Unlocking Financial Potential: AI Tax Strategies for Cannabis Business Owners
The cannabis industry finds itself constantly grappling with challenges imposed by federal regulations and government scrutiny. Despite these obstacles, there are numerous strategies available to businesses within this sector that can mitigate fixed costs, save money, and preserve valuable staff positions. In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, the integration of... Read more
Member Blog: Breaking Ground – Maryland’s Leading Role in Cannabis Testing Standards
With the advantage of watching several other states blaze the regulated and tested trail before it, the state of Maryland’s cannabis testing program is one of the more robust and modern of the current industry. After long delays, the state’s medical program – which included a testing program – finally... Read more
Navigating Missouri’s Stringent Cannabis Testing Requirements: A Deep Dive
By Harrison Bard, Co-Founder and CEO, Custom Cones USA When it comes to cannabis testing requirements, Missouri absolutely lives up to its nickname as the Show Me State, requiring its licensed cannabis businesses to run a wide series of tests to prove the cannabis they are sending to store shelves... Read more
Webinar Release: Positioning for Prosperity – Insurance Essentials for Social Equity Awardees
In our ongoing commitment to providing timely and essential education to the cannabis industry, the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) recently hosted a thought-provoking webinar titled “Positioning for Prosperity: Insurance Essentials for Social Equity Awardees.” In collaboration with NCIA’s Risk Management & Insurance Committee (RMIC), this webinar delved into... Read more
Member Blog: The Entrepreneurial Operating System – Industry Agnostic
The EOS model was developed by Gino Wickman, an entrepreneur and author, based on his experiences working with small to medium-sized businesses. The system was introduced in the book “Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business”, written by Gino Wickman and published in 2007. Today, EOS is utilized by... Read more
Member Blog: What I Learned from Serving as an NCIA Committee Officer
The National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) is a business-member organization of professionals from every sector of the legal cannabis industry, from seed to sale. I finished my tenure as Chair of the NCIA Education Committee (EC) in December 2023. I joined the EC in October of 2019 as a... Read more
California Cannabis Regulations: From Policy to Practice | Policy Matters | 02.08.24
Illuminating California’s Cannabis Regulations: Insights from Industry Leaders Welcome to the fourth edition of our esteemed Policy Matters series, where we embark on a journey through the intricate landscape of California cannabis regulations. This series, made possible by the collaborative efforts of the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) and... Read more
Member Blog: The Importance of Supporting Black-Owned Companies, Small Business and Social Equity Participants
The cannabis industry has been rapidly growing in recent years, with many new businesses and startups entering the market. However, it is important to note that not all cannabis companies are created equal, as there is a significant lack of diversity in the cannabis industry. Studies have shown that... Read more
Navigating the Cannabis Landscape: Federal Cannabis Reform Outlook for 2024
A month into 2024, Congress is (still) grappling with a number of urgent, must-pass bills related to issues like border security, aid for Ukraine and Israel, and the federal budget. At a time when the government seems more dysfunctional than ever, it’s important to remember that this chaos results... Read more
Member Blog: Personal Touches for Successful Cannabis Dispensaries
Everyone in the retail dispensary industry is trying to create unique and memorable ways to bring in more customers and up the per ticket sales. The trend of the past few years has been to try to appeal to as many people as possible, and take on almost a... Read more
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