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We are thrilled to announce Mia as our Employee of the Month! Mia's exceptional dedication, positive attitude, and unwavering commitment to excellence have truly set her apart. Her hard work has made a significant impact on our team and our customers. Congratulations, Mia, on this well-deserved recognition! Thank you for all that you do to make a difference every day. 🎉👏 Read more about Mia: How did you get started in the cannabis industry? I got started in the cannabis industry when I started working at new leaf What is your favorite part about working in a dispensary? My favorite part about working at a dispensary is the fact I learn something new everyday What is something you wish people knew about New Leaf? We have affordable prices & something for everyone What is something you wish people knew about cannabis//the cannabis industry? I wish people knew that there’s so many different reasons for cannabis usage , like pain relief , stress , anxiety ect What is your favorite product at NewLeaf right now? My favorite product at new leaf right now is Blueberry Bustdown Live sugar by The Heirloom collective What’s something you find yourself recommending a lot and why? I find myself recommending The Zonked Gummies more than anything because a lot of people have trouble sleeping and Zonked is perfect for that no matter how high or low of a tolerance you have. #EmployeeoftheMonth #FallRiver #EmployeeAppreciation #NewLeaf

Silly Nice: A Black & Veteran-Owned Cannabis Brand Making Waves in New York 🌿 Silly Nice, a Harlem-based cannabis brand, is proudly Black and Veteran-owned, and it's making a significant impact in New York’s booming cannabis industry. Founded in the vibrant heart of Harlem, Silly Nice was created by a passionate team of entrepreneurs with a clear mission. In an industry often lacking in representation, Silly Nice is breaking barriers by prioritizing inclusivity and excellence. Their commitment to quality is evident, as Frosted Hash Balls to the flavorful Diamond Powder consistently rank at the top of New York State's concentrates list. Each item is crafted and tested with care, ensuring potency, safety, and an elevated experience for both recreational and medicinal users alike. As this brand continues to grow, it's clear that Silly Nice is more than just a cannabis company—they're a community-driven movement. 21+.💪🌱 #CannabisIndustry #VeteranOwned #BlackOwned #Harlem #NewYork #CannabisCommunity #SillyNice #InclusiveBusiness #NYC #Cannabis

Hot Take: New York is the epicenter of Legal Cannabis. Don't believe me? Here's how I know. Most household cannabis brands were born out West. And while legal cannabis has proliferated across the country, for years, all of these brands had the same mantra: we want to focus on winning our state, no other state matters. Enter New York. One year into this nascent adult-use market, and all of those same West Coast cannabis brands are now establishing a beachhead on the East Coast. It makes sense - can you really consider yourself a brand if you aren't in New York? Brands like Jetty Extracts, Wana Brands, Wyld, Grön, Kiva Brands, Inc., Heavy Hitters, Old Pal and so many others have made their way east, bringing years of name recognition with them. While consumers here may not know these brands as well as they know Kleenex or Reese's, these cannabis brands have been around for years, which makes a difference. Will that OG cred be enough to win out against home-grown brands? It's going to be interesting to see who the winners are in this market, but rest assured that if you can make it here, you can make it anywhere. #newyork #eastcoast #nyscannabis #legalcannabis #adultuse #cannabismarket #hottake

🎉 This is my mom, Barb, buying MixMix for the first time. Let me tell you more about Barb. Barb has never smoked tobacco, let alone cannabis, doesn’t really like beer, and has a rare glass of wine. But, this isn’t Barb’s first trip to a dispensary. Her sore hands and difficulty sleeping motivated her to visit a dispensary (or a few) after Michigan adopted adult use in 2018. Barb hasn’t ventured out alone. My father, Jerry, has arthritis and has experimented with a variety of cannabis edibles and topicals in the last few years. They also share product reviews with friends who suffer from similar daily inconveniences. On one of their routine shopping trips, they were told their favorite products, namely Beboe pastilles and Petra mints by Kiva Brands, Inc., were out of stock. Instead, they were advised to buy a bag of RSO gummies as an alternative because they were “comparable.” 😱 I was shocked, but not surprised, to learn that they were referred something that was so wildly inappropriate for their needs. This experience was a turning point for me that spurred the creation of MixMix. MixMix isn’t meant for everyone, and that’s okay. MixMix makes the therapeutic benefits of cannabis available to people like Barb and Jerry, their friends, me, and all kinds of people with needs that a +20mg gummy isn’t right for. Barb isn’t on LinkedIn and won’t ever see this post, but I'd like to say thanks to my Mom for embracing the industry that I’ve chosen to “cast my lot with,” and for openly sharing your real-life experience with me so we can keep making MixMix the best that it can be. 💜 #motivation #family #imhighrightnow Cannabis Media Council Matt Sabo Katelin Randall

