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Michigan's Cannabis Market Hits $837M Record: What's Driving The Boom In The Midwest?
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 - 11:13pm | 826Legal cannabis sales in Michigan achieved a record high of $837 million in Q2 2024, marking a 6% increase from $793 million in Q1 2024 and an 11% rise from $753 million in Q2 2023, according to a report by Beacon Securities. June's total sales were $279 million, slightly down by less than 1%...
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Whoopi Goldberg Launches Cannabis Brand Emma & Clyde: 'Cannabis Is Probably The Greatest Medicine'
Thursday, June 27, 2024 - 8:21am | 724Whoopi Goldberg, the iconic actress and comedian, announced the launch of her new cannabis brand, Emma & Clyde. As first reported by Javier Hasse on Forbes, the brand pays tribute to Goldberg’s mother and brother while seeking to bridge the gap between medicinal and recreational cannabis...
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Cannabis Brands On The Rise: Where To Find Them And How Large Is Their Footprint?
Thursday, April 25, 2024 - 11:15am | 536Certain cannabis brands are making significant strides in terms of growth and popularity. But, what are these brands experiencing strong growth? and, where can these be found? Utilizing tools like Headset's Cannabis Brand Explorer, stakeholders can navigate market data with precision, analyzing...
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Are Traditional Cannabis Licensing Models Obsolete? How Reverse Licensing Can Help
Sunday, November 12, 2023 - 9:03pm | 738How can cannabis brands expand to multiple states while maintaining consistent quality and authenticity? Industry experts, including Crystal Millican, SVP of Marketing & Retail at Cookies; Christine Smith, founder and CEO of Grön; Josh Hirschey, president of Timeless Refinery and Kit...
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Podcast: Demrick And DJ Hoppa Decode Cannabis Culture In Hip Hop's Evolution
Monday, November 6, 2023 - 12:20pm | 675During the recent Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago, the renowned cannabis journalist Javier Hasse interviewed DJ Hoppa and Demrick about the historical links between Hip Hop and cannabis that shaped their brand, Stoney Point. The full podcast is available below: For Demrick,...
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Why Human Capital Is Your Brand's Greatest Asset: Insights From Experts At Benzinga Cannabis Conference
Sunday, October 15, 2023 - 7:51pm | 974“Happy people make happy plants make happy gummies,” said Bryan Passman, co-founder, and head hunter at Hunter + Esquire, underscoring the foundational belief that a company's human capital is its greatest asset. During September's Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago...
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TikTok And Spotify Sensation Phix Teams Up With Gelato Canna Co. In Brand Partnership
Thursday, October 5, 2023 - 2:15pm | 425Gelato Canna Co., a fast-growing cannabis brand in California and Michigan, recently unveiled a yearlong brand partnership with the Texas-based rapper Phix. According to a press release, Phix garnered significant attention and popularity after his participation in the Deer Alcohol Challenge...
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From Underground To Mainstream: Journey Through Evolution Of Cannabis Brands At Benzinga Conference
Sunday, September 24, 2023 - 12:42pm | 763The cannabis industry has come a long way since its inception in the 1990s, evolving from an underground market to a legitimate and rapidly growing sector. Over the past few decades, cannabis brands have played a pivotal role in shaping the industry's image, product offerings, and consumer...
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Latin Music And Weed: 9 Of The Best Celebrity Cannabis Brands In LatAm
Sunday, September 10, 2023 - 1:11pm | 3763Latin America is currently undergoing a cannabis revolution that is not only transforming societal attitudes but is also resonating in the music industry. Numerous artists across the region are using their platforms to share diverse views on cannabis, highlighting its benefits and advocating for...
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How Will HHS Recommendation To The DEA Impact Cannabis Brands? Find Out At This Leading Cannabis Finance Conference
Wednesday, August 30, 2023 - 9:48pm | 848Legislation Milestone: The Cannabis Rescheduling Debate Might Impact Brands The shifting perception of cannabis in the United States is witnessing a significant turning point. Once stigmatized as a Schedule I drug, might be on the verge of being reclassified to a potentially more accepted Schedule...
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Why Cannabis Must Embrace Traditional Retail
Thursday, June 29, 2023 - 10:51am | 773Why does the cannabis industry need to embrace traditional retail practices? The answer lies in the potential benefits that can be reaped by adopting proven solutions from traditional retail marketing and supply chain management techniques. While the cannabis industry has its unique characteristics...
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10 LGBTQIA-Owned Weed Brands To Support: From Bath Bombs To Pre-Rolls
Sunday, June 25, 2023 - 1:46pm | 1034This article was originally published on Weedmaps and appears here with permission. Just like the LGBTQIA+ community, Pride contains multitudes, and cannathusiasm is definitely among them. Cannabis and Pride go way back, woven beside each other in a counterculture tapestry generations in the...
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Just When You Thought Your Favorite NBA Player Would Create Your Favorite Weed Brand, Sorry, Not Gonna Happen Yet
Wednesday, May 3, 2023 - 2:34pm | 391NBA players will remain banned from promoting cannabis companies or launching their own brands until at least 2029, according to a new NBA agreement signed last week. This news contradicts April reports stating that the league and players had agreed that NBA players could launch...
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Women-Led Cannabis Brands You Should Know And Love
Friday, May 6, 2022 - 11:06am | 1199This article was originally published on Grassdoor and appears here with permission. “Buy weed from women.” If you’re immersed in cannabis culture, you’ve likely seen the merchandise branded with this message. If you haven’t, buying cannabis from women is a thing...
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What Is Cannabis 3.0? CBD As Trojan Horse? Industry Experts Discuss The Future Landscape of Cannabis Brands
Wednesday, October 20, 2021 - 12:16am | 1333Speaking at last week’s Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in New York City, Mary Ellen Schrock, brand evangelist at Vibe Growth told her colleagues on a panel called “The Trends Dictating the Future Landscape of Cannabis Brands”...