Why Money Mindset Is Key to It All from 2023-07-04T11:29:44

In this episode, Simone unveils her latest focus, centered on the crucial elements of success: money, mindset, and business.

Simone explores the concept of achieving financial...

Small Business Challenges in Cannabis Industry from 2023-04-28T10:30:42

In this episode, we dive deep into the challenges faced by small businesses in the cannabis industry and the solutions that can help overcome them as Simone continues her conversation with Kenne...

From Accountant to Entrepreneur: Empowering Small Business Finances from 2023-04-24T10:30:01

In this episode, we delve into the career transformation of Kenneth Mason, who went from being an accountant to becoming an entrepreneur empowering small businesses through Equibis.

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Fundraising and Investing on Cannabis Businesses from 2023-04-20T11:00:28

Do you have a cannabis business that needs to raise funds? The process of fundraising can be difficult and time-consuming, so it's crucial for startup founders to have a strategic approach.<...

Valuations on Cannabis Businesses from 2023-04-17T11:00:14

Business owners must take into account numerous factors that heavily influence a company’s value. In this episode, Richard Bernard, the Vice President of Houlihan Capital’s Valuation and Financi...

The Power of Resilience from 2023-04-13T10:00:50

In this episode, we continue Simone’s conversation with Eric Canori and delve deeper into the topic of resilience and conquering hardships. Eric divulges his latest undertaking in cannabis culti...

A Journey From Illicit to Legal Cannabis from 2023-04-10T11:30:07

Before cannabis became legal in any state, Eric Canori was a prominent high-end cannabis dealer on the East Coast of the United States, responsible for smuggling over $300 million worth of the d...

[VSxCBM] Hemp Industry with Shawn Hauser from 2023-04-06T11:00:46

In this episode, Jen Flanagan interviews hemp industry expert Shawn Hauser. As a partner at Vicente LLP and a co-chair of the firm's Hemp and Cannabinoids Department, Shawn helps businesses ...

[VSxCBM] Overcoming Banking Issues in the Cannabis Industry with Sahar Ayinehsazian from 2023-03-23T10:30:16

Join Jen Flanagan in this episode, where she talks to Sahar Ayinehsazian, a partner in Vicente LLP's Los Angeles office and co-lead for the firm’s Banking and Financial Services Access pract...

[VSxCBM] The Future of Cannabis Industry with Brian Vicente from 2023-03-20T10:30:50

In this episode, Jen Flanagan interviews Brian Vicente, Founding Partner of Vicente LLP and a pioneer in the cannabis industry.

From the inception of the cannabis industry, Br...

[VSxCBM] Cannabis Compliance with Casey Leaver – What You Need to Know from 2023-03-16T10:30:09

Join us as we kick off our four-part series with guest host Jen Flanagan. In this episode, we get insights and tips on cannabis compliance with Casey Leaver, the director of regulatory complianc...

Massachusetts Cannabis Industry From Former Commissioner Jen Flanagan from 2023-03-13T10:00:19

In this episode, we get an insight of how the Massachusetts cannabis industry started from former Commissioner Jen Flanagan. 

Commissioner Flanagan, currently the directo...

How Cannabis Entrepreneurs Can Avoid Bankruptcy Liabilities from 2023-03-09T11:00:47

In this episode, we continue our conversation with Cannabis Law & Tax Specialist Paula Collins. We talked about her experience in working with cannabis business owners and how the New York C...

Cannabis Taxation and Structure from 2023-03-06T11:00:21

In this episode, we continue our conversation with Cannabis Law & Tax Specialist Paula Collins on cannabis taxation. Some major highlights from our conversation:

• The current Ne...
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Cannabis Licensing and New York’s Gray Market from 2023-03-02T11:00:34

In this episode, we get a deep dive on cannabis licensing and compliance with Cannabis Law & Tax Specialist Paula Collins.

Paula Collins, CEO and Founder of The Morto...

Coming up next on Cannabis Business Minds from 2023-02-27T11:00:14

Because of you, Cannabis Business Minds is in the top 5 podcasts in the industry! Thanks so much for your support! 

In today's episode, Simone gives an overview of what y...

Let's end the year RIGHT! from 2022-12-29T11:00:34

Are you ready to end the year right? In this episode, Simone shares key financial tips for your cannabis business as we wrap up 2022 and how to lock in your 2023 business budget.

Do you want to be on Cannabis Business Minds? from 2022-12-22T11:00:25

Do you have business tips, insights, or stories you want to share to the Cannabis Business Minds community?

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Finding the Balance in Cannabis Consumption from 2022-12-08T11:00

Are you consuming cannabis or is it consuming you?

On this episode, we talk to Tarris Batiste on his journey from being a football jock to helping young adults, upcoming professionals, at...

Cannabis Law and the New York Cannabis Market from 2022-12-01T10:30:05

On this episode, we get an insider insight on the New York cannabis scene and dive into corporate transactions with Charles Alovisetti, Partner and Corporate Department Chair at Vicente Sederber...

