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Join us for a fascinating discussion with Josh Kincaid, Director of Financial Operations at RoboAdvisor Hero, as he breaks down where the cannabis industry is headed. From his journey managing a $650M fund to 10 years in cannabis, Josh shares invaluable insights on: 💰 Why Schedule III could be a "Trojan horse" for the industry 🌿 The coming wave of market consolidation 📊 Why most cannabis companies aren't leveraging available tech 🏢 The future of interstate commerce Plus: Get Josh's bold predictions about which states will dominate cannabis cultivation in the years ahead! Watch the full episode of Qredible Live with host Brian Fitzpatrick: https://lnkd.in/eChKjzFX #Cannabis #CannabisIndustry #BusinessStrategy #CannabisBusiness #Qredible

🥁 The Grata team is proud to introduce… 🥁 The PE Playbook, the new go-to source for data-driven ideation for middle market dealmakers. Every week, we’ll use the Grata platform to surface the trends you need to know in different industries, including fragmentation, public and private comps, notable deals, and more. To kick things off, we’re exploring the cannabis infrastructure space. Alexa, play “Pass the Dutchie.” If you live in one of the 24 US states where marijuana is legal, you’ve likely noticed dispensaries popping up on just about every block. But have you ever wondered — perhaps in a slightly, ahem, altered state of mind — what makes it all work? Behind every dispensary, there are multiple companies keeping the marijuana value chain moving, from production to logistics to distribution to financial services. We break down what you need to know if you’re considering 420-friendly investments in The PE Playbook: Cannabis Infrastructure here: https://hubs.la/Q02B5Yr50 #privateequity #pe #cannabis

"Why do so many new cannabis businesses fail?" Naturally, those considering a new cannabis venture are cautiously curious. It's a lengthy, nuanced response, but if we have to pick one thing, we'd generalize to say that many new operators fail to give proper attention and consideration at the planning phases, whatever their reason may be. Whether it's skipping steps altogether or completing steps out of order, foundational oversights will cause negative affects downstream, affecting operational costs and long term viability when price compression starts pinching operators. We've mapped out our foundational process so people can get the 360 view of what's ahead of them. Let's interrupt this ecosystem where so many new operators fail because of preventable oversights. Considering a new operation? Connect to get your questions answered first.

"If you're getting into cannabis now as a brand or a retailer, what are you here for?" Wendy Campbell asks in Episode 2 of the CannaBiz Success Show. This episode answers that and then some. Listen to the episode today: https://lnkd.in/g65yiUfx

Well, here's a shocker. There are some people out there who do not like me - who think I don't support the cannabis industry - that I am mean. Waah. It's not that I do not support the cannabis industry - it's not that I do support the cannabis industry. You see, to me, it's not about the cannabis industry. It's about good business - good consumer packaged goods business - period. And rec cannabis is consumer packaged goods. It's just that, so far, it hasn't been run very well, by way too many of the companies who signed up. I've predicted what would happen and have been pretty much bang-on. In my talk at Grow Up, guess what - I will be talking about good business. How Strategy, Structure and Staffing work. What they are, their relationship to each other and, importantly, why their sequencing is critical. If you like me or hate me, you will learn something - and I don't really care into which camp you fall - I am there to try to teach you.

"If you're getting into cannabis now as a brand or a retailer, what are you here for?" Wendy Campbell asks in Episode 2 of the CannaBiz Success Show. This episode answers that and then some. Listen to the episode today: https://lnkd.in/g65yiUfx

Need advice on how to navigate the treacherous headwinds of the cannabis industry?🤔 Well, you’ve come to the right place! 🌬️🍃 Our CEO Tim Barash recently shared valuable insights at Benzinga's Cannabis Capital Conference on overcoming challenges in the current market, identifying key trends for the year ahead, and leveraging Dutchie 2.0 to maximize your dispensary's success. 💥 Check it out! https://hubs.li/Q02W8l-80 #industryinsights #dutchie2point0 #asktheceo #benzingacannabis

👉 My five takeaways from Benzinga's Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago earlier in the week: 1. Industry love is in the air again (people seem excited and renewed for 2025). Capital though is.....not. Money is still flat, and it's mostly debt and Canadian equity in play right now. M&A remains DOA (talked to one CPA from the northeast who hadn't assisted in an M&A transaction in two years). 2. Still talk of using #ESOPs to best deal with #280E right now (rather than when final rule is published on the back of #S3). Mixed reviews on that theory/practice. 3. Operators in #Missouri may be some of the happiest #cannabis operators I've ever met. It was super refreshing to hear their accounts of industry dealings since adult-use is still relatively new there. 4. Saw some faces and friends in attendance that I hadn't seen in 10 years, but they're still surviving in various segments of the industry. Lasting power is at a premium these days and it was fun to recount war stories from before 2013 (forgot how much fun I had in the early, early days!). 5. Customer loyalty around #cannabisbrand development remains a priority for cannabis companies (duh). Tracking and intelligently digesting consumer data in order to improve customer experience is increasingly paramount with more states coming online and more companies strategically expanding from state to state. I've seen multiple attendees on linkedin say this was a particularly good Benzinga meetup, and I could not agree more. See ya'll at the next one!

As we plan for 2025, intelligently scaling your business is more important than ever. Whether you’re expanding cultivation capacity or launching a new product line, thoughtful planning is key to successful growth. What’s your strategy for scaling your cannabis business in the coming year? Let’s discuss the opportunities and challenges that come with expansion and how we can all grow together in the new year. #BusinessScaling #CannabisGrowth #IndustryPlanning

🎥 How Does Avail Ag Support the Cannabis Industry? At the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago, Avail Ag CEO Jason Nelson broke down how we support businesses across the cannabis industry. From financial solutions to strategic guidance, we’re helping companies at every stage—driving growth and ensuring long-term success. Watch Jason explain how Avail Ag is leading the way in providing tailored support for the cannabis sector! #CannabisIndustry