Part 3 - Keynote Recap: Regulation & Compliance in the Cannabis Industry

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"The basic premise of the event is that hunters hunt rattlesnakes from the surrounding environment all across West Texas, and bring them into the roundup for the weekend. And during the roundup, these snakes are kept in a pit and then, one by one, beheaded and skinned in front of in front of audiences." - Elizabeth MeLampy Elizabeth MeLampy is a lawyer dedicated to animal rights and protection, and her passion for this work shines through in her latest book, Forget the Camel, the Madcap World of Animal Festivals and What They Say About Being Human . To research the book, Elizabeth traveled across the country, immersing herself in a wide range of animal festivals — from the Iditarod dog sled race to the rattlesnake roundup in Sweetwater, Texas. Elizabeth examines these festivals as revealing microcosms of our broader relationship with animals. Whether it's rattlesnake hunts, frog-jumping contests, ostrich races, or groundhog celebrations, these events reflect the ways humans use animals to express cultural identity, community pride, and historical traditions. Yet beneath the pageantry and excitement lies a deeper question: Is our fascination with these spectacles worth the toll it takes on the animals involved? With compassion and insight, Elizabeth invites readers to consider whether there’s a more ethical and empathetic way to honor our stories — one that respects both animals and the traditions they inspire. Please listen, share and read, Forget the Camel. It will be released on April 8th, 2025. https://apollopublishers.com/index.php/forget-the-camel/…

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How do regulators make regulations around industries as novel as the cannabis industry? And how can you as an industry participant have more control over the rules that govern you? Find out this week as we recap a keynote address given by Dominique Mendiola, the current Director of Marijuana Coordination for the State of Colorado (appointed by former Gov. Hickenlooper).

Joining me to help us understand the regulations, how they came to be and explain how you can be more involved in the process is compliance expert, Kate Awada of Azara Solutions.

This is it y'all. The last part of our three part series bringing you our annual Jumpstart Conference.

Learn more about Azara Solutions at Azara.io

Learn more about CanopyBoulder at CanopyBoulder.com

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CanopyBoulder Cannabis Business Podcast

Part 3 - Keynote Recap: Regulation & Compliance in the Cannabis Industry

CanopyBoulder Cannabis Business Podcast

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Joining me to help us understand the regulations, how they came to be and explain how you can be more involved in the process is compliance expert, Kate Awada of Azara Solutions.

This is it y'all. The last part of our three part series bringing you our annual Jumpstart Conference.

Learn more about Azara Solutions at Azara.io

Learn more about CanopyBoulder at CanopyBoulder.com

56 episódios

#Business #CanopyBoulder Cannabis Busines

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CanopyBoulder Cannabis Business Podcast

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Summer Recap: What's it like to be a cannabis industry operator? 32:27

há 6 years32:27

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This is an oldie but, oh.. so good! We're giving you a re-run of one of the panels in our last Jumpstart Conference, where industry operators talk about what its like to work in the space and give entrepreneurs ideas on where to focus. In this episode you'll hear from Nancy Whiteman of Wana Brands, Ryan Brown of Native Roots and Graham Carlson of CW Hemp - all moderated by CanopyBoulder's own Patrick Rea. They'll talk about things like listening to their customers, regulatory hurdles, challenges and how entrepreneurs can best get in front of folks like them. And if you LIKE this content, be sure to join us next week, July 25, in Denver, CO for our Summer 2019 Jumpstart Conference. Go get those tickets... like, now! http://bit.ly/CB-Jumpstart-2019…

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BONUS: Entrepreneur interview with Marigen 19:28

há 6 years19:28

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Ever wondered what the perfect cannabis product was for you? You know.. the one that'll make you feel like you did when you first started smoking and couldn't stop the giggles...? Yeah, us too. This week, we're chatting with Bob Chien, CEO & founder of Marigen, a service that uses your specific DNA to made product recommendations. We're chatting with him about all the science behind cannabis and how our bodies interact with it, what it takes to get a business off the ground and his best advice to startups. To learn more about Marigen, visit them at marigen.us…

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BONUS: Entrepreneur Interview with Dyspense 25:15

há 6 years25:15

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What do you know about logistics?... wait, don't fall asleep! Delivery and logistics are one of those areas we so often overlook. And yet, in a highly regulated industry like cannabis, are hugely important. This week, we're talking with Tim Ruybal, CEO & founder of Dyspense Technologies on what delivery, tracking and distribution looks like in the industry. He also digs into the importance of listening to your customer, how to manage multiple segments and the evolution of an industry. Learn more about Tim and Dyspense at Dyspense.com…

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BONUS: Entrepreneur Interview with CliqueMJ? 23:40

há 6 years23:40

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How important is loyalty in the cannabis industry? This week, we're talking with Rami Sahhar, CEO of CliqueMJ and current CanopyBoulder cohort member, about whats going on in the industry in terms of advertising and maintaining customers. He goes into the importance of loyalty, how retail businesses can leverage it and what its like starting a tech company in this nascent industry. Learn more about CliqueMJ at cliquemj.com.…