The Power of Data for Your Business from 2022-11-24T11:01:15

Are you using data to make smarter decisions in your business? On today’s episode we talk about how you can start using data to build your business with profit in mind. 

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Short Term vs Long Term Play from 2022-11-17T10:00

On this episode, Simone shares some basic business principles and strategic planning you can apply to your business today.

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CFO Corner: How to set up your profit systems from 2022-08-18T09:00

In this mini episode, Simone shares some insights on the key things for your profit systems if you’re starting up, operating, and even how to prepare for exit.

Still unsure about your b...

Cannabis Marketing and International Cannabis with Lance Lambert from 2022-08-11T10:00

Get ready to be blown away in this jam packed episode with Lance Lambert, Marketing Expert, Cannabis Advocate, and the go to on the International Cannabis Scene.

Lance has spent years ...

The biggest Ponzi scheme in cannabis from 2022-08-04T09:00

Blockchain, 150 million USD lost, and the fraudsters still haven’t been caught.

In this episode, we interview Alejandro Gil and discuss one of the biggest frauds in Cannabis to date: J...

How to build a profitable seasonal business from 2022-07-28T10:00

Every business experiences an ebb and flow but seasonal businesses experience these all the more.

In this mini episode, Simone shares how you can understand your business better to keep...

How to build more revenue in your business from 2022-07-21T09:00

Revenue is one of the key metrics in any business.

In this mini episode, Simone talks about 3 different ways you can build more revenue in your business and increase your profitability....

Keep your head up and stay positive! from 2022-07-15T11:00

In this mini episode, Simone challenges you to think out of the box and work on abundance.

Ready to make more profit in your business with the right mindset and strategies? Join the Sta...

Are you pricing your products to profit? from 2022-07-14T11:00

In this mini episode, Simone talks about how you can quickly assess your profit to allow you to make smarter finance decisions in your business.

If you’re looking for best practices in ...

Is your cannabis business cyber safe? Interview with Cyber expert Corey White from 2022-07-07T11:00

Are you prepared for a cyber attack?

Did you know that 43% of cyber attacks are aimed at small businesses but only 14% are prepared to defend themselves?

In this episode, we i...

What cannabis can do for skincare from 2022-07-01T12:00

Eye cream cannabis? In this episode we unpack the benefits of what cannabis can do to your skin and building a cannabis skin care business in California with Bridget May and Kim Howard of Green ...

An update from Portugal from 2022-06-22T10:00

A quick update from Portugal and what's in store for Cannabis Business Minds. 

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Is Cannabis A Boy's Club? The Importance of Women in Cannabis from 2022-03-10T10:00

Did you know that at 8% cannabis actually has a higher rate of female CEOs than most other industries? In a 2019 study, nearly 37% of executive-level positions in the field were held by women, w...

Building a Brand in the Cannabis Market from 2022-03-08T10:00

Did you know that, on average, it takes 20 impressions for people to remember a brand?

In this episode, we talk to Liam McGreevy, a business executive with two decades of experience an...

The Power of Event Marketing for Your Cannabis Business from 2022-02-10T03:00

Did you know that it takes more than 20 touchpoints to engage with a prospective customer before they buy from you?

With so much noise in the digital space, the limits for cannabis busi...

The Essentials in Cannabis Compliance from an industry veteran from 2022-02-03T06:00

Did you know that the annual cost of compliance to operate a cannabis business is estimated to be $200,000? Unfortunately, many cannabis businesses spend thousands of dollars on SOP books that a...

What you need to know about Cannabis Banking from 2022-01-27T00:00

Did you know that It’s not illegal for financial institutions to engage with legally operating cannabis related businesses – even if the CRB is not in the same state. The SAFE Act is only codify...

Selling a Cannabis Ancillary Company with Debra Borchardt from 2022-01-10T09:00

Every cannabis entrepreneur has a different exit strategy, and Debra Borchardt is a story for anyone who is looking to make the exit in cannabis. Although Debra is still working in her business,...

Money Earned, Isn't Money for you from 2021-12-15T02:00

This is the last lesson of the year, and it's important to feel confident about the cash flow and money management in your business.

In this episode, I give you a quick lesson on ...

Ending the Year Right from 2021-12-04T13:00

This episode helps you evaluate your business and entrepreneurship and gives you actionable tips to make sure you're filling your entrepreneurial bucket with the right stuff and how to prep...

7 Tips to Reduce Spend from 2021-11-23T01:00

As a small business owner, your cash flow is the most important metric in your business.

Cash helps you make smart business decisions, pay yourself as an owner, save for taxes, and is the ...

Just because you have a cannabis license doesn't mean you're going to get funding from 2021-11-19T05:00

In this episode, I talk with cannabis attorney Toni Forge about the importance of having access to capital when you're in the licensing phase of your cannabis business. 

If you are...

Cannabis is Legal in your State.. Now What? from 2021-11-11T23:00

Hello Cannabis Business Mind!

If cannabis is legal in your state, you might be thinking about applying for a cannabis license and the steps it takes to go from an idea to open up a cann...

Season 5 Of Cannabis Business Minds is Back from 2021-10-29T01:00

Just as we are wrapping up 2021, it's time for another season of Cannabis Business Minds. 

This season we're focused on building more wealth into your life and will showcase s...

Fundraising for your cannabis business from 2021-02-23T04:00

Starting a business requires some form of a startup budget. Depending on what your business is your fundraising strategy will be different.  Preparing for fundraising requires effective planning...

New Year, New Goals. Let's talk about cannabis accounting from 2021-02-16T04:00

One of the most important things you can do as a business owner or entrepreneur working in the cannabis industry is getting a firm grasp on cannabis accounting. 

You don't need to ...

An update on CBM and 2021 Changes from 2021-02-11T04:00

Cannabis Business Minds! 

What a few months it has been! And some very positive news for the cannabis industry.

This is a quick note on where I've been and what to expect ...

3 Months to passing medical cannabis legalization in the UK. from 2020-11-24T04:00

A behind the scenes peek into the individuals who pushed medical cannabis legalization forward in less than one year.  

Entrepreneur Resilience and Progress on the Federal Level. from 2020-11-19T05:00

A great conversation with Kyndra Miller on her evolution as a cannabis attorney, the work that is happening on a federal level, and some brainstorming on what it can take to build federal cannab...

Interview with the Pioneer of CBD reform in France! from 2020-11-17T04:00

On this episode, we talk with a Sébastien Béguerie, cannabis entrepreneur, and advocate. In 2011 he founded his brand Alpha-cat in Europe, manufacturing and providing
cannabinoid test kit an...

From Retail Dispensary to MSO from 2020-10-23T09:00

On this episode we talk with David Alport of Bridge City Collective about what it takes to build a multi state cannabis operation and the path to fundraising. 

David started his cannabi...

The legalities of CBD in the US from our legal experts. from 2020-10-15T00:00

How knowledgable are you on your CBD laws and rules? Beyond "no health claims" are you aware of the legal areas that can impact your brand and your company? In this interview with talk...

CBD Wholesale pricing, the Washington Market, and Finance Tips from 2020-10-14T06:00

 We talk about the need to pivot in this constantly changing industry, Josh's finance insight during a pandemic, and why Washington might be the last place to invest in the cannabis industr...

A Deep Dive in the Michigan Market with the Regulators from 2020-10-01T15:00

Real talk with the Executive Director of the Michigan Cannabis program about the current market and regulation.  

Invite to Cannabis Business Week from 2020-07-16T09:15:40

We are one week away from dropping some serious knowledge that can impact your business and entrepreneurial journey in cannabis and hemp on Cannabis Business Mind...

Building a Whole Plant Based Nutrition Brand from 2020-07-10T03:00:59

We dive deep into how Mills McQueen built Mineral, a whole plant nutrition company, how to get started building your own brand and community, and why whole plant-based nutrition is the way to go...

Defining your Message and Leading through constant change from 2020-07-01T11:06:37

A great episode with industry veteran, entrepreneur, and game-changer Dr. Lakisha Jenkins. Dr. Lakisha Jenkins is paving the way for international cannabis reform and regulation and teaches us t...

Do you have an Equity Plan? from 2020-06-18T15:39:41

In this episode, we talk with Windy Borman, about her work as an award-winning documentarian and we uncover what she discovered in her film Women of Weed. We talk about some pretty deep subjects...

Customer Engagement from 2020-06-04T13:30:59

Your customer engagement and experience strategy is a strategy that allows you to stay competitive in today's market when new competitors and products are emerging daily. In this episode, w...

Cannabis Consumer Insights amid Uncertainty from MJ Freeway - Part 2 from 2020-06-04T13:24:53

Listen to Part 2 of the Consumer Trends Podcast!

Anti-racism, allyship, and #amplifymelanatedvoices resources from 2020-06-03T10:10:35

As cannabis business minds, it's our duty to stand up for social justice and equity. Here are some resources that I wanted to share with you this week.

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I am a Cannabis Professional - Challenge from 2020-06-01T10:55:44

Are you ready to take your leadership to the next level and find a little more purpose in your day to day?

Join me in a leadership challenge and a challenge of being a true cannabis profe...

What will cannabis look like when it's federally legal? from 2020-05-15T04:58:08

Get the insight from the first Marijuana / Hemp specialist in the world on what it takes to run a compliant cannabis business and how to build a consulting agency in cannabis.

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The importance of business development during COVID. from 2020-04-16T04:32:54

On this episode we talk about actionable steps you can take in your business while dealing with uncertainty with Jonathan Teeters, MBA and Head of Business Development at Azuca.  Listen