10 Things You’ll Learn from the Cova Seminars in Oklahoma and Ontario
By Faai Steuer on Nov 30, 2018 12:00:00 AM
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 …
What is Looping in Cannabis Retail and How Can I Prevent It?
By Gary Cohen on Nov 14, 2018 12:00:00 AM
At Cova, we understand that legal cannabis compliance is likely the top concern of any dispensary owner or investor. As we have said many times before, “No license equals no business”.
How to Protect Your Cannabis Retail Data in Canada
By Gary Cohen on Sep 6, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Security is a primary concern for any business — and cannabis retail is no different. Of course, the physical security of your dispensary is one aspect of this, and in the past we’ve discussed ways to prevent internal theft and fraud at your retail cannabis operation.
How California Cannabis Retailers Can Ensure They Remain Compliant
By Gary Cohen on Aug 3, 2018 12:00:00 AM
One month after California’s transition to a fully regulated commercial cannabis market, many operators are still struggling to get up to speed with the Bureau of Cannabis Control’s statutory and regulatory requirements.
5 Cannabis Industry Events Retailers Can’t Afford to Miss
By Faai Steuer on Jul 23, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Owning a cannabis retail operation is a labor of love that requires meticulous attention to detail, an unwavering passion for cannabis, and a desire to learn. If you’re an entrepreneur in this burgeoning industry, it’s critical that you stay up to date on the latest news, market trend …
Top 7 Cannabis Consultants in California
By Faai Steuer on Jun 19, 2018 12:00:00 AM
With ever-changing regulations across the industry and recently-updated policies in California, it can be challenging for cannabis newcomers to keep up with licensing requirements and procedures. And if you’re looking to launch a California cannabis retail operation, you’ll also need …
How to Lose Your Cannabis Retail License
By Faai Steuer on Jun 7, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Obtaining a cannabis retail license is no easy feat. There’s a hefty amount of paperwork involved, as well as mandatory background checks and, of course, money in application and licensing fees. Needless to say, once you’ve received your license, you’re going to want to take precautio …
How to Recruit Top-Notch Talent at Your Cannabis Retail Operation
By Gary Cohen on Apr 9, 2018 12:00:00 AM
As we enter the second quarter of 2018, cannabis continues its unstoppable march into the mainstream. More than half of U.S. states now have some form of regulated cannabis program, and several more are looking to legalize through ballot initiatives this year. Meanwhile, Canada is jus …
Keeping Up with Cannabis Retail Licensing in British Columbia
By Gary Cohen on Mar 19, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Summer is fast approaching, and for cannabis-consuming Canadians, that means one thing: legal non-medical marijuana sales will soon commence. And despite the recent news that legal cannabis sales will likely begin in August or September and not July as originally anticipated, would-be …
How Cannabis Dispensary Sales Will Be Conducted in Canada
By Gary Cohen on Feb 8, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Canada is just a few short months away from becoming the largest nation in the world to legalize the sale and use of recreational marijuana. Not only does this represent a monumental step forward for advocates of legalized cannabis, it also means massive opportunity for marijuana-mind …