Join us in sending a huge congratulations to Ana, our Employee of the Month for August! 🎉 We are very lucky to have Ana on our team -- thanks for all you do! Learn more about Ana here: Title: Packaging • How did you get started in the cannabis industry? In hopes it would help my chronic pain. • What is your favorite part about working in a dispensary? The people feel like family. • What is something you wish people knew about NewLeaf? They have a little bit of everything you may need. • What is something you wish people knew about cannabis//the cannabis industry? It is not just to get you high. It helps balance you, mind and body. • What is your favorite product at NewLeaf right now? The Heirloom 1:1 drops • What’s something you find yourself recommending a lot? The pet drops. #Employeeofthemonth #congratulations #employeeappreciation #newleaf

 Cannabis Industry Visionary | Cultivating a Renaissance of Quality and Community My journey in the cannabis industry has been one of passion, innovation, and a deep commitment to quality and community. With over 15 years of experience, I've had the privilege of: Cultivating premium cannabis, from seed to harvest, with a focus on organic practices and genetic excellence. Building impactful brands that resonate with consumers and elevate the industry. Creating memorable events that foster community and celebrate cannabis culture. Driving sales and optimizing operations for dispensaries, helping them thrive in a competitive market. But my vision extends beyond these achievements. I believe in a future where: Craft cannabis is celebrated for its unique character and terpene profiles, much like fine wine or artisanal coffee. Consumers are empowered with knowledge and access to the highest quality strains. The community thrives through collaboration, education, and a shared passion for the plant. This is the cannabis renaissance I'm working towards. Let's connect and explore how we can collaborate to build this vision together. #cannabisrenaissance #craftcannabis #community #sustainability #innovation #cannabisindustry #cannabisbussiness

Missouri is enjoying its second year as an adult-use cannabis market and not only does that mean we’re seeing many more consumers coming out of the shadows to shop, but the products and brands available have never been more prevalent. One of the most important questions we ask with new brands is “How do you enter such a crowded market with a new brand or new product and show people how you’re different, better, etc?”  For newcomers, EmmaLeaf Cannabis Lab + Kitchen, that was an easy answer – focus on quality products, and tell the story of our team […] https://lnkd.in/gCn6fBGk

Dear Cannabis Industry: A Reflection on Our Roots and Our Future   In recent years, the cannabis industry has become a reflection of some of the ugliest parts of society. It’s become acceptable for people to bring vitriol, division, and a cutthroat mentality into an industry that was never meant to be about tearing each other down. Too many now focus on defeating others out of fear, greed, or a lack of respect.   We’ve lost sight of the true spirit of cannabis. Cannabis has always been about love, unity, and community—bonding over buds, coming together in peace. There’s a rich history rooted in this plant, in healing, connection, and harmony. Can you imagine if world leaders sat in a circle, shared a cypher, and passed a blunt? We wouldn’t be standing on the edge of global conflict. If they embraced collaboration over competition, we’d be far from the brink of war.   But today, it seems we’ve traded in those principles for an attitude of domination at all costs. Collaboration has taken a backseat, and in its place, we see division. This mentality is not only tearing at the fabric of our society but also creeping into our industry. The boardroom antics, the ugly politics—it’s ripping our country apart, and we can’t let it do the same to our industry.   From the five boroughs of New York City, through the expansive gorge of the Hudson River Valley, north through the Adirondacks, and west to the majestic Niagara Falls, we need to reconnect with the ethos of cannabis: the plant, not the power struggle. We must remember the roots—literally and figuratively—that built this movement on love and unity.   Let’s get back to what cannabis was always about—community, not competition. Let’s not let the politics and power games destroy our industry, because we are stronger together. #industrythoughts #reflections #dobetterbebetter #goodtrouble.  

I know a lot of people in the cannabis space are from agriculture and finance and don't know much about marketing and advertising, and I actually like that a lot of the time. But it has been difficult to explain to a lot of our clients what a co-op ad is. And that's too bad, because a co-op ad means free advertising for a lot of you. I usually explain it via the Tourneau ad you might see on the back of the New York Times. Rolex pays for that, not Tourneau. If canna companies had their act together, they'd be buying ads that point to your dispensaries. It's a simple concept and it works for everyone. This is how 99% of car ads work too. Lexus pays, not the dealership. As for those of you who have brands and products, this is a great way to get into new stores. "Hey, we are going to buy an ad with TJM that includes and points to your shop." It's a beautiful symbiotic relationship in which money goes to real media and not Meta and in which you reach actual potential customers instead of teenagers on Instagram in California. Example below of our new Highdration Kitchen ad with Ideal Craft Cannabis ICC ...

Miami Pinks Review I recently had the pleasure of trying out Miami Pinks Farm’s craft-grown cannabis, and I must say, I was thoroughly impressed. As a connoisseur of cannabis, I’m always on the lookout for top-notch products, and Miami Pinks Farm did not disappoint. Click below to read the full review https://lnkd.in/eCnbKSUN #miamipinksreview #review #miamipinks #miamipinksfarm