founder and chief investment officer at Delta Emerald Ventures. The conference, held in Miami, aimed to address the repetitive nature of cannabis con…
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Ascend Wellness Co-Founder Frank Perullo on the Evolution of the Cannabis Industry
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22:43Navigating the Highs and Lows of Cannabis Business with Frank Perullo Broadcasting live from MJ BizCon in Las Vegas, Karson Humiston had the pleasure of sitting down with Frank Perullo, the co-founder of Ascend Wellness, a name that's become synonymous with success in the cannabis industry. They dove into a rich conversation about the evolution of …
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"From Columbia Care to The Cannabist: A Conversation with Nick Vita"
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34:59"Building a Cannabis Business: Persistence, Leadership, and the Rebrand" Karson Humiston is live from MJBizCon in Las Vegas with and guest Nick Vita, co-founder and CEO of The Cannabist Company (formerly known as Columbia Care), to discuss the journey of building a successful cannabis business. They delve into topics such as the challenges faced in…
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The Making of a Cannabis Pioneer: Jason Wild's Transition from Pharmacist to Chairman
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28:41Building a Cannabis Giant: Jason's Leap from Pharma to Pot In this episode of the Proud to Work in Cannabis podcast, host and fellow entrepreneur, Karson Humiston, sits down with Jason Wild, the chairman of TerrAscend one of the large publicly traded company in the cannabis industry. The episode is recorded live from MJBizCon in Las Vegas, Nevada. …
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“Historic Shift - Cannabis Rescheduling Possibility Explained”
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53:59The National Cannabis Roundtable Discusses Historic Recommendation to Reschedule Cannabis The team from the National Cannabis Roundtable (NCR) joins the Karson Humiston to discuss the recent historic recommendation to reschedule cannabis from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3. The episode begins with an overview of the background and context of the recommen…
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Overcoming Challenges and Building a Scrappy Culture: Insights from the CEO of Curaleaf
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22:40From Assistant Store Manager to CEO: The Journey of Matt Darin in the Cannabis Industry In this episode of the "Proud to Work in Cannabis" podcast, Karson Humiston had the pleasure of interviewing Matt Darin, the CEO of Curaleaf, the largest public cannabis company in the United States. They recorded this episode live at MJBizCon, one of the bigges…
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Exclusive Announcement: Vangst and Cannabis Business Office Launch Game-Changing Program
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23:54Vangst Partners with the Cannabis Business Office to Launch a Technical Assistance Program In this episode, Karson Humiston announces a breaking partnership between Vangst and the Cannabis Business Office to launch a new program. Karson is joined by Emma Howard, the program manager of the Cannabis Business Office, and Tristan Watkins, the Deputy Di…
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"Opening Urban Weeds: A Journey into New York's Cannabis Market"
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40:20"Creating Economic Mobility in Low-Income Communities: The Urban Upbound Model" In this episode of the Proud to Work in Cannabis podcast, Karson Humiston is joined by Bishop Mitchell Taylor, the co-founder and CEO of Urban Upbound. They discuss the journey of Urban Upbound, a nonprofit organization dedicated to breaking cycles of poverty in public …
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Mastering MJBizCon: Insider Tips for Cannabis Success in 2023 and Beyond
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22:56Setting the Stage for MJBizCon 2023: Insider Tips with Jess Tyler Discover the insider insights you need for MJBizCon 2023 with Jess Tyler, Chief Revenue & Experience Officer at MJBiz, and host Karson Humiston, CEO & Founder of Vangst’s. Uncover expert tips on navigating the event, including dos, don'ts, and must-see features. Don't miss out on thi…
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PuffCo's Success: Chelsea Kossower's Journey from Employee #1
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39:44How Chelsea Kossower Became PuffCo’s VP of Global Expansion Dive into the extraordinary journey of PuffCo's success with Chelsea Kossower, who started as Employee #1. From humble beginnings to global expansion, Chelsea's story is a testament to dedication and innovation. Hosted by Karson Humiston, join us for an inspiring adventure in the cannabis …
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Lessons learned while working for a startup. Meet Claire Moloney, the first woman to work in cannabis tech and the first employee at LeafLink. Claire joins Karson Humiston to share her story and discuss her journey as LeafLink's first hire and all of the lessons she has learned along the way. Claire shares advice for other women looking to break in…
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The Road to $100 Million: Delta-8’s Booming ECommerce Business Unlocked
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31:11Unlocking $100 Million Success in Cannabis with Mood CEO David Charles Embark on a thrilling journey with David Charles as he reveals the incredible ascent of Mood, a Delta-8 cannabis ECommerce powerhouse set to achieve a remarkable $100 million in revenue. Join host Karson Humiston, CEO & Founder of Vangst’s in unraveling the secrets behind Mood's…
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Cannabis Legislation Unveiled: What's in Store for the Rest of 2023?
