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'Struggle, Resiliency And A Positive Future': The Road Ahead for California's Cannabis Market
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 4:57pm | 395Jeff Levers, co-founder of Beard Bros Pharms, shared candid insights into the challenges and potential of California's cannabis industry at the recent Benzinga Cannabis Market Spotlight: California event in Anaheim. He described the industry in three words: "struggle, resiliency and a positive...
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Green Check Verified CEO To Talk Cannabis Banking Revolution On Heels Of $6M Funding Round
Thursday, February 29, 2024 - 5:35pm | 430Kevin Hart has guided Green Check Verified through a year of remarkable growth. The founder and CEO established the company as a leader in banking solutions for the cannabis industry. With over 8,800 businesses now using its platform, Green Check Verified has seen a 131% increase in its user base,...
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EXCLUSIVE: Shifting Public Perception Of Cannabis Industry, AI's Role, More Insights From Market Leaders
Monday, February 26, 2024 - 8:29pm | 992The 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...
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EXCLUSIVE: Cannabis CEO Accuses Legal Marijuana Companies Of Funneling Millions Of Pounds Of Weed Into Illicit Market
Friday, February 23, 2024 - 3:18pm | 657Elliot Lewis, CEO of retail chain Catalyst Cannabis Co., told the crowd at the Benzinga Cannabis Market Spotlight: California in a stormy speech Thursday that legit cannabis companies are diverting enormous amounts of weed product to the illicit market and says he has the numbers to prove...
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PaperPlanes CEO Charts Profitable Course Amid California Cannabis Quakes
Tuesday, February 20, 2024 - 3:23pm | 642Paul Weiss, CEO of PaperPlanes, is shaping a future for the California-based premium cannabis concentrates brand known for its exceptional product range since 2012. The brand’s journey from a smaller unknown player to a market leader is marked by its commitment to quality and innovation....
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Crowe LLP's Expertise Helps Clients Make Smart Decisions In Ever-Evolving Cannabis Industry
Tuesday, February 20, 2024 - 1:13pm | 609The cannabis industry has seen tremendous growth in recent years, with more individuals, entrepreneurs, and organizations joining the industry. As a way of celebrating the outstanding contributions of these players, Benzinga is set to have Tiffany Richardson, a tax managing partner at Crowe LLP,...
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Ultranative Founder: Psychedelics And Cannabis As 'Vital Medicines'
Friday, February 16, 2024 - 3:52pm | 556Ultranative CEO Ford Smith‘s story is not just about entrepreneurial success. It’s a narrative that intertwines personal healing with environmental and societal well-being. But Smith’s journey from an investor in Los Angeles to a leading figure in the regenerative hemp market and...
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The Queen Of Marijuana Investing Used Psychology To Launch Her Successful Cannabis Investment Fund
Wednesday, February 14, 2024 - 1:14pm | 768"Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn." Benjamin Franklin When it comes to the cannabis industry, one of the best ways to get involved is to join the Benzinga Cannabis Market Spotlight: California event on February 22 in Culver City, California, where you...
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'Investors In Cannabis And Other Markets All Look For These Three Things:' CFO Spills The Tea
Tuesday, February 13, 2024 - 6:19pm | 514Mark Collins, the CFO of Grupo Flor and upcoming speaker at the Benzinga Cannabis Market Spotlight: California event, brings a fresh mindset to the financial challenges and opportunities within the cannabis industry. His focus on open communication and stakeholder engagement has set a new standard...
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EXCLUSIVE: 40 Tons Founder Says Cannabis Company 'A Force For Social Change'
Monday, February 12, 2024 - 9:59pm | 532At the heart of 40 Tons, a cannabis brand co-founded by Anthony Alegrete, lies a mission beyond selling products. Alegrete, a former cannabis prisoner turned executive and upcoming speaker at the Benzinga Cannabis Market Spotlight: California event, intertwines social justice with business,...
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Cannabis Beverage Brand Cann's Pledge To Partygoers: 'No Hangovers Here'
Monday, February 12, 2024 - 6:18pm | 547In a market flooded with traditional beverages, Luke Anderson, alongside his co-founder, has taken a bold step with Cann. This isn’t just another drink; it’s a movement towards a new way of socializing, says Anderson. “Our goal was to make cannabis beverages relevant by making...
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Why One California Cannabis Exec Thinks 'A Life Of Wellness Leads To Happiness And Connection' - And How He Plans To Bring This To Thailand
Thursday, February 8, 2024 - 11:21am | 687Cameron Clarke is a name quickly gaining recognition in the emerging cannabis industry. He is the co-founder and CEO of Sunderstorm Inc., a leading player in the industry widely known for its excellence and innovative products. Clarke is also set to speak at the upcoming Benzinga Cannabis Market...
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California's Premier Cannabis Event: Benzinga's Market Spotlight Hits Los Angeles!
Wednesday, February 7, 2024 - 1:09pm | 503Get ready to experience the ultimate cannabis industry event in the heart of Southern California! Benzinga Cannabis Conferences are coming back with a bang. Mark your calendars for Thursday, February 22, 2024, as Culver City’s BioScience LA is all set to transform into the venue for the ...
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Profit Meets Purpose: Inside The Mind Of A Cannabis Pioneer
Friday, February 2, 2024 - 6:18pm | 513Lauren Carpenter‘s story uniquely encapsulates the spirit of modern entrepreneurship, blending passion with a purpose that transcends profit. As the co-founder and CEO of Embarc, Carpenter has not just built a company; she’s created a place where cannabis culture crosses with community...
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Legacy Operators Drive 'Quality And Innovation' In Cannabis Market, Says Industry Leader: How Tech Meets Tradition In California's Booming Weed Sector
Wednesday, January 31, 2024 - 2:13pm | 447In the green fields of California’s cannabis industry, Aaron Selverston stands tall, a creative driving change with a mix of passion and pragmatism. Selverston is just one of many speakers who will be at Benzinga Cannabis Market Spotlight: California and as the VP of corporate development...