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🚨 Your Voice Matters: Join Tomorrow’s Boston Cannabis Board Hearing! 🚨 Friends, colleagues, and advocates for cannabis equity: tomorrow, December 11th, 2024, the Boston Cannabis Board is hosting a virtual public hearing at 1 PM. This is our chance to make a meaningful impact on the future of cannabis policy in Boston. 📌 Why It Matters: This hearing includes critical discussions, including an agenda item for my friends at Zèb Boutique, who are championing positive change in the industry. Our project, South End Cannabis, is also on the agenda, and I couldn’t be happier to share this platform with another great team. By showing up, we can support thoughtful progress and collaboration in our community. 💡 How You Can Participate: 1️⃣ Testify at the Hearing: Sign up to provide verbal testimony here. Your testimony is limited to two minutes—so make it count! 2️⃣ Submit Written Comments: Email your insights and perspectives to [email protected] before the hearing. For your convenience, we’ve created a sample letter of support you can personalize and send. Access it here: https://lnkd.in/eJehQDBR 📅 Details: 🕐 Date/Time: December 11th, 2024, at 1 PM 💻 Location (Zoom): https://lnkd.in/eWsgQAXe Let’s ensure that our collective voice shapes a future built on equity, opportunity, and community. Together, we can influence decisions that impact us all. ✨ Make a Difference—Join Us! If you’re passionate about this cause, please participate and share this post to spread the word. Feel free to reach out if you have questions or need support preparing your testimony or comments. Let’s show up for each other and for Boston’s cannabis future. #CannabisEquity #BostonCommunity #CannabisPolicy #Advocacy

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Step into a world where the pulse of the cannabis industry beats strongest, at the "Benzinga Cannabis Market Spotlight: New Jersey." This premier event is designed with a clear focus on networking, providing a unique opportunity for industry professionals to connect, engage, and forge meaningful relationships in an intimate setting conducive to making deals and shaping futures. You'll find yourself surrounded by the movers and shakers of the cannabis world. Structured networking sessions, one-on-one meetings, and casual mixers are woven into the fabric of the event, ensuring that every conversation has the potential to turn into a valuable business opportunity. At the "Benzinga Cannabis Market Spotlight: New Jersey," networking isn't just a feature—it's the foundation. Connect with industry leaders, discover potential partnerships, and engage in dialogue that could lead to your next big deal. This is where the future of cannabis in New Jersey—and beyond—is shaped. Join us and be a part of the conversation that defines tomorrow.

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Six excellent questions and insights with Ross O'Brien, Founder & Managing Partner of Bonaventure Equity, LLC, and Michael Werner, Head of the Health Care and Life Sciences Practice at Holland & Knight LLP. 1. Historical Context and Implications 👏🏿 2. Clarification on Terminology: Marijuana vs. Cannabis 🎓 3. Understanding the Rescheduling Process and Timeline ⏳ 4. State Regulations vs. Federal Policy 🏛 5. Impact on Prescription Requirements and Recreational Businesses 😲 6. Research Opportunities and Funding 📈 Ross O'Brien is a lifelong entrepreneur, author, and investor, and believes in the power of entrepreneurship to tackle healthcare’s biggest challenges. His approach to venture capital investing is predicated on being more than just a source of capital but a true catalyst for founders who aim to change the way in which we help patients. Built by founders, for founders, Bonaventure Equity, LLC is an active group of investors, who together, invest in the advancement of science, funding and working with entrepreneurs & informing regulatory reforms. Ross also founded The Founder's Door initiative, "Dedicated to mental health awareness for entrepreneurs, founders, and the people who stay up all night finding new ways to change the world." Michael Werner is a Washington, D.C., public policy and regulatory attorney, a co-leader of Holland & Knight LLP Healthcare & Life Sciences Team, and the co-founder and senior policy counsel of the Alliance for Regenerative Medicine, the leading global organization representing the cell therapy, gene therapy, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine sector. #cannabis #Entrepreneurs #growthmindset #ThankYou

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For those who wonder how cannabis is grown and the details, here is an episode of Cannacribs, which walks you through the entire Culta process! Our secret is our team....... https://lnkd.in/e4df2r4Z

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Stores that look like dispensaries are setting up shop in towns across New Jersey, putting CBD lotion, delta-8 gummies and hemp products on their shelves without facing the same regulations and oversight as legal cannabis dispensaries. Now lawmakers are weighing whether those retailers should be required to get certain licensing and if the state’s Cannabis Regulatory Commission should oversee hemp products. A new bill would regulate the production and sale of “intoxicating hemp products” that include less than 0.5 milligrams of THC—the chemical that gets someone high—per serving. Under the bill, hemp products would only be sold in licensed dispensaries alongside cannabis products. It would also amend the New Jersey Hemp Farming Act to set limits on how much THC can be sold in hemp products, a cap that some critics say is far too low. #hempproducts #delta8 #cannabisregulatorycommission #hemp #thclimits #hempbill #hempregulations #newjerseyhempfarmingact https://lnkd.in/gTEt6CdK