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Cannabis picks and shovels: An ancillary operators’ perspective 28:43

há 6 years28:43

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When people say “cannabis industry”, often the first thought is into retailers, edible brands and large cultivation operations. But what about the picks and shovels that support those businesses? (After all, I bet you don’t know a single gold miner's name but you’ve definitely heard of Levi’s Jeans…). This week, we’re chatting with CFO of Urban-Gro, Bob Pullar. Urban-Gro offers cultivators holistic environmental solutions but, more importantly, they are a fast-growing picks and shovels business. In this episode, we chat with Bob about what it takes to grow a fast growing ancillary cannabis business, what the trends look like in AgTech and his predictions for the future. Check it out. Learn more about Urban-Gro at urban-gro.com.…

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BONUS: Entrepreneur Interview with Backyard Sodas 26:04

há 6 years26:04

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The world of consumer packaged goods (CPG) presents a whole new set of obstacles, challenges and opportunities for entrepreneurs. And since the Farm Bill passed back in December, plenty are getting in on the CBD and hemp CPG game. This week, we're talking with one of those new brands - Backyard Sodas, an all-natural, CBD infused soda. CEO & founder, Jonathan Schultz, talks to us a little about soda, natural products, emerging hemp/CBD opportunities, what its like running a CPG company and more. Learn more about Backyard Soda at backyardsodas.com…

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What is actually going on with Hemp and CBD? 33:57

há 6 years33:57

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We're back at it.. trying desperately to make sense of the legal (???) hemp and CBD markets. We know, it's confusing. What with the FDA and DEA and Farm Bill... it's hard to know what's real and where the actual opportunties live. This week on the podcast, we're talking with attorney and CBD expert, Cameron Field, about all the ins and outs on hemp and CBD regulation. He takes us through what's real and what's not, when we can expect final regulations, what those might look like and all the other little quiet hurdles we may have missed along the way. Check it out.…

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BONUS: Entrepreneur Interview with Grow With Jane 22:17

há 6 years22:17

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This is a BONUS episode where we slip inside the minds of the founders in CanopyBoulder's current business accelerator cohort. This week, we talk with Grow with Jane, an app for home growers straight from Buenos Aires, Argentina. They talk to us about why their team is so strong, how to listen and adapt to a market and why measuring your progress is key. Check it out. To learn more about Grow with Jane, visit their website at growithjane.com…

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Designing Cannabis Policy: An Interview with Andrew Kline of NCIA 21:46

há 6 years21:46

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This week on the podcast, we're diving into federal policy around cannabis because, well, it's confusing. Major shifts in policy don't happen overnight and rarely happen without some support in the form of lobbying. Cannabis is no different. This week, we're chatting with Andrew Kline, former prosecutor, and current Director of Policy for the National Cannabis Industry Association on what the landscape looks like. Get his thoughts on what it'll take to legalize, when that could happen, who should be shaping these policies and how you can participate.…

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Licensed vs. Un-licensed businesses: Perspectives of a Multi-State Operator 23:55

há 6 years23:55

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Ever wondered how being a licensed cannabis business differs from an un-licensed one? This week, we're chatting with Cyrus Farudi, CEO of Altus Brands, a company that does just about everything. Get caught up on what it takes to run multiple cannabis businesses, in multiple verticals across multiple markets. . Learn more about Altus Brands at altusmade.com…

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Pitching Ain't Easy: A Recap 30:50

há 6 years30:50

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This episode is a rerun. Hope you enjoy this little blast from the past... Pitching to investors isn't easy but it is critical to success. This week, we're talking about best practices when it comes to putting together materials for investors and getting up there in all your glory to... gasp.. talk about yourself! Check it out!…

CanopyBoulder Cannabis Business Podcast

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Deep Learning and Cannabis 21:43

há 6 years21:43

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AI. Deep Learning. Computer Vision. Whatever the term you prefer, its all the same - using computers and machines to learn processes we humans do to save us time. And, understandable, its all the rage - who wants to do things themselves? But what does it take to build and run one of these companies successfully? What about in the cannabis industry? Join us as we tackle the terms, what makes one of these businesses really stand out, how regulations might push the sector forward and more.…

CanopyBoulder Cannabis Business Podcast

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Breaking Down the "Banking Problem" 31:38

há 6 years31:38

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You've heard that term, right? The "banking problem" - sounds daunting. But what does it actually mean? Are all cannabis businesses still operating with mattresses full of cash or is it changing? This week, we're getting to the bottom of it with Dan Roda of Abaca. Join us to talk about the problem, the solutions, federal legislation, what it all means for businesses and predictions for the future. . To learn more about Abaca, go to https://www.abacabanc.com/ .…

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Global Cannabis: CannaTech Tel Aviv Recap 18:20

há 6 years18:20

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Last week, we attended CannaTech Tel Aviv, a cannabis-focused conference for the global cannabis industry. In the US, we have a tendency to talk only about the US market so join us as we go through some of the key take-aways from a week of Israeli cannabis. . Learn more about CannaTech and iCan at https://www.canna-tech.co/…

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Waste & Sustainability in Cannabis 32:18

há 6 years32:18