In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, I [Jennifer Cabrera] had a great conversation with Ivelise Rivera of Nuestra, dba The Boston Garden, a licensed adult-use cannabis dispensary located in Athol, MA, with locations forthcoming in Cambridge, Ne

From CEP to SIP: Social Impact Plans and Annual Reports for Denver Cannabis Businesses

Jul 2nd, 2021 57m 32s

In April 2021, Denver City Council approved the Marijuana Omnibus Ordinance which revised the Municipal Code and established new marijuana license application and renewal requirements. As part of the Omnibus Ordinance, the city moved to transit

Impact and ESG in the Cannabis Industry

Jun 15th, 2021 54m 19s

From investors and government officials to prospective employees and shareholders, the rapidly increasing focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices is changing how businesses approach sustainability, social impact, diversit

Minor Cannabinoids: Exploring the Science, Legality, and Opportunities

May 13th, 2021 1h 1m

While THC and CBD are the two most commonly known and sought-after “major” cannabinoids, several “minor” cannabinoids have been getting a lot of attention lately (we’re looking at you, Delta-8!). Despite the increasing buzz around minor cannabi

Preparing Your Massachusetts Cannabis Business for Inspections

May 6th, 2021 32m 11s

Onsite compliance is as complex as it is essential for creating and maintaining a viable cannabis business. Will your business be ready when the Cannabis Control Commission resumes unannounced onsite compliance audits?Watch this to learn best

East Coast vs. West Coast Cannabis Licensing

May 5th, 2021 58m 24s

What do New Jersey, California, and Massachusetts have in common for those seeking cannabis licensure? A whole lot – but at the same time, not much at all when it comes to premises, host communities, and complying with regulations.If you’re lo

Complying with Changing Massachusetts Cannabis Regulations

Jan 13th, 2021 30m 54s

Official regulatory changes approved by the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission were published and effective on January 8, 2021. With regulatory compliance as one of the pillars of success for any cannabis licensee, it is essential to und

Challenging a Cannabis License Denial

Nov 12th, 2020 39m 36s

If you operate in the cannabis industry, chances are you’ll need to challenge a regulatory decision at some point. Agencies can deny your license applications for a variety of reasons, but that doesn’t always mean you should give up! While the

Hemportunities: State and Federal Funding Opportunities for Hemp Businesses

Aug 5th, 2020 53m 43s

Regardless of a business's product or commodity, researching and navigating federal and state funding options can be tricky. And while hemp is a federally legal crop, it is still an emerging industry—presenting an added layer of challenges for

California Cannabis Packaging and Labeling Compliance

Jul 26th, 2020 58m 44s

Compliance will make or break a cannabis business’s success in the highly regulated California cannabis industry, and maintaining that compliance presents constant challenges for both new and experienced operators. Understanding packaging and l

Trademark Protection for Cannabis, Hemp and CBD Brands

Dec 11th, 2019 58m 19s

What brand protection options are available for businesses in the cannabis, hemp, CBD or related industries?A company’s trademarks are the business-world equivalent to a castle’s moat or high perimeter walls – they are vital for survival and e

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