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34:34Charting a New Course: Cannabis Legislation's Future Unveiled Explore the future of cannabis legislation with Saphira Galoob, Executive Director of the National Cannabis Roundtable and host Karson Humiston, CEO & Founder of Vangst’s. From the recent strides made in SAFE Banking to the potential impact of cannabis rescheduling; discover the key insi…
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Cannabis Culture & Leadership: Uncovering the Cannabis Industry’s High Turnover Rates with Christine Hogdon
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40:33Unlocking the Cannabis Industry's Secrets with Christine Hogdon Dive into the intriguing world of cannabis with Christine Hogdon, COO of Highway Cannabis, as she joins host Karson Humiston the CEO of Vangst. Discover the hidden secrets behind the high turnover rates in the cannabis industry. Gain insights into leadership, culture, and the journey o…
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James Whitcomb: The Visionary Leading Cannabis Insurance Innovation in 2023
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35:31Hear from the Founder & CEO of Frontier Risk, the sole cannabis technology firm to secure VC funding in 2023. Step into the future of cannabis insurance with James Whitcomb, Founder & CEO of Frontier Risk, in this episode hosted by Karson Humiston the CEO of Vangst. Explore how Frontier Risk is reshaping the industry, tackling issues like limited c…
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"Navigating the Green Maze: Cannabis Accounting and Funding" Kyra Reed discusses the challenges women face when raising money in the cannabis industry. Megan Budd from Withum, a seasoned accountant with a focus on healthcare, nonprofits, and cannabis, shares her journey into the cannabis sector and highlights the unique accounting complexities in t…
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Diana Eberlein | Cannabis Beverage Association | Sorse Technology
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39:38"Pouring Potential: Unleashing the Magic of Cannabis Beverages" The President and chair of the Cannabis Beverage Association and VP of Marketing & Business Development Sorse Technology, Diana Eberlein, joins Kyra Reed to discuss the often overlooked category of cannabis beverages and her passion for changing that. She shares her personal journey of…
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From Schedule I to Schedule III: Looking Into the Cannabis Crystal Ball
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40:56Cannabis Rescheduling: Economic Boom or Bust? Expert Insights Revealed! Host Karson Humiston the CEO of Vangst, dives into the Health and Human Services’ recent letter to the DEA recommending that cannabis gets reschedule to Schedule III with cannabis industry experts Jeremy Berke Founder, CEO & Chief Editor at Cultivated News, and Beau Whitney, Ch…
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From Battlefields to Buds: Socrates Rosenfeld's Journey to Becoming the Brains Behind Jane
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45:38Cannabis Trailblazer: Soc's Journey from Military to Jane Technologies Karson Humiston the CEO of Vangst, delves into Socrates Rosenfeld's remarkable odyssey from military service, where he flew Apache helicopters, to becoming the visionary force behind Jane Technologies in the cannabis industry. Discover how Socrates's journey unfolds, blending mi…
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Unlocking Flowhub’s Profitable Success: A Journey of Growing, Innovating & Adapting
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46:21A Milestone Episode with Kyle Sherman, CEO & Founder of FlowHub Join host Karson Humiston the CEO of Vangst, as she celebrates 50 episodes, featuring special guest, Kyle Sherman, CEO & Founder of FlowHub. Journey through FlowHub's evolution, challenges, and triumphs as a pioneering cannabis tech company. Explore how Kyle's visionary leadership tran…
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Sara Gullickson | Cannabis Business Advisors
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35:18"Empowering Women in the Evolving Landscape of Cannabis Funding" In the fast-growing Arizona cannabis industry, Sara Gullickson, CEO of Cannabis Business Advisors, is a trailblazer for women. She joins Kyra Reed to shares insights on navigating the challenges of raising capital for women in the cannabis sector. Sara emphasizes the importance of sol…
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Inside Miss Grass: Building a Powerhouse Cannabis Brand
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32:48Unveiling Miss Grass: A Cannabis Brand Journey with Kate Miller Dive into the captivating journey of Kate Miller, CEO & Founder of Miss Grass, as she unveils the secrets behind building a powerhouse cannabis brand. Discover her evolution, community empowerment, fundraising tactics, and more. Don't miss this insightful podcast episode with host Kars…
