Entrepreneurs

A 'Wake-Up Call' For The Cannabis Industry - Q&A With Mimi Lam of Superette

"I am proud to be a person of colour in cannabis, but this is an industry that is far from equal or just," says Mimi Lam of Superette.

Ophelia Chong | 4 min read

Cannabusiness

For This Cancer Survivor-Turned-Cannabis Delivery Driver, A Story Of Triumph

A courageous driver shares her advice for those who are considering entering the in-demand role.

Lindsey Bartlett | 9 min read

Entrepreneurs

20 Outstanding Black And Latinx Men Leading Change In Cannabis

The change we need is coming, and these entrepreneurs in the cannabis space prove it.

Dasheeda D. Dawson | 8 min read

Entrepreneurs

How Brands Can Pivot, Create A Strong Equality Culture - Q&A with James Choe

James Choe, the CEO of cannabis technology producer Vessel Brand, offers sage advice for entrepreneurs in the cannabis space in this exclusive interview with Ophelia Chong of AACE.

Ophelia Chong | 11 min read

Entrepreneurs

The History Of Medicinal Cannabis Use - Q&A With Dr. Tim Shu Of VETCBD

In this series, Ophelia Chong, co-founder of Asian Americans for Cannabis Education, mines critical advice from the most powerful Asian American entrepreneurs in the cannabis space today.

Ophelia Chong | 7 min read

Advice

5 Lessons Learned In 5 Years Of Cannabis Legalization

We have many more hurdles to jump, but here a few key things we can understand from marijuana legalization up to this point.

Mike Sassano | 5 min read

Philanthropy

How A Farmer And A Felon Are Trying To Bring Justice To Cannabis

A new brand is offering a portion of its profits to help free people incarcerated for nonviolent crimes.

Lindsey Bartlett | 15 min read

Advice

'The Industry Will Catapult Forward At Light-Speed' - Q&A With Collin Lam of Curaleaf

In this series, Ophelia Chong, co-founder of Asian Americans for Cannabis Education, mines critical advice from the most powerful Asian American entrepreneurs in the cannabis space today.

Ophelia Chong | 4 min read

Cannabusiness

10 Tips For US Cannabis Businesses Facing An Economic Downturn

In an industry that's already subject to greater federal, state, and local scrutiny, these concepts can serve as a guide for those seeking to relieve their financial stress.

Phil Silverman | 5 min read

Women In Green

So You Want To Open A CBD Store? Read This First

Arianna Zadourian opened Pure CBD in 2018. This is what she's learned.

Jonathan Small | 5 min read

Q&As

This Is How You Turn A Social Equity Grant Into A Thriving Business

Jessie Grundy, CEO of Peakz, saw a big opportunity in the Oakland cannabis market and seized it.

Sean Cooley | 7 min read

Ganjapreneur

Blazing Sadlers: The Incredible True Story Of A Cannabis Family

Meet the family that built their $68 million cannabis empire off the money they made selling two used dirt bikes on Craig's List

Jonathan Small | 9 min read

Starting a Business

The 35 Most Influential Women In Cannabis

We celebrate the female entrepreneurs who are changing the game in 2020.

Sean Cooley, Lindsey Bartlett, Jonathan Small | 15+ min read

Advice

10 Entrepreneurs Best Advice Their Mom Ever Gave Them

In honor of Mother's Day, influential entrepreneurs in the cannabis space and beyond gift us with some advice from their Moms. Take note.

Lindsey Bartlett | 5 min read

Podcast

How BigMike Conquered The Cannabis Business

On the Green Entrepreneur Podcast, BigMike shares how he built his impressive agricultural company and what his charity is doing to help those affected by the pandemic.

Jonathan Small | 12 min read