How to Train Budtenders for Success: Tips and Requirements for New Cannabis Markets
By Faai Steuer on September 6, 2019
New cannabis markets in Illinois, Michigan, and Missouri don’t just mean expanded access for patients and adults — they also mean new opportunities for those looking to get a foot in the door of the booming cannabis industry. And on the retail side, budtending is one of the most sough …
Announcing the Next Generation of Live Online Cannabis Retail Menus
By Faai Steuer on September 3, 2019
With an industry that’s growing bigger by the day, there’s never been a better time to launch a cannabis retail venture. But, as with anything worthwhile, running a dispensary comes with its own unique set of challenges.
13 Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Dispensaries You Should Know
By Faai Steuer on August 31, 2019
Since its launch in October 2018, the medical cannabis market and the number of Oklahoma medical marijuana dispensaries have skyrocketed. Total sales topped $23 million in May alone, and patient numbers continue to grow by the day.
Illinois Cannabis Retail Compliance Q & A: Top 5 Dispensary Questions Answered
By Gary Cohen on August 26, 2019
With a now permanent medical marijuana program in place and an adult-use market set to launch on New Year’s Day, Illinois is primed for a cannabis industry takeoff. As entrepreneurs across the state put the pieces in place for their budding ventures, it’s critical to address complianc …
Congratulations to Ontario's Cannabis Retail Lottery Winners
By Dayna Van Buskirk on August 21, 2019
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) yesterday selected and today announced the winners of the second cannabis retail license lottery. These 42 retailers have been notified and will now have until August 28 to officially apply, submit fees, and demonstrate the have secu …
Critical Next Steps for Ontario Cannabis Retail Lottery Winners
By James Manning on August 21, 2019
Image by Japheth Mast via Unsplash So you’re a winner in Ontario’s second cannabis retail license lottery — congratulations! You and 41 other applicants are now positioned to break into the largest cannabis consumer market in all of Canada.
A Complete Guide to Cannabis Retail in Los Angeles
By Lauren Estevez, Esq. on August 16, 2019
Los Angeles is a city with over 4 million people and is the world’s largest cannabis market with 187 licensed retailers. In addition to being the world's largest cannabis market, the city has one of the most complex cannabis licensing systems in California, which is outlined below.
How to Land the Right Location for Your Cannabis Dispensary
By Gary Cohen on August 12, 2019
With new markets in Missouri, Michigan, and Illinois primed and ready for takeoff, entrepreneurs across the Midwest are laying the groundwork for their cannabis operations. And if you’re one of them who’s planning on launching a cannabis retail venture, finding the right location is o …
12 Must See Cannabis Retailers in Ontario
By Faai Steuer on July 31, 2019
Ontario is set to get 50 more stores this fall. Of the 50 new stores, 42 will be allocated by lottery and eight will be available for stores on First Nations reserves. Lucky winners of Ontario’s last cannabis license lottery are beginning to open up shop. We’re happy to see 20 out of …
Why You Need A Compliant Cannabis Dispensary Point of Sale: Top 5 Automated Features
By Dave Emmett on July 25, 2019
We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: when it comes to cannabis retail, compliance must remain a top priority at all times. After all, failure to stay compliant with the rules and regulations of your market can lead to severe penalties including fines or, even worse, the forfe …
From Medical to Recreational: How to Prepare Your Michigan Dispensary for Adult-Use
By Gary Cohen on July 23, 2019
After becoming the 10th state to legalize recreational cannabis in November 2018, Michigan’s marijuana market is heating up. And with projections now calling for more than $650 million in annual sales by 2023, cannabis entrepreneurs should know there is enormous potential in the state …
How to Apply and Win a Dispensary License in Missouri (Free Guide Inside)
By Gary Cohen on July 18, 2019
Medical cannabis legalization is sweeping through states some onlookers never thought possible. Missouri, a state that many cannabis activists never saw as a fertile ground for legalization, is turning the lights on a medical marijuana program in a few short months -- a true testament …