How to Use Chat GPT to Automate Routine HR Tasks and Revolutionize HR
Produced by: NCIA’s Human Resources Committee Contributing Authors: Nichole McIntyre, SPHR, SHRM-SCP Human Resources professionals frequently find themselves juggling several jobs in the fast-paced business world of today, from hiring and onboarding to employee engagement and compliance. The good news is that Chat GPT, a game-changing tool, may assist... Read more
Committee Blog: Embracing Pay Transparency and Equity in the Cannabis Industry
Published by NCIA’s Human Resource Committee (HRC) Authroed By: Melita Balestieri, SVP Marketing & Business Operations, Higher Growth Search In recent years, cannabis companies across the United States have been called upon to adopt greater pay transparency and pay equity practices. For businesses in this rapidly evolving industry, understanding... Read more
Cultivation Chronicles: The Cannabis Risk Management Series
Welcome to the first installment of the four-part Cannabis Risk Management blog series from Valerie Taylor with NCIA Blooming Member The Liberty Company Insurance Brokers, where they’ll journey through the vibrant landscape of the cannabis industry. As a seasoned insurance expert specializing in cannabis, their goal is to illuminate... Read more
Navigating the Confusing, Crowded World of Cannabis Payments
When you’re a cannabis retail operator looking for electronic cannabis payment solutions you’re faced with a baffling array of options and it’s hard to pick out the ones you can trust and the ones that you should avoid at all costs. Every potential vendor is going to tell you... Read more
How Compliant Tech Bolsters Cannabis License Application
Are you contemplating entering the burgeoning cannabis retail market? Whether you plan to open a dispensary in states that recently legalized recreational cannabis, like Maryland and New York, or any legacy states that are still awarding new licenses, the first and most crucial step towards success is ensuring that... Read more
Unveiling Cultivation Secrets for a Record-Breaking Cannabis Yield
If numbers could talk, they’d tell an incredible story of the rise of cannabis. Now crowned the sixth most valuable crop in the United States, its growth trajectory is nothing short of remarkable.  To paint a clearer picture, in fresh insights from the second annual harvest report by Leafly,... Read more
Ohio Becomes 24th State to Regulate Adult-Use!
On November 7, voters in the Ohio overwhelmingly approved Issue 2 which legalizes and regulates the sale and production of cannabis for adults over 21. The initiative, which goes into effect December 7, will legalize the possession of up to 2.5 ounces and the personal cultivation of up to... Read more
Member Blog: Where Is Delta-8 THC Legal and Where Is It Banned? CBD Oracle’s Map Has the Answers
Delta-8 THC is probably the most controversial cannabinoid on the planet right now. With the 2018 Farm Bill being widely considered to have removed the THC isomer from the federal list of controlled substances, hemp and CBD companies quickly found a use for their excess CBD isolate. But if... Read more
MEMBERSHIP HAS ITS BENEFITS
MEMBERSHIP HAS ITS BENEFITS | Community Join the Movement. Become a member of NCIA today. As the only trade association focused on representing independent cannabis businesses, joining the National Cannabis Industry Association ensures your business and the Main Street Cannabis industry have a seat at the table where the... Read more
Committee Blog: Leveraging Business AI Tools for Scaling Cannabis Companies – Strategies and Implementation
Produced by: NCIA’s Retail Committee The cannabis industry has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, as both regulatory landscapes and public perceptions shift. As the market expands, cannabis companies face increasing pressure to scale their operations while maintaining compliance and meeting customer demands. In this era of digital transformation, Business... Read more
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