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From Seed to Ashtray: Inside GlassHouse's Journey to Revolutionize Cannabis
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39:22Inside GlassHouse's Cannabis Revolution: A Journey from Seed to Ashtray Uncover the remarkable journey of Graham Farrar, President & Chief Cannabis Officer at GlassHouse, as he shares insights with host Karson Humiston. Join the cannabis industry's evolution, unity, and transformative strides. Tune in and be part of the thriving cannabis community!…
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The Martha Stewart of Edibles: Nancy Whiteman's Journey to Cannabis Success
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39:56Learn 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 futur…
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From Debt Woes to Dollar Gains: Meet the Pioneer of Cannabis Collections
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34:39The Story of How Brett Gelfand is Making Debt Collections Cool Join host Karson Humiston in a captivating episode with Brett Gelfand, Founder & Managing Partner at CannaBIZ Collects, the first-ever full-service collections agency devoted to the cannabis industry. Discover how Brett's entrepreneurial journey paved the way for innovative debt collect…
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The Roadblocks to Progress: How 280E is Crushing Cannabis Businesses
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34:51Karson Humiston the CEO of Vangst, hosts an eye-opening episode featuring Beau Whitney, Chief Economist at Whitney Economics, and Jeremy Berke, Founder of Cultivated News. They delve into the detrimental effects of 280E on the cannabis industry, discussing the challenges faced by businesses and the urgent need for federal taxation reform. Discover …
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Sisters Leading the Way: Curio Wellness & the Maryland Adult-Use Cannabis Market
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49:01Discover the inspiring journey of Wendy Bronfein and Rebecca Bronfein Raphael, the sisters behind Curio Wellness, as they share their success story in the Maryland cannabis market, including their instrumental role in the launch of the state's adult-use market. Join them and host Karson Humiston the CEO of Vangst, for an inside look at how these dy…
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Revolutionizing Cannabis Careers: The Game-Changing Program Vangst, the largest recruiting platform in the industry has launched a program to support cannabis careers. Natasha Lannerd, the creator of the program, joins Kyra Reed to discuss her cannabis journey and the need for career advancement in the industry. The program, called Learn, offers tr…
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Inside Ripple: The Cannabis Brand Taking the Market by Storm
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43:13In this captivating episode hosted by Karson Humiston the CEO of Vangst, dive into the success story of Missy Bradley, the Co-Founder and Head of Marketing & Sales at Ripple. Explore how Missy's entrepreneurial spirit propelled Ripple to become a dominant force in the cannabis industry. Gain insights into their innovative products, marketing challe…
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MSO Myths Debunked: Tracy Brady's Guide to Navigating Cannabis Communication in a Rapidly Changing Landscape
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40:48Tracy Brady Sets the Record Straight on Multi-State Operators in Cannabis Tracy Brady, Senior VP of Global Communications at Curaleaf, debunks myths about multi-state operators (MSOs) in the cannabis industry. She joins Karson Humiston the CEO of Vangst to share her journey and emphasizes the power of storytelling. Tracy discusses navigating challe…
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Building a Successful Cannabisa Beverage Brand and Challenges for Women in Cannabis Funding" Lisa Hurwitz, the President and Co-founder of Happi THC Seltzer, joins Kyra Reed to discuss her journey from traditional industries to the cannabis sector and the challenges she faced as a woman in the industry. She highlights the importance of women suppor…
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Surviving the Storm: Todd Harrison's Inspiring Outlook and Industry Insights
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36:38Insights into the Current State of Cannabis From Todd Harrison's Perspective In this episode of Proud to Work in Cannabis, host Karson Humiston interviews Todd Harrison, Founding Partner and Chief Investment Officer at CB1 Management. They discuss Todd's journey into the industry, the Mission [GREEN] campaign, insights into the current state of the…
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Shelly Tallabas | Vivid Integrated Solutions
