Benzinga Cannabis Market Spotlight

Corvain Cooper, co-founder of the social initiative and cannabis brand 40 Tons, has a story marked by injustice and redemption. "Trump, in his last two minutes in office, gave me clemency and I got my life back," says Cooper, who went from facing life imprisonment for allegedly transporting 40 tons...

Speaking at the Benzinga Cannabis Market Spotlight in Anaheim this week, Kyle Kazan, CEO of Glass House Brands (OTC:GLASF), delivered a candid assessment of California’s cannabis industry and shared his strategic outlook on federal cannabis policy.  Kazan, a prominent voice in the industry,...

First, Claudia Post oversaw the safe delivery of eyeballs, kidneys and other organs. Today? Her specialty is cannabis. Most recently, she launched Scarlet Express with financial backing from Ben Sopranzetti, vice chair of the Department of Finance and Economics at Rutgers Business School. The...

The adage “location, location, location” isn’t just something company bosses say when scouting real estate — especially in the cannabis sector. Picking the right space to grow, cultivate, sell and move products can make or break a brand. And for Verano Holdings Corp. (OTCQX:VRNOF...

Canadian cannabis producer and distributor Entourage Health Corp. (TSXV:ENTG) (OTCQX:ETRGF) (FSE: 4WE), announced its financial results this week for the fiscal year that ended Dec. 31, 2023. The Toronto-based company reported a total net revenue of CA$40.7 million ($29.8 million) in 2023, slightly...

The Las Vegas-based cannabis giant Planet 13 Holdings Inc. (CSE:PLTH) (OTCQX:PLNH) is a step closer to a major expansion in Florida. What Happened The Florida Office of Medical Marijuana Use (OMMU) gave the green light to Planet 13 for the proposed sale of Planet 13 Florida, Inc. and the...

Decibel Cannabis Company Inc. (TSXV:DB) (OTCQB:DBCCF) reported its audited financial results on Monday for the three and twelve month periods ending Dec. 31, 2023. The Alberta-based company said it saw a record net revenue of CA$116 million ($84.8 million) in 2023, an increase of 46% over 2022....

The Benzinga Cannabis Market Spotlight event ended with a panel discussion featuring Alexa Alianiello, the head of cannabis at X, formally known as Twitter; Wendy Berger of Green Thumb Industries‘ board and Emily Paxhia, co-founder of Poseidon. These prominent women delved into the current...

As California’s cannabis industry grows, industry leaders like Kyle Kazan‘s experiences are priceless for understanding this market’s unique challenges and opportunities. At the Benzinga Cannabis Market Spotlight: California on Thursday, Kazan, CEO of Glass House Brands, shared...

Tiffany Chin‘s story reads like a script from Hollywood to high-quality hemp. Swapping the entertainment industry for the cannabis scene, she’s taken the reins as CEO at Death Row Cannabis, blending boldness and business smarts. Make sure to catch her at the upcoming speaker at the ...

Morgan Paxhia is a visionary in the cannabis investment realm, and his journey from a traditional finance background to leading a cannabis investment firm is nothing short of fascinating. As the co-founder and managing partner of Poseidon Investment Management, he has played a crucial role in...

As we blaze into 2024, the cannabis industry is set to light up with exciting events. From exclusive conferences to expansive expos, here’s your ultimate guide to the top 24 cannabis events of the year. Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference When & Where: Hollywood, Florida, April 16-17,...