Javier Hasse
VIP Contributor
cannabis, biotech and entrepreneurship reporter
Javier Hasse is the author of Start Your Own Cannabis Business (Entrepreneur Press 2018) as well as a writer and reporter with a focus on the cannabis and small-cap biotech industries and an advocate of marijuana legalization. He has had more than 4,500 articles published on a variety of mass media outlets including Playboy, CNBC High Times, Leafly, Benzinga, The Wall Street Journal's MarketWatch, Yahoo! News, Yahoo! Finance, CNN Money, MSN Money, Nasdaq, Morningstar, Microsoft, FOX Business, Investing Channel and many others.
More From Javier Hasse
Scaling
How to Scale Your Cannabis Business in 4 Steps
Congratulations, you're past the start-up stage. Here's what you need to do to make sure your business stays in business.
News and Trends
How Canada's Marijuana Legalization Changes the Game
Experts weigh in on the global significance of this landmark decision.
Starting a Business
3 Challenges You're Likely To Face Once You Open for Business
Cannabis startups come with their own unique set of hurdles. Avoid them by following these tips.
Marketing
How To Navigate the Murky Waters of Cannabis Marketing
Getting the word out about your business may be tricky, since many of the traditional marketing and advertising channels aren't yet fully available to the industry. Find out what you can do to spread...
Canada
What Canada's Legalization of Marijuana Means to the US, Eh
The landmark decision may cause a seismic shift in the industry. How will it affect your business?
Brick and Mortar
Do These Things Before Opening Your Doors for Business
Helpful tips for a soft launching your brick-and-mortar cannabis store
Cannabis
Branding Your Business and Crafting Your Story in the Cannabis Industry
Learn the essentials about getting your business ready for its market debut.
News and Trends
Celebs Explain Why They're In The Canna-Business
Going green isn't just about earning green.
Raising Money
How To Convince Cannabis Investors to Give You Money
Top cannabis fund managers share six traits they look for in budding marijuana entrepreneurs.
Cannabis
How My Cannabis Poem Landed on 8 Billboard Charts
A pitch letter to Lin-Manuel Miranda ends up on a hip hop record.
Start Your Own Cannabis Business
Is Your Cannabis Business Properly Licensed?
Find out which licenses you need to stay on the right side of the law.
Start Your Own Cannabis Business
How to Finance Your Cannabis Business Without Relying on Friends and Family
Looking to raise cash for your startup? With most banks out of the picture, find out what your realistic financing options are.
Business Plans
Why the Mission Statement and Business Plan for a Cannabis Business Are Unique
Find out what special considerations you must take into account when creating a mission statement and business plan for your cannabis business.
Cannabis
The 3 Factors That Could Determine Your Success in the Cannabis Industry
Be sure to look into your skill set, the competitive landscape and your potential location before jumping in feet first.
Starting a Business
To Touch the Plant or Not: What Type of Cannabis Business Should You Start?
Get the info you need to decide if you want to open a business that cultivates, sells or handles marijuana, or if you'd rather open an auxiliary business, like a software company or advisory firm.
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