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To effectively market your concrete contracting services, you need a solid digital strategy. Start by optimizing local search with consistent contact information, positive reviews, and location-specific keywords. Use relevant keywords like "residential concrete contractor in New York" to boost visibility. Create valuable content showcasing your expertise, such as concrete maintenance tips and project case studies. Build high-quality backlinks by partnering with local home improvement blogs and engaging in local directories. Guarantee a seamless mobile experience with responsive design and fast loading times. By mastering these strategies, you'll be well on your way to increasing your online visibility and attracting more clients.

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𝐋𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐫𝐤'𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐢𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐮𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐉𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐞𝐧𝐧𝐬𝐲𝐥𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐚. New York's legislative changes may influence regulatory, economic, and policy shifts in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, promoting a more unified and competitive cannabis industry in the region. ❓𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬: 𝐃𝐨 𝐰𝐞 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐌𝐄 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬.❓ Here's the recap on NY: On June 8, the NYS Legislative Session ended. Key cannabis-related initiatives included: 🔸 Enhanced enforcement powers 🔸 A new 9% wholesale tax replacing the THC Potency Tax 🔸 A reduction in the Medical Excise Tax from 7% to 3.15%. These changes aim to streamline taxation and strengthen regulatory oversight, fostering a more structured cannabis market. The session also saw the passage of several cannabis bills: Passed Both Houses: 🔸 S.9679-A/A.10398-A: Permits cannabis showcase events, promoting industry growth and consumer education. 🔸 S.1752/A.1234: Includes cannabis in the definition of crops and livestock, recognizing its agricultural value. 🔸 S.9359/A.10196: Allows electronic returns for cannabis product distributors, simplifying administrative processes. Passed Senate Only: 🔸 S.7528/A.7718: Adds a non-voting member from the Division of Service-Disabled Veterans’ Business Development to the state Cannabis Advisory Board, ensuring representation for veterans. 🔸 S.7504/A.7694: Expands membership eligibility for Adult-Use Cooperative licenses, broadening participation in the industry. 🔸 S.8683-A/A.9311-A: Clarifies employment terms for those under state supervision, facilitating workforce reintegration. 🔸 S.2566-B: Addresses medical cannabis use and reciprocity with other states, enhancing patient access. 🔸 A.7826: Similar to S.2566-B but needs amendments due to late changes in the Senate. The Governor has until 12/31/2024 to sign or veto these bills. Any unsigned bills will be reintroduced in the next legislative cycle starting in 2025. This timeline provides a critical window for advocacy and potential amendments to refine the legislation further. #HerbalRubiksCube #Cannabis #CannabisLegislation #MedicalCannabis

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📢 Quick update from the latest NY Cannabis Control Board (CCB) meeting: Big milestones reached—over 1,100 adult-use licenses issued this year and the opening of New York's 200th dispensary! 🌱 The market is expanding fast. Currently, there are more licenses than active proximity protections, and we anticipate updates to some proximity protections by Oct 23rd. We’ll be looking into this and reporting back soon. Also, provisional licensees do not need to return to the board for final approval, meaning there may be fewer provisional licenses and more active retail operations than shown in the table. #NYCannabis #CannabisRegulations #MarketGrowth

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I spent a productive week meeting with clients in NY and NJ recently. In particular, we had great conversations with the Emunio Logistics team about the challenges in the emerging NJ cannabis market. One thing I keep coming back to is New Jersey's clear appetite for local and small business success in the market. 🤔 When the NJ recreational market launched, multi-state operators (MSOs) initially dominated the space, as many medical dispensaries (primarily owned by MSOs) converted to dual-use for both medical and recreational sales. With their capital, infrastructure, and resources, they had a clear advantage. BUT there’s a strong desire for local, independent cannabis businesses in NJ. Consumers want to support small businesses over large corporations. Social equity applicants and small brands are steadily entering the market, despite the challenges. I’ve been a small business before, and know what it takes to thrive when you’re up against bigger players. I’ve been thinking about what we can do at Osovsky Cannabis Consulting to help those smaller businesses succeed in NJ’s MSO-saturated market. Drawing from my experience in the Oregon market, I’ve seen how the survival of small businesses depends on forging beneficial relationships in the local area. Networking and partnerships will be essential. Something I’m proud that we’re building into OCC is a framework for new, small (but mighty) local businesses like the ones emerging in NJ to succeed. How else can we empower NJ's small cannabis businesses to thrive? 💬

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