10 Awesome Instagram Accounts for Cannabis Retailers to Follow Right Now
By Faai Steuer on January 15, 2019
Although laws within the states restrict the ways that marijuana dispensaries can advertise their product, Instagram has proven to be an important hub for those who have an appreciation for the cannabis plant to gather.
How to Prepare for Ontario's Retail Cannabis Application (Free Guide Inside)
By Gary Cohen on January 11, 2019
Ontario is set to become yet another Canadian province to fully embrace federal cannabis legalization. Retail cannabis stores are scheduled to open in April 2019. Ahead of this monumental step, the provincial government recently released information on how to apply for a cannabis reta …
Cannabis Dispensary Design Best Practices & Examples
By Faai Steuer on January 8, 2019
Cannabis dispensary interior design has come a long way since the early days of marijuana legalization in Colorado and subsequent states, and as more money flows from the inevitable growth of the industry, dispensary owners are taking their designs to all new heights.
8 Common Inventory Management Questions for California Cannabis Retailers
By Gary Cohen on December 28, 2018
California debuted the state’s Adult Use cannabis program in early 2018, ushering in a new era for one of the largest cannabis economies in the world. But with market growth comes something a little less exciting: new inventory management requirements for cannabis retailers.
How to Create a Great Cannabis Dispensary Customer Experience
By Faai Steuer on December 20, 2018
Cannabis legalization is emerging at a time when consumers expect more from retail. The impact of online shopping has resulted in everyone from tiny boutiques to traditional retail establishments understanding that customers want to be lured by a pleasant shopping experience.
5 Actionable Cannabis Retail Tips to Triple Your Profit in the Holiday Season
By Faai Steuer on December 13, 2018
In 2017 cannabis sales the day before Thanksgiving increased so dramatically that Green Wednesday is now the second biggest holiday in the industry after 4/20. Not only that, but sales reportedly remain strong through Christmas into New Year’s Day, with customers typically buying more …
How Cova Meets All Ontario Compliance and Reporting Requirements
By Faai Steuer on December 11, 2018
The initial steps have officially commenced for the second phase of the Ontario cannabis retail industry. The province opened the online application for privately-owned, brick and mortar retail cannabis stores and expect sales to begin in April 2019.
Cannabis Marketing and Advertising Restrictions in Canada
By Faai Steuer on December 5, 2018
Canada’s kickoff of adult-use cannabis became official this past October, now all eyes are on the nation as its newly legal industry dominates headlines around the world. For cannabis retail business owners in Canada however, trying to navigate a broader consumer market while also adh …
5 Common Cannabis Retail Pricing Strategies
By Guest Blogger on December 3, 2018
One of the things that most surprise people about cannabis retailers is that they require the same thought and consideration as other established businesses. One of the main considerations that operators need to strategize is how their products will be priced.
10 Things You’ll Learn from the Cova Seminars in Oklahoma and Ontario
By Faai Steuer on November 30, 2018
Starting a cannabis business is thrilling and treacherous all at the same time. As an aspiring cannabis retailer or dispensary owner, you will have the exciting opportunity to trailblaze a growing industry. But there are many potential pitfalls that await. From getting the licensing a …
Inventory Procedures for Dispensary Owners in California
By Dave Emmett on November 27, 2018
Imagine this: After much time and effort, you have convinced investors to put money behind your dreams and are ready to open a retail cannabis dispensary in California. You have engaged a realtor that helps you find the perfect potential location and you’ve worked with an architect to …
7 Crucial Things All Budtenders Should Know
By Faai Steuer on November 19, 2018
Tricks of the trade come after being in one industry for a while, but there are a few elements any budtender just starting out in a marijuana dispensary must know. We’re not saying employees have to memorize the effects of hundreds of strains, but there are key components to their job …