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44:48The Role of a Chief Revenue Officer in Driving Profitability Shelly Tallabas, the CEO of Vivid Integrated Solutions, joins Kyra Reed to discuss her role as Chief Revenue Officer and the strategies she uses to drive profitability for companies, particularly in the cannabis industry. Shelly shares her background in the food and beverage sector and ho…
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How Charlie Bachtell Built a Cannabis Empire: A Story of Passion and Opportunity
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35:52Unleashing the Power of Cannabis – Charlie Bachtell’s Journey of Social Impact, Entrepreneurship, and Advocacy Join host Karson Humiston, CEO & Founder of Vangst, as she sits down with special guest Charlie Bachtell, CEO & Founder of Cresco Labs. Discover Charlie's inspiring journey into the cannabis industry, his passion for social impact, and his…
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Jana Stolins | Canna Source Pro & Pure Heart LLC
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34:24Exploring the Intersection of Heart and Profitability in the Cannabis Industry Jana Stolins, the founder of Pure Heart LLC and Canna Source Pro LLC, joins Kyra Reed to discuss the importance of leading with an open heart in the cannabis industry. She emphasizes the need for collaboration and responsible business practices while sharing her experien…
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Shifting Perceptions with Michael Johnson CEO of Metrc
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41:50CEO Michael Johnson on shifting perceptions while improving compliance processes. Join Karson Humiston, CEO & Founder of Vangst, in an intriguing conversation with Metrc's CEO, Mike Johnson. Discover how Metrc is transforming compliance, shifting negative perceptions, and becoming a crucial partner for cannabis businesses. Gain valuable insights in…
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From the 'Oh Fs' to Success: Building a Leading Cannabis Brand with Peter Barsoom
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47:50Changing the Game – How 1906 is Redefining the Cannabis Industry Join Peter Barsoom,, CEO & Founder of 1906, as he walks through the groundbreaking journey of building one of the cannabis industry’s fastest growing edibles companies. With host Karson Humiston, this episode of Proud to Work in Cannabis is filled with insight into building one of the…
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"From Dropout to Cannabis Entrepreneur: Salwa Ibrahim's Journey in the Cannabis Industry" OG cannabis industry pioneer, Salwa Ibrahim, shares her journey from being a college dropout to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the cannabis industry. Her story showcases her resilience and commitment to the cannabis industry. She joins Kyra Reed to talk…
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Inside Native Roots: Transforming Cannabis Retail with Denise DeNardi
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33:45Want to Know How Native Roots Transforms Cannabis Retail? Tune in to This Week's Episode of Proud to Work in Cannabis We’re back with another exciting interview! This week, host Karson Humiston interviews Denise DeNardi, Chief Sales Officer at Native Roots Cannabis Co. Denise shares her journey into the cannabis industry, discusses transforming ret…
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A Discussion on Science, Healthcare, and Fundraising Caitlin Krebs, the co-founder and CEO of Nalu Bio talks about her 20 years of experience in the healthcare and life science industry and her passion for building companies at the frontier of science and technology. She joins Kyra Reed to talk about her journey to the cannabis industry and how she…
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"Breaking Barriers: How Nike John Raised Funds for Her Cannabis Business" Nike John, the founder and CEO of The Heritage Club, a Boston-based cannabis dispensary and its nonprofit subsidiary joins Kyra Reed to shares her inspiring funding story. She talks about becoming the youngest dispensary owner in Boston and a role model for her community and …
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Insights from Karan Wadhera, Managing Partner at Casa Verde on Thriving in a Dynamic Business Landscape In this week's episode of Proud to Work in Cannabis, hosted by Karson Humiston, CEO & Founder of Vangst’s, special guest Karan Wadhera, managing partner at Casa Verde, shares his journey from leaving his investment banking job in Asia to becoming…
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From High Stakes to High Investments: Navigating Cannabis Law with Jennifer Fisher
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48:24Jennifer Fisher, Co-Chair of the cannabis practice at Goodwin, a leading law firm in San Francisco, and Vangst’s personal lawyer, joins Karson Humiston. She discusses her background in handling complex cases for highly regulated industries, Jen shares her journey into the cannabis industry and her passion for supporting resilient clients. Learn abo…
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