Cannabis Advocate Podcast Pat Helmers

Hemp Beverage Alliance with Chris Lackner #146
Have you ever tried a hemp drink? It's a unique alternative to pop and alcohol and I believe, it's the next big thing. Our guest today is Chris Lackner, president and CEO of the Hemp Beverage Alliance,  whose goal is to make the industry safe and successful. In today's episode, we learn how the alliance educates people, advocates for good practices, and forms hemp drink partnerships by giving consumers, retailers, and distributors helpful information about the industry. Chris and I babble a bit about labeling, legislation, and the parallels with the craft brewing industry, there are many and it serves as a guide. Lastly, Chris provides details on the upcoming drinks festival to be held next month in Minneapolis, that way you can check it out. Hemp drinks are going to be huge, and so with no further adieu, let's babble.
Cannabis Advocate Podcast


The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success.
This is a production of Habanero Media.  https://habaneromedia.net
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Emerging Market of Hempcrete with Cody Ley #145
Our guest today is Cody Ley, a farmer from Michigan and the founder of Hemp 4 Humanity. With a background in Chemistry and experience in the cannabis/hemp industry, Cody started H4H with the goal of creating eco-friendly housing solutions that work with nature. Today, we'll discuss industrial hemp, hempcrete, products made from hemp, the challenges of finding markets and suppliers for raw hemp, and the opportunities for this sustainable product.
Cannabis Advocate Podcast


The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success.
This is a production of Habanero Media.  https://habaneromedia.net
To subscribe to the podcast go to  https://cannabisadvocatepodcast.com/listen/ If you have a question or comment, https://cannabisadvocatepodcast.com/contact


 

Cannabis Marketing Challenges with Sam Fisher #144
So, today we're diving into the nitty-gritty of cannabis marketing. The industry's got its challenges. It's like walking through a maze while juggling. It's still federally illegal, and guess what? Tech giants like Instagram, Facebook, and Google are playing hard to get. It's like they're the cool kids at the party, and we're all just trying to get an invite. Our guest, Sam Fisher,  is the co-founder of Green Dispensary Marketing, a marketing agency that's all about cannabis dispensaries. Sam's on a mission to help cannabis dispensaries conquer the digital marketing world with strategies that actually work. No smoke and mirrors here, just good old-fashioned results. Sam's got some advice for all you listeners out there trying to build your brand. 
Cannabis Advocate Podcast


The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success.
This is a production of Habanero Media.  https://habaneromedia.net
To subscribe to the podcast go to  https://cannabisadvocatepodcast.com/listen/ If you have a question or comment, https://cannabisadvocatepodcast.com/contact


 

Grand Opening of Your Budz CBD Bakery with Nathanial Stende
Do you ever thought about starting a CBD bakery? Nathanial Bender did! He's the mastermind behind Your Budz, the new CBD bakery sensation in Chicago. This guy's juggling raising capital and battling with city licenses, all while whipping up CBD-infused goodies. And get this, during our chat, a couple of customers just stroll right in! The place is like a canvas with a Colombian mural, adding a splash of culture to your cookie run. Oh, and mark your calendars, they're gearing up for 420 Day. So, if you're in Chicago and craving something different, swing by Your Budz. It's like a bakery, but with a chill vibe!
Cannabis Advocate Podcast


The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success.
This is a production of Habanero Media.  https://habaneromedia.net
To subscribe to the podcast go to  https://cannabisadvocatepodcast.com/listen/ If you have a question or comment, https://cannabisadvocatepodcast.com/contact


 

Botanical and Hemp rolling papers with Alex Boone #142
Our guest today is Alex Boone. Alex is the Managing Director of Botani. With more than 20 years of experience within SWM, Alex has led sales, marketing, and product development teams for North American and international markets. In 2018, Alex was instrumental in helping SWM International, a leading global performance materials company, break into the cannabis space by launching the Botani brand. Since that time, Alex has overseen new product launches including Botani's ground-breaking smooth blunt wraps and gummed hemp wrappers. He has extensive international business expertise as well as insights into how rolling paper brands can develop new product lines and compete in a hyper-competitive market. Alex received his Bachelor of Arts in Management from Gettysburg College.
Cannabis Advocate Podcast


The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success.
This is a production of Habanero Media.  https://habaneromedia.net
To subscribe to the podcast go to  https://cannabisadvocatepodcast.com/listen/ If you have a question or comment, https://cannabisadvocatepodcast.com/contact


 

Cannabis Baking Startup with Ebony Jones #141
Ever felt the urge to experiment with cannabis-infused baking? Today, we’re joined by Ebony Jones, a passionate advocate for cannabis education, a skilled chef, and an ordained minister. Ebony proudly owns 8twenty8.llc in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where she specializes in crafting from scratch desserts, hosting educational workshops on infused cooking, and organizing cannabis-friendly gatherings. With a background that includes training at Le Cordon Bleu and leadership roles at Sublime Brands’ Infused Candies and Chocolates, Ebony’s journey is centered around promoting mental health awareness and challenging the stigma surrounding cannabis. As a pioneering black chef and minister in this field, we delve into her remarkable and distinctive path to baking with cannabis.
Cannabis Advocate Podcast


The Cannabis Advocate podcast advocates for businesses in the cannabis industry and explores the unique challenges they face. Despite hurdles in legislation, regulation, and culture, there are tremendous opportunities for growers, manufacturers, and retail sellers of cannabis products. Many of these issues are unique to the cannabis industry. This podcast speaks to these common concerns and shares stories of success.
This is a production of Habanero Media.  https://habaneromedia.net
To subscribe to the podcast go to  https://cannabisadvocatepodcast.com/listen/ If you have a question or comment, https://cannabisadvocatepodcast.com/contact