Running a Business

Want To Quickly Grow Your Cannabis Company's Footprint? Consider Franchising
Cannabusiness

Want To Quickly Grow Your Cannabis Company's Footprint? Consider Franchising

Cannabis and franchising can be a complex marriage because of the federal regulations that handcuff both sectors.
Margaret Jackson | 2 min read
Big Portland Energy - Store Tour of Oregrown
Slideshows

Big Portland Energy - Store Tour of Oregrown

Oregrown's second storefront showcases the state's cannabis and its beloved, natural roots.
Lindsey Bartlett | 4 min read
5 Ways To Reverse The Toxic Workplace Culture Of Cannabis
Company Culture

5 Ways To Reverse The Toxic Workplace Culture Of Cannabis

Workplace safety concerns, unwarranted dismissals, and lack of training are hurting the industry. Here's how to fix it.
Max Simon | 3 min read
It's Always 4:20 In NETA, Massachusetts' Leading Dispensary
Cannabusiness

It's Always 4:20 In NETA, Massachusetts' Leading Dispensary

The dispensary's President told us what makes NETA so innovative, while stressing the importance of compliance and education.
Nick Dimengo | 5 min read
The Business Of Mail-Order Marijuana
Cannabusiness

The Business Of Mail-Order Marijuana

After one year of adult-use sales, Canada's online cannabis stores continue treading water amid tough regulations and illicit competition
Patrick Wagner | 8 min read
Pay To Play: Cannabis Brands Fork Over Cash For Retail Shelf Space
Cannabusiness

Pay To Play: Cannabis Brands Fork Over Cash For Retail Shelf Space

While slotting fees are common among mainstream retailers, many in the cannabis industry are just starting to encounter them.
Margaret Jackson | 6 min read
Legalization Is Coming To Your State. Are You Ready?
Retail Businesses

Legalization Is Coming To Your State. Are You Ready?

Four critical lessons for retailers looking to get into the recreational market.
Chris Melillo | 6 min read
Want Your Cannabis Company To Be Acquired? Do This First.
Surviving the Crash

Want Your Cannabis Company To Be Acquired? Do This First.

Four quick tips to prepare yourself for a clean exit.
Keegan Peterson | 4 min read
4 Proven Strategies For Marketing To The B2B Cannabis Industry
Marketing

4 Proven Strategies For Marketing To The B2B Cannabis Industry

To stand out, your company needs a strategic, thoughtful, and targeted marketing approach.
Taylor R. Haynes | 6 min read
Does Your Budding Cannabis Business Have the Right Insurance?
Insurance

Does Your Budding Cannabis Business Have the Right Insurance?

From ancillary to plant-touching businesses alike, here are some of your insurance questions answered.
Max Meade | 4 min read
How California's Cannabis Industry Wound Up In Crisis Mode After 2 Years
Market Research

How California's Cannabis Industry Wound Up In Crisis Mode After 2 Years

Local bans along with high taxes have combined to create challenges for the state's legal market.
John Schroyer | 6 min read
5 Smart Ways To Retain Your Customers
Customer Engagement

5 Smart Ways To Retain Your Customers

It comes down to two simple words: Loyalty programs
Jeffrey Harris | 5 min read
Think You May Have To Lay Off Cannabis Employees? There Are Ways To Avoid It
Cannabusiness

Think You May Have To Lay Off Cannabis Employees? There Are Ways To Avoid It

Here's how to remain operating your cannabis business at scale.
John Schroyer | 2 min read
Budtender Lawsuit Claims Workers Are Paid In Weed, Paid Under The Table, Or Not Paid At All
Legal Issues

Budtender Lawsuit Claims Workers Are Paid In Weed, Paid Under The Table, Or Not Paid At All

A class-action on behalf of budtenders is just one legal concern for the budding cannabis industry.
Lindsey Bartlett | 3 min read
6 Ways The Cannabis Industry Can Learn From Streetwear
Cannabusiness

6 Ways The Cannabis Industry Can Learn From Streetwear

There's a lot to learn from one of fashion's most compelling categories.
Blake Ricciardi | 6 min read