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Navigating the Missouri Cannabis Market with John Pennington

After a brief hiatus, Karson Humiston returns with an engaging conversation with John Pennington, the co-founder and CEO of Proper Cannabis in Missouri. John shared his early entrepreneurial spirit, from shoveling driveways as a kid to running a business in high school and college. His transition into the cannabis industry was influenced by his work in real estate and his involvement in building Missouri's largest non-profit methadone treatment center. This experience opened his eyes to the potential of cannabis as a regulated industry.

"From Setbacks to Comebacks: The Cannabis Industry's Employment Landscape"

Karson Humiston discusses the annual jobs report for 2024, revealing a significant rebound in the cannabis industry with the addition of almost 23,000 new jobs. She, Bruce Barcott and Beau Whitney explore state-specific trends, the resilience of the market despite economic challenges, and make predictions for future job growth, particularly in states like Ohio, New York, New Jersey, and Maryland.

Crafting the Perfect Smoke: Inside the World of Cannabis Accessories with Brian Gerber

Karson Humiston welcomes Bryan Gerber, co-founder and CEO, of Hemper and Hara Supply, also known as the "King of Cones." The nickname stems from a Forbes article that highlighted Bryan's success in building a $75 million pre-roll empire.

Behind the Scenes of Cann Beverage: From Startup Struggles to Market Dominance

Luke Anderson, co-founder of Cann, discusses the company's journey from inception to success in the cannabis industry. Luke reflects on the challenges of raising capital, launching their microdose THC beverage, and navigating strategic pivots towards profitability, including the acquisition of Cann Media. Despite setbacks, Luke highlights the team's resilience and strategic decisions that have contributed to Cann's success and resilience in the market.

"Navigating the Wild West of California Cannabis: A Founder's Journey"

Live from MJBizCon 2023 in Las Vegas, Karson Humiston is joined by Dave Holmes, founder and CEO of Clade9. The conversation kicks off with a candid discussion about Dave's early exposure to cannabis, starting from a young age due to his older brother's involvement in selling weed. Dave shares how his upbringing around drugs shaped his perspective